If Not Zillow, Then Who? Agents Spar Over Preferred Portal-War Victors

If Not Zillow, Then Who? Agents Spar Over Preferred Portal-War Victors

Last week, Intel laid out the state of play in the real estate portal wars as seen through the eyes of the brokerage world. Broad dissatisfaction with Zillow ruled the day. But... Read more »
Why most buyers hire the first agent they talk to

Why most buyers hire the first agent they talk to

Zillow found that 55% of buyers have previously bought a home — a shift that is changing expectations around how agents demonstrate value. After waiting out several years of elevated mortgage rates,... Read more »
30-Year Mortgage Rate Predictions 2026 by Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com

30-Year Mortgage Rate Predictions 2026 by Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com

If so, you’re probably wondering what’s going to happen with mortgage rates. It’s the million-dollar question, right? Well, I’ve been looking closely at the latest forecasts, especially the 30‑year mortgage rate predictions... Read more »

NAR’s delayed listing rule sparks industry debate

From lawsuits to mergers and acquisitions at a scale never seen before in real estate and everything in between, 2025 was full of twists, turns and surprises for the housing industry. HousingWire... Read more »
Zillow adds climate risk data to home listings

Zillow adds climate risk data to home listings

Insured losses for Hurricane Helene are now estimated at over $6 billion, but the uninsured losses are far higher. That’s because the vast majority of homes impacted by the storm, especially in... Read more »
Zillow teams with First Street to provide homebuyers with climate risk data

Zillow teams with First Street to provide homebuyers with climate risk data

Homebuyers will soon have access to climate risk data on Zillow, according to an announcement on Thursday. Zillow is partnering with First Street to provide users with data on a property’s risk... Read more »
HUD Partners With Zillow To Close Racial Homeownership Gap

HUD Partners With Zillow To Close Racial Homeownership Gap

The Department of Housing and Urban Development has partnered with Zillow for “Let’s Make Home the Goal,” a campaign aimed at connecting minority communities with HUD pre-housing counseling services. Whether it’s refining... Read more »
Zillow teams with First Street to provide homebuyers with climate risk data

To expand housing counseling services, HUD taps Zillow

The federal government is launching a campaign on Zillow to help provide housing counseling services to more Americans. The Department of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Tuesday also... Read more »
Former Zillow Chief Talks Pacaso At TRD Forum

Former Zillow Chief Talks Pacaso At TRD Forum

Spencer Rascoff turned Zillow into a powerhouse for residential real estate.  Zillow’s sites and apps, used by some looking to buy a new home and by most as a way to see... Read more »
Annual growth of US luxury home values surpassing pre-pandemic rates: Zillow

Annual growth of US luxury home values surpassing pre-pandemic rates: Zillow

Real estate August 2, 2024 The luxury housing market is surging once more. Image credit: Zillow   By Zach James for Luxury Daily News Service According to analysis from real estate marketplace... Read more »