From Conflict to Concrete: A New Year’s Resolution

Damian Eales
by Damian Eales on 29th December 2025

Colleagues,

As we approach a new year, I am asking our industry to make one resolution: let’s recommit ourselves to a shared purpose that unites us – fighting for access for the American homeowner.

Ours is an industry built on problem solving. Yet, too often lately it has been beset by bickering. We have exhausted our energy debating the merits of Clear Cooperation and the demerits of private listings. These debates, while legitimate, have  become distractions from larger challenges, and while we argue over how to slice a shrinking pie, millions of Americans are starving for a slice of the American Dream.

It is time to trade our discord for a common chorus. We must align on the one issue that truly matters: Housing Supply.  … Continue reading “From Conflict to Concrete: A New Year’s Resolution”

Realtor.com Ends the Year Strong—Making Meaningful Gains and Narrowing the Total Visits Gap With Its Biggest Competitor

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by Realtor.com on 23rd December 2025

As the year comes to a close, the results are clear. Realtor.com is gaining share in total visits, deepening engagement, and making meaningful progress in closing the distance with the category leader.

“This isn’t about a single month or a short-term spike,” said Mickey Neuberger, Chief Consumer & Marketing Officer at Realtor.com. “It’s the result of sustained focus on trust, transparency, and building an experience consumers rely on for one of the most important decisions of their lives. More people are choosing Realtor.com, coming back more often, and spending more time with us.”

In a highly competitive real estate search landscape, the data reinforces what we’ve believed all along: when you put consumers and professionals first, growth follows.

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Realtor.com and Movoto Collaborate to Expand Access to New Construction Listings

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by Realtor.com on 3rd December 2025

Today Realtor.com has announced it has teamed up with Movoto, one of the nation’s top real estate search platforms. Under the partnership, Movoto will publish Realtor.com’s New Construction listings, expanding visibility for builders and enhancing the home-shopping experience for millions of consumers.

Movoto, a top-10 real estate site, will now receive syndicated builder-direct content—including communities, floor plans, and spec homes. The partnership marks an important expansion of Movoto’s new construction inventory. … Continue reading “Realtor.com and Movoto Collaborate to Expand Access to New Construction Listings”

From Innovation to Impact: Realtor.com is Gaining Ground

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by Realtor.com on 22nd August 2025

At Realtor.com, we made significant strides this past quarter – rolling out new tools to help agents grow their business, adding property tax resources for homeowners, launching our biggest brand campaign yet, and advancing our national campaign to increase affordable housing supply. The result: consumers are choosing Realtor.com more often and helping us close the gap with our largest competitor, while extending our lead over the rest. … Continue reading “From Innovation to Impact: Realtor.com is Gaining Ground”

If you want to catch a big fish, avoid small ponds

Damian Eales
by Damian Eales on 16th June 2025

A buyer’s market is once again on the horizon in the U.S., with inventory in many markets achieving or surpassing pre-pandemic levels. In this context, it is imperative that sellers and listing agents thoroughly comprehend the real risks that come from keeping a listing exclusive or private. That’s why we’re adding our voice to this conversation now.

Realtor.com fully supports the principles and policy of Clear Cooperation because it is at the heart of the most consumer friendly marketplace on the planet. The genesis of this open marketplace was some 30 years ago when NAR and MLSs facilitated the digitization of listings nationwide, the adoption of common standards for information sharing, and the broadcast of those listings across the nascent internet – originally only on Realtor.com.  … Continue reading “If you want to catch a big fish, avoid small ponds”

How Realtor.com Is Building Trust and Gaining Ground in Real Estate Search

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by Realtor.com on 25th April 2025

From traffic to trust, Realtor.com is gaining momentum in a crowded field. We’re closing the gap with Zillow and pulling further ahead of Redfin and Homes.com—on visits, engagement, and search visibility.

Powered by product innovation and a smarter marketing strategy, we’re winning where it matters most: helping more people find their way home. … Continue reading “How Realtor.com Is Building Trust and Gaining Ground in Real Estate Search”

Key Housing Takeaways from the Joint Congressional Address

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by Realtor.com on 4th March 2025

Realtor.com Senior Economist Joel Berner shared the following commentary on President Trump’s March 4, 2025 Joint Congressional address:

“President Donald Trump’s speech didn’t address housing affordability. Apart from a passing comment about how the DOGE efforts to reduce government waste will bring down mortgage rates, the speech made no mention of the inventory and affordability crisis facing prospective homeowners. Even when cutting regulations was the topic, there was no specific construction or land development callout. Building new homes had been a feature of the administration’s early agenda, so it was disappointing to find that missing. … Continue reading “Key Housing Takeaways from the Joint Congressional Address”

Renting during a crisis: What you need to know to stay informed and protected

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by Realtor.com on 29th January 2025

Emergencies like wildfires or other natural disasters can make finding a rental home extra challenging, with issues like housing instability, price gouging, and scams popping up. Price gouging—when landlords unfairly hike up rent prices during a crisis—is illegal in many states, including California, where the recent Los Angeles fires have left many hunting for a rental and place to live.

At Realtor.com, we’re here to help renters navigate these tough situations by providing tools and information to make finding secure housing easier. Here’s what you need to know during the current state of emergency caused by the Los Angeles wildfires: … Continue reading “Renting during a crisis: What you need to know to stay informed and protected”

Holiday Greetings from Realtor.com’s CEO Damian Eales

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by Realtor.com on 20th December 2024

As the year draws to a close, Realtor.com’s CEO Damian Eales shares a thoughtful message of gratitude and optimism with our valued partners. We hope you’ll join us in working together to make the year ahead one of progress, resilience, and success for all.

Watch Damian’s message below, and read the full transcript for key takeaways.

A holiday greeting from Damian Eales

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Simplifying the rental application process on Realtor.com

Ben Bartels
by Ben Bartels on 3rd December 2024

If you’ve ever tried to rent a home, you know the process can feel overwhelming. Between paperwork, background checks, and long approval timelines, securing a rental property often feels like a race against the clock. 

But here’s the good news: that process just got a whole lot easier, thanks to a new collaboration between Realtor.com and Rental Beast. Renters now have access to a streamlined application process for some rental homes with a new solution that simplifies everything from start to finish, helping renters secure their dream home faster and with less hassle. … Continue reading “Simplifying the rental application process on Realtor.com”