Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover mortgage, housing and real estate. One of the biggest benefits of using a real estate agent has long been their access to ...

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department gave a boost Tuesday to online real estate brokers — and potentially their clients — by forcing new industry policies that give Internet-based agents access to home ...

The state's top real estate cop subpoenaed the Pikes Peak Association of Realtors for access to its Multiple Listing Service database on Wednesday, accusing the group of hindering her agency's ...

Whether you’re buying or selling a home, you’re likely to hear the term MLS, which stands for multiple listing service. The MLS is a platform used by real estate agents and brokers to share ...

The debate over whether a national MLS would benefit the real estate community seems to be part of an ongoing conversation. How would it help agents and brokers? Would it provide better governance, ...

Compass, one of the largest brokerages in the country, has sued a real estate database in Seattle and accused it of “monopolistic” and “anticompetitive” behavior. By Debra Kamin A turf war is erupting ...