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Zillow victorious in false advertising suit with discount brokerage

Housing Wire

The jury found that REX did not prove Zillow used false advertising it its decision to put non-MLS listings on a different section of the website and that Zillow proved its defense on REX’s second claim that Zillow acted deceptively and unfairly. Attorneys for REX did not return a request for comment.

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Judge in Zillow suit allows REX’s false advertising claims to stand

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A federal court judge concluded on Friday that in regard to REX’s false advertising claims against Zillow, the firm has proven “falsity.” Two months prior, in January 2021, Zillow began moving homes out of its initial search results for sellers who chose not to use agents adhering to the NAR and local multiple listing service (MLS) practices.

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9 innovative strategies to get more real estate seller leads in 2024

Housing Wire

With low housing inventory nationwide, agents are using innovative ways to find real estate seller leads and convert them into listings. To help you snag more listings, we updated our list of proven strategies to win more real estate seller leads in 2024. If you want a shot at generating seller leads online, you need one, too.

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REX appeals latest court ruling in its ongoing battle with Zillow

Housing Wire

REX Real Estate is back again trying to get a new trial in its false advertising lawsuit against Zillow. In January 2022, NAR filed a countersuit claiming that REX uses false advertising and misleading claims to deceive consumers in violation of the Lanham Act, but the countersuit was dismissed in late April 2022.

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Judge denies Zillow’s motion for summary judgement in the REX suit

Housing Wire

Two months prior, in January 2021 , Zillow began moving homes out of its initial search results for sellers who chose not to use agents adhering to the NAR and local multiple listing service (MLS) practices. However, Zilly felt that Zillow had not demonstrated that REX is unable to satisfy the test for commercial advertising or promotion.

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Zillow moves to have REX suit dismissed

Housing Wire

Two months prior, in January 2021 , Zillow began moving homes out of its initial search results for sellers who chose not to use agents adhering to the NAR and local multiple listing service (MLS) practices, creating a two-tab design for agent listings and “other listings.”

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SmartZip Review: Can data improve your prospecting game?

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SmartZip uses predictive analytics to pinpoint likely sellers from 6 to 18 months in advance, offering a huge advantage in today’s low inventory market. Use AI-powered lead generdation to identify high-priority sellers. Access leads immediately — directly in your inbox. Automated marketing: Yes.