Zillow just got hit with a RICO lawsuit… but what does that actually mean for buyers, sellers, and real estate agents?

In Episode 100 of Real Estate Served on the Rocks, we break down the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) charge against Zillow, how Zillow Flex works, the allegations around steering buyers toward Zillow Home Loans, and what this could mean for transparency in the real estate industry — all while reviewing Hemingway Rye (102 proof, rum & sherry cask finished).

If you’ve ever clicked “Contact Agent” on Zillow, this episode is a must-watch.

In this episode we cover:

• What a RICO charge actually means (and why it’s serious)

• How Zillow Flex referral fees work

• What “thing of value” means under RESPA

• The allegations of steering buyers to Zillow Home Loans

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