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Agents have long been told they cannot call FSBOs whose numbers appear on the National Do-Not-Call Registry (DNC). The assumption is that any call is a violation, which is misleading. After reviewing FTC and FCC clarifications, here’s the truth: calling FSBOs on the DNC list is permissible—when done correctly.   The DNC rules, under the Telemarketing…

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First impressions make all the difference when it's time to attract buyers. Darryl Davis shares strategies to make your listing pop this autumn.

Editor’s note: The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. Zillow calls out CoStar media, litigation strategies in lawsuit response In its first substantive arguments in a high-profile lawsuit with CoStar, Zillow again accused its rival of essentially using legal action to advance…

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The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced that it is suspending the implementation of new energy code compliance for multifamily developers by six months. The compliance will now go into effect on Thursday, May 28, 2026.  This new code will set the minimum energy standards for new construction as those defined by…

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The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced that it is suspending the implementation of new energy code compliance for multifamily developers by six months. The compliance will now go into effect on Thursday, May 28, 2026.  This new code will set the minimum energy standards for new construction as those defined by…

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According to Coldwell Banker’s 2025 American Dream Report, 71% of aspiring homeowners are delaying at least one major life decision—getting married, having children and career changes—until they can afford to buy a home of their own. The numbers reveal that 18% are delaying marriage, 18% having children and 17% changing jobs or careers. More than…

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Europe Real Estate Debt Market Update  DWS Asset Management

Zillow is facing a second proposed class-action lawsuit in as many months, as lawyers seeking to represent Zillow mortgage customers allege that referrals to Zillow Home Loans are a “coercive scheme,” violating RESPA and other state and federal laws. Filed late last week in federal district court in Washington, the lawsuit adds another angle to…

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Real estate leaders can either keep fighting for control or start working to lift each other, and the industry, higher, Josh Ries writes.

Real estate mogul and media powerhouse: US becoming a nation of renters  The Hill

Independent work plays a significant role in the global economy, especially in the real estate industry in the United States. Protecting the ability of real estate professionals to be classified as independent contractors remains a priority for the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), given that 89% of real estate agents are currently classified as independent…

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The lawsuit alleges that Zillow policies requiring Premier Agents to meet pre-approval quotas related to Zillow Home Loans "as a condition for maintaining access to these high-value leads" led to steering of consumers.

News | Newmark appoints UK and Europe debt and structured finance senior duo  CoStar

The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance has announced the installation of Tommie Wehrle—a Learning Consultant for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate—as the 2026 president. In addition, Richard Woods will serve in 2026 as first vice president and will be the 2027 president. Austin Rowe was elected as the 2026 second vice president (president in 2028)…

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Why grid-interactive buildings will define the future of real estate  London Business News

The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) announced the appointment of David Conroy as its first-ever chief data officer and senior vice president of Strategy and Innovation in its ongoing digital transformation, reinforcing its commitment to leveraging technology to enhance member value, according to a release. In this role, Conroy will guide enterprise-wide data strategy, unify…

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Putin ally who declared poverty had £217m of property, UK judge finds | London  The Guardian

Is it a good time to buy a house?  Yahoo Finance

Lori Muller provides 10 steps you can take right now to close out Q4 with momentum and enter 2026 prepared, positioned and powerful.

Prime Dublin office sells for less than half 2018 price  The Irish Independent