Lawsuits keep piling up: Inman’s Top 5 stories of the week

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.

Patriot Bank denies DOJ redlining allegations, settles for $1.9M

Government alleges competitors in Patriot's peer group made home loans in minority areas of Memphis at almost three times the rate of Patriot from 2015 to at least 2020.

No agent? Efizbo says no problem: Tech Review

One of a number of consumer-facing solutions that promises to minimize the role of the agent for the sake of efficiency, this platform still lacks some of the advanced technologies needed to advance the transaction beyond the reach of those licensed to sell homes.

California commission lawsuit filed against NAR and 35 other entities

Homesellers allege 36 Realtor association, brokerage, and multiple listing service defendants conspired to inflate buyer broker commissions in violation of state and federal antitrust laws.