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August 6, 2026

What the Compass 'Zillow Tax' Study Means for Brokers Who Care About Seller Outcomes

Compass released internal research claiming that listings appearing on Zillow sold for 1.3% less than comparable listings that did not. Here is what independent brokers need to understand about the study, the legal backdrop, and how your firm's tools shape seller results.

July 21, 2026

Brokerage Transaction Compliance and the Independent Brokerage: What You Need To Know

Transaction compliance is one of the biggest operational risks for independent brokerages - here is how to protect your firm, your agents, and your license without adding overhead.

July 18, 2026

What the First American DataTree Class Action Tells Brokerages About Data Privacy in Real Estate

A pending class action against First American Title over its DataTree product is a wake-up call for brokerages: the tools you put in your agents' hands carry real data-privacy risk you cannot afford to ignore.

July 16, 2026

A New Housing Bill Just Passed: What Independent Brokerages Need to Know Right Now

A new federal housing bill has passed, and while the details are still emerging, independent brokerages have a real opportunity to guide clients through the uncertainty and come out ahead.