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Real Estate News

“Mr. Wonderful” Is All In on This Overlooked Real Estate Asset

In a viral Instagram Reel, Kevin O’Leary called data centers the most overlooked real estate in the world, citing massive AI-driven demand and limited supply. This blog unpacks what makes these concrete boxes so valuable and what agents need to know.

August 4, 2025

Real Estate News

Last Chance for Early Bird Tickets to BAM Camp 2025 (Before Prices Go Up)

BAM Camp 2025 kicks off in Scottsdale on September 24 with tactical presentations, a powerhouse speaker lineup, and real estate strategies that actually work. Early bird tickets start at $99, with a $400 upgrade for exclusive mastermind access.

July 30, 2025

Real Estate News

CoStar Sues Zillow for Copyright Infringement Over 46,000 Real Estate Photos

CoStar sues Zillow, alleging unauthorized use of nearly 47,000 copyrighted real estate photos across multiple platforms. The suit claims the infringement supported Zillow’s rental growth and could lead to over $1 billion in damages.

July 30, 2025

Real Estate News

The Bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act Is Officially On Its Way to the Senate

At Tuesday’s markup meeting, the Senate Banking Committee advanced the bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act of 2025, the first housing package in over a decade to earn support from both parties.

July 30, 2025

Real Estate News

Sharran Srivatsaa Joins BAM Board

Sharran Srivatsaa is officially joining the BAM board. Here’s what this strategic move means for real estate agents, BAMx members, and the future of real estate media.

July 29, 2025

Real Estate News

Will Trump’s Fed Visit Speed Up Fed Rate Cuts in 2025?

President Trump’s rare visit to the Federal Reserve featured sharp criticism of a $3.1 billion renovation project and renewed pressure on Chair Jerome Powell to cut interest rates. Meanwhile, Calculated Risk Blog’s FOMC Preview signals no policy change this week.

July 28, 2025

Real Estate News

Is Compass Pushing Agents to Use Its 3-Phase Plan? President of Growth Responds

In a BAM interview with Byron Lazine, Rory Golod addresses claims that Compass pressures agents to use its 3-phase strategy, responding to a leaked email and clarifying the company’s stance on agent autonomy.

July 24, 2025

Real Estate News

Is the Capital Gains Tax on the Chopping Block? The New Bill Trump is “Thinking About”

President Trump voiced support for eliminating the capital gains tax on home sales, calling it a potential “great incentive” for homeowners. The proposal, introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, aims to unlock inventory and remove what she calls an outdated tax burden.

July 23, 2025

Lifestyle

From TV To Real Estate: Tyler Cameron Joins SERHANT + More Stars Who’ve Made the Switch

Former Bachelorette star Tyler Cameron has joined Ryan Serhant’s brokerage, SERHANT., as a licensed real estate agent in Jupiter, Florida. He joins a growing list of reality TV stars—including JoJo Fletcher, Arie Luyendyk Jr., and Jason Mesnick—who’ve turned their media platforms into real estate careers.

July 22, 2025

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Real Estate News

Opendoor Is Back in the Spotlight, But Not for Selling Homes

Opendoor’s stock surged 429% in one week, fueled by Reddit hype and bullish tweets from hedge fund manager Eric Jackson. While the company recently launched a new agent app, analysts warn the spike is more about retail momentum than real estate.

July 21, 2025

Real Estate News

This Chicago Property Was Listed for $200K. The Owner Says He Never Signed Off

A Chicago property owner says his fixer-upper was listed on the MLS without his consent, prompting an ethics complaint and CBS New coverage, plus a full review on The Real Word. Byron even called “The Ace Broker” to get his side of the story.

July 20, 2025

Real Estate News

Zillow Responds, Calling Compass’s 3-Phased Strategy a “Hidden Listing Scheme”

In a new court filing, Zillow accuses Compass of running a “Hidden Listing Scheme” that limits transparency and misleads buyers through its three-phase marketing strategy. The filing urges the court to deny Compass’ request for an injunction and defends Zillow’s 24-hour listing policy as pro-consumer and pro-competition.

July 17, 2025