Zillow faces a lawsuit. Opendoor flips its model. And U.S. home prices just hit a new all-time high.

In this week's episode of This Week in Real Estate (tWiRE), we break down what's really happening in the housing market—from slowing price growth to rising inventory—and what it all means if you're thinking about buying, selling, or working in the industry.

📌 Topics this week:

• Compass sues Zillow over its ban on private listings—antitrust questions at the center

• Opendoor starts sending seller leads to agents—a major strategy shift

• The "6% commission" myth—what recent data from 2021 to 2025 actually shows

• Landlords win right to repayment in court ruling with broader implications

• New home sales drop sharply while inventory hits a 3-year high

• Home prices reach record highs, but growth is slowing

• Mortgage rates and buyer demand remain stalled

• 6% of sellers now risk selling at a loss—here's where and why

• Top 5 buyer-friendly markets with price cuts and more inventory

• VALID Act levels the playing field for veteran homebuyers

Whether you're tracking home price trends, wondering if it's a good time to buy or sell, or trying to understand commission structure, this episode gives you the insights that cut through the noise.

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