Rounding up the latest on private listings, portal bans: The Download

There was no shortage of opinions following Zillow's (and later, Redfin's) ban on private listings marketed publicly.

Side and Alexander brothers settle breach of contract lawsuit

The embattled brothers can now say they have one legal action behind them. Terms of the settlement were not immediately disclosed.

Coldwell Banker agrees to pay $20M to settle spam case

The case involved homeowners whose numbers were on the national do-not-call list but who reported getting telemarketing calls from Coldwell Banker agents. Class members are expected to get about $281 each.

Delayed Marketing Exempt Listings vs. portals: Who’s right?

Real estate brokers need flexible business options to meet people where they are and help them make the decisions that work for their unique circumstances, Cara Ameer writes.