CoStar says Zillow copyright infringement now tops 53,000 photos

CoStar says Zillow copyright infringement now tops 53,000 photos

Originally filed in late July,  CoStar’s lawsuit accuses Zillow of “rampant” copyright infringement of listing photos. The complaint claims that Zillow’s unauthorized use of CoStar images amounts to one of the largest... Read more »
Real Estate Missing in First Measure ULA Committee Meeting

Real Estate Missing in First Measure ULA Committee Meeting

Buckle up as the fight over Los Angeles’ so-called mansion tax gets rowdy. With Friday’s initial meeting of the city’s Ad Hoc Committee on Measure United to House Los Angeles, the three-person... Read more »

How To Deep-Clean Wood Floors After Winter, According to Cleaning Experts

Gleaming wood floors can be a game changer for any room in your home. However, you have to work for them, especially after the winter season as it often leaves behind scratches,... Read more »
Private listings vs MLS exposure, a Compass response to Keller

Private listings vs MLS exposure, a Compass response to Keller

Gary Keller is one of the most consequential figures in the history of residential real estate. In nearly five decades, few people have done more to educate, elevate and safeguard the well-being... Read more »
‘I Buy and Upgrade Hamptons Homes for a Living’—How a Former Ad Exec Now Makes Millions Renovating Properties Full Time

‘I Buy and Upgrade Hamptons Homes for a Living’—How a Former Ad Exec Now Makes Millions Renovating Properties Full Time

Flip, makeover, or keep? That’s a question Blythe Graham-Jones now asks herself when looking at a potential property to purchase in the Hamptons, and the answer will probably make her millions. A... Read more »
Mortgage rates rise despite 0B GSE MBS expansion signal

Mortgage rates rise despite $200B GSE MBS expansion signal

The market initially reacted strongly after President Donald Trump signaled support for increased activity, directing the GSEs toward a $200 billion expansion of their MBS portfolios. Bloomberg reported on March 22 that the... Read more »
Home Gym vs. Gym Membership: Which Is the Better Investment for Your Lifestyle?

Home Gym vs. Gym Membership: Which Is the Better Investment for Your Lifestyle?

These days, leading a healthy lifestyle through regular exercise is a priority for many homeowners. However, in the current economy, staying active can be a challenge—especially if you have mortgage payments, debts,... Read more »
FinCEN’s anti-money laundering rule struck down — now what?

FinCEN’s anti-money laundering rule struck down — now what?

“FinCEN clearly has the authority to regulate persons involved in real estate transactions,” James Vivenzio, a partner at Seattle-based law firm Perkins Coie and former director for the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)... Read more »
New Home Sales in Orange County Fall Nearly 20 Percent

New Home Sales in Orange County Fall Nearly 20 Percent

Home builders in Orange County saw a nearly one-fifth reduction in new home sales last year compared to 2024.  The county’s 14 largest builders sold 1,785 new homes in 2025, representing a... Read more »
Beautifully Renovated 1895 Charleston Home With Color-Drenched Rooms and Multiple Porches Lists for .2 Million

Beautifully Renovated 1895 Charleston Home With Color-Drenched Rooms and Multiple Porches Lists for $2.2 Million

A beautifully renovated late-19th-century Charleston, SC, residence known as the Sophia Wilson House has come to market for $2.2 million, offering the chance to own a piece of the city’s architectural heritage—complete... Read more »