Zillow faces legal challenges from Compass regarding listing restrictions and CoStar over copyright infringement. Disputes involve Anywhere acquisition, Reffkin deposition, and photo usage. Copyright claims also by CoStar.
Compass is set to acquire Anywhere in an all-stock deal, potentially reshaping the real estate landscape with combined reach and private listing strategies. Total worth around $10 billion.
Real estate firms like Compass, eXp Realty, Brown Harris Stevens, and Corcoran expand with new teams and offices. Tika Group joins Compass; Impact Team moves to eXp. Corcoran expands to Germany.
Compass's push for exclusive listings sparks debate. Agents raise concerns about trust, transparency, and consumer best interests vs market share. Impact on agents, buyers, and real estate is discussed.
Compass hires top economist to enhance housing market analytics for agents and clients. Focus on real-time data, market reports, and empowering agents with first-rate market intelligence.
Compass introduces a new disclosure for its 3-phased marketing strategy, aiming for transparency and fair housing while facing debate over private listings' impact on competition and potential discrimination.
Compass launches 'Private Exclusives Book' for off-MLS listings, sparking debate. Is it innovative or a move against MLS? Concerns raised about fair housing and access.
