Episode 40: NAR MLS Rule Changes, Zillow Lawsuits, Referral Fee Drama, and AI Fair Use in Real Estate
Update: 2025-11-21
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Episode 40 of The Update digs into the biggest real estate news hitting every headline right now. Tristan Ahumada, Saul Klein, and John Reilly break down the NAR MLS rule changes, the fallout from years of antitrust pressure, and why this shift matters for agents across the US.
We cover the states already living under open MLS rules, how the Paulson and Thompson decisions shaped the landscape, and what it means for MLS access going forward. The crew also talks through the referral fee vote that split the NAR board and its delegate body.
Next, we go deep on the class action lawsuit hitting Zillow. We talk about the 40 percent referral fee, platform fees, the Preferred program, claims from agents, possible RESPA issues, and how this case might change referral programs across the industry.
We close with a clear look at AI, fair use, search changes, and why this matters for real estate pros who publish online.
This episode gives you straight talk on policy, lawsuits, and tech shifts shaping the real estate business right now.
If you want more episodes that keep you updated on industry changes, subscribe and turn on alerts.
We cover the states already living under open MLS rules, how the Paulson and Thompson decisions shaped the landscape, and what it means for MLS access going forward. The crew also talks through the referral fee vote that split the NAR board and its delegate body.
Next, we go deep on the class action lawsuit hitting Zillow. We talk about the 40 percent referral fee, platform fees, the Preferred program, claims from agents, possible RESPA issues, and how this case might change referral programs across the industry.
We close with a clear look at AI, fair use, search changes, and why this matters for real estate pros who publish online.
This episode gives you straight talk on policy, lawsuits, and tech shifts shaping the real estate business right now.
If you want more episodes that keep you updated on industry changes, subscribe and turn on alerts.
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