National News

MLS subscriber-Realtor gap hits record level 

T3 Sixty said the difference between real estate agents who subscribe to MLSs but are not Realtors and Realtor-subscribers hit 25%, the highest on record. 

NAR repeals ‘no-commingling’ rule from MLS Policy Handbook

The National Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors repealed the non-commingling rule, often referred to as “no commingling,” which allowed MLSs to require non-MLS listings to be displayed separately from their own, during last week’s legislative meetings in Washington, D.C. 

NAR updates hate speech, harassment portions of Code of Ethics

The National Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors has approved changes to the portions of its Code of Ethics that deal with hate speech and harassment during this week’s legislative meetings in Washington, D.C. 

Cotality: Home-price gains slow to 13-year low  

The Northeast and Midwest remained strong, while Florida, which saw a major runup in prices in recent years, continued to cool. 

Rate named Fortune’s ‘Best Mortgage Lender’ of June 2025

Rate has been named the “Best Mortgage Lender” of June 2025 by Fortune for its “smooth online mortgage experience,” including its innovative digital tools and array of loan options. 

Douglas Elliman launches Elliman International to expand company’s global reach

Douglas Elliman has launched Elliman International in a move to expand its services to key global markets and serve its agents, clients and developers’ growing international real estate needs. 

Keller Williams and Canva partner to boost agents’ marketing tools

Keller Williams has partnered with Canva, a design platform used to create graphics for social media, presentations and more, to provide KW-affiliated agents with enhanced access to marketing tools to grow their business.

The Impact of REACH and Second Century Ventures on Real Estate Technology

In the dynamic landscape of real estate, the integration of technology has become a pivotal force reshaping how professionals operate and engage with clients.

Tech that works for agents: 4 REACH startups changing the game

From smarter offers to AI-powered tools and financial freedom — meet the REACH startups reshaping real estate.

Will AI make real estate fairer or more biased?

2025 Illinois REALTORS® President Tommy Choi asks if AI is helping us eliminate bias in real estate or reinforcing it in ways we don’t even realize.

Beyond the software: What agents can do to help prevent fraud at closing

Fraud appears in many different forms across various industries, and unfortunately, real estate is no exception.

NAR strengthens communications department with two major hires  

The new executives have marketing and communications experience in Washington, D.C. 

Pending home sales plunge in April on high mortgage rates 

The 6.3% month-over-month decline was the steepest the U.S. market has seen since September 2022. 

Case-Shiller: National home-price growth continues in March but at a slower pace

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index rose 3.4% in March, a slight decrease from the 4% annual gain measured in February.

Report: Douglas Elliman gets takeover offer from Anywhere Real Estate 

The initial bid is unlikely to be accepted, an insider told Bloomberg.

Guaranteed Rate Affinity appoints Guadagnino and Dilday to leadership roles

Guaranteed Rate Affinity has appointed Dino Guadagnino as regional vice president of reverse mortgages and Kevin Dilday as area sales manager for the Mid-Atlantic region. 

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