By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

As we move into mid-September, the New Jersey housing market is entering a new phase. After months of rising home prices and shifting buyer behaviors, the market is showing both resilience and subtle signs of adjustment. For buyers and sellers alike …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

Market Snapshot: A Pause in the Frenzy

• Cooling Inventory, Still Seller-Weighted
  In Ocean and Monmouth Counties, listings rose about 6.5% in August while median sale prices hit $583,100 — a 6.2% increase from last year. Homes are selling …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

The real estate world got a big boost this week. Compass Real Estate, the #1 brokerage in the United States, saw its shares climb nearly 6% after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted at potential interest rate cuts.

At the same …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

Zillow has just made its boldest move yet—and it could change how your home is seen, sold, or sidelined.

In a sweeping shift that has shocked both real estate professionals and homeowners, Zillow has started penalizing agents who don’t submit listings …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

In a year marked by major real estate shifts, a new battle has taken center stage — and veteran Realtor Courtney Orlando is speaking out. The issue? Zillow’s new policy, which many agents believe threatens seller flexibility and consumer choice.

At …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

In a market saturated with listings, data points, and quick-close promises, it’s easy to believe that real estate is just about numbers. But ask anyone who has successfully bought or sold a home, and they’ll likely tell you—behind every transaction is …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

Compass, Inc. has once again demonstrated its leadership in the real estate industry with a record-breaking first quarter in 2025. Despite a national market downturn, Compass achieved significant growth, underscoring its resilience and innovative approach.

📈 Key Highlights from Q1 2025 …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

For years, bustling cities like New York, San Francisco, and Chicago were magnets for homebuyers seeking fast-paced lifestyles, cultural energy, and walkability. But today, in 2025, we’re seeing a compelling shift — a steady migration of homebuyers seeking more space, nature …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

In a surprising announcement, Zillow recently declared a policy that could change the game for real estate agents and their clients across the U.S. Effective immediately, if a listing is publicly marketed (for example, via a Compass Coming Soon), it …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) just made a move that’s stirring the real estate world once again. With the recent introduction of a new Internet Data Exchange (IDX) rule, the balance between seller privacy and marketplace transparency is back in …