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Zillow removes Matterport tours, cites CoStar as cause
Portal claims CoStar, which bought the 3D tech in April, didn't renew Zillow’s Matterport deal—CoStar disputes this.
Zillow removes Matterport tours, blames CoStar for removal from real estate listings
NAR Wins: SCOTUS Rejects Hearing on Repealed No‑Commingling Rule
Supreme Court declines appeal to overturn ruling favoring NAR; NAR won antitrust case twice in lower courts.
Supreme Court rejects hearing on repealed no‑commingling rule, Washington DC.
Three Weeks into the Shutdown: Current Status Update
In its third week the shutdown may affect hundreds of buyers, sellers, renters facing woes as Congress deadlocked on funding.
Washington D.C. officials discuss shutdown status after three weeks.
Supreme Court Rejects REX‑Zillow Case, Ending Long Dispute
Lower courts ruled Zillow and NAR didn’t conspire to hide non‑MLS listings; those rulings now stand.
Supreme Court dismisses REX‑Zillow lawsuit, ending prolonged legal battle.
Wilder Idaho News: Rapid Real Estate Boom Attracts Investors
Wilder, Idaho real estate boom: rising land values, rural market growth, investment opportunities, legal insights
Wilder Idaho real estate boom attracts investors.
Marquis Who's Who Honors Dominic Scoccola for Real Estate & Title
Oct 20, 2025 – Dominic L. Scoccola, renowned for research and database expertise in commercial properties.
Dominic Scoccola receives Marquis Who's Who real estate title honor.
Texas Real Estate Commissions: Avg 5.85%
In Texas, rising home values are matched by increasing real‑estate agent commissions.
Texas real estate commission rates average 5.85% shown on chart.
Berks County property deals on Oct. 19
Transactions lacking transfer price: no money exchanged. All deeds recorded in Berks County Recorder’s Office, public.
Berks County property deals charted for October 19.
Mass. real estate broker faces embezzlement, larceny charges
Stephen Webster, 63, arrested in Florida on Sept. 30, extradited to Massachusetts for Fri. arraignment in Brockton Court.
Massachusetts real estate broker charged with embezzlement, larceny.
Why We're Picking Up the Pen Again
The New Mexican asked chapter to continue a building & design column; we paused because Kim Shanahan was unavailable.
Writer at desk holding pen, symbolizing renewed writing commitment.
Former Mass. real estate broker arraigned on embezzlement, larceny
Success! Real Estate, Inc. served SE Massachusetts for decades before abruptly closing in 2024.
Former Massachusetts broker arraigned for embezzlement and larceny.
Brokerage M&A Activity Rises, Yet Culture Remains Crucial
OB Jacobi, Windermere Co‑President, explains what drives acquisitions and when companies should or shouldn’t merge.
Brokerage firms boost M&A, stressing culture in financial deals.
Times Square Casino Hopes Live On, Real Estate CEO Says
SL Green CEO confirms Times Square casino plan still on table in Q3 earnings call.
Times Square casino hopes continue, real estate CEO says.
Analysis: New Real‑Estate Laws Aid Floridians
Eliminating the business rent tax, boosting storm resilience, and more benefit Florida property owners.
New Florida real‑estate laws aid homeowners.
Real Estate 101: Freedom During the Feast of Tabernacles
Today we’re not excited—it's the day we pack up and leave the Feast of Tabernacles.
Real estate guide discusses freedom during Feast of Tabernacles in Jerusalem.
Real Estate Review: Lenders' Inner Circle, 25 Hospitality Deals
Catch last week's Law360 Real Estate Authority updates: lender counsel dynamics and firms behind 10‑figure hospitality deals.
Lenders discuss 25 hospitality deals in real estate review meeting.
Justice Dept. charges developers with $50M funding fraud
Acting U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli of Central District CA shares the latest on the alleged crime on “The Bottom Line.”
Justice Department files $50M fraud lawsuit against developers in Washington, D.C.
TTC Grants Funding for Airport and Highway Projects
AUSTIN – In September, TX Transportation Commission approved $590M in highway contracts and $64M in airports.
TTC officials grant funding for Toronto airport and highway projects.

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