Claims that NAR influenced how Zillow displayed listings in its website redesign were dismissed in federal court Wednesday.

Everyday slights and insults that communicate negative messages to marginalized individuals—often unknowingly perpetuated by well-intentioned people—could undermine the real estate industry's efforts toward fair housing and DEI.

Still don't understand Risk Rating 2.0, the National Flood Insurance Program's new pricing methodology? Get an update from NAR's Insurance Committee chair.

Our world is no longer designed for an "eat or be eaten" approach, but our brains haven't caught up to the idea of fearless versus fear(less), writes Rebecca Heiss, a stress physiologist, author of "Instinct" and founder of the Icueity app. "Fearing less means using our brains, not just bravado, in the face of fear" to analyze the risks and costs of doing something versus doing nothing, Heiss explains, likening it to an adventure.

At least 98% of U.S. creators use Instagram posts, Stories and Reels for sponsored content, with TikTok (89.6%), Instagram Live (69.1%) and Facebook (68.9%) next among top post types, Mavrck reports. While Instagram still is preferred for influencer marketing, TikTok's algorithm is attracting emerging and video-first creators because it "allows them to build audiences more easily than on other channels," writes Alexandra Samet.

The potential for further increases is on the horizon as homebuyer demand remains resilient. Read more from NAR's latest report.

Jason Christie, a real estate broker with more than 15 years of experience, shares insights on mastering high-stakes real estate negotiations, particularly in a competitive market. Christie emphasizes the importance of managing egos, aligning personal values with client goals and being attuned to vocal cues and body language.

Google is planning to offer access to application programming interfaces that include solar and energy information in a step that could help companies focused on renewables. One of the offerings will be a Solar API, which could aid solar design companies and installers as well as real estate businesses.

New York's struggle to house tens of thousands of migrants have drawn the attention of the Biden administration, with recommendations issued to the city by a Department of Homeland Security team.

Reinsurers' underwriting remains disciplined amid elevated interest rates and heightened risk for primary insurers, Fitch Ratings says. The property reinsurance market is likely to continue its hardening trend past January 2024 renewals, when the addition of any significant new capacity will be unlikely, Fitch says.