Ed, Harvey and Simon discuss the news from the world of real estate marketplaces this week...

- Zillow is being sued by brokerage Compass.

- Realtor.com has weighed in on the private listings debate with some strong words.

- Adevinta Spain is reportedly for sale with a host of potential PE firms interested in spending €2 billion to acquire the assets.

Ed and Simon are joined by Max Steinman, CEO of RentSync, to explore the evolution of the rental market in Canada, the challenges and strategies involved in mergers and acquisitions, and the impact of AI on real estate portals.

They discuss the unique aspects of the Canadian market, including the prevalence of purpose-built rentals and the role of major competitors. The conversation also delves into the importance of media relationships and the future outlook for RentSync and the rental industry as a whole.

Ed, Harvey and Simon discuss various developments in the real estate marketplace industry, including CoStar's potential rebranding of Domain to homes.com.au, Quinto Andar's decision to cut its rental guarantees product, and TradeMe's acquisition of a stake in a media company. They also delve into the regulatory scrutiny facing major players in the industry across different countries, highlighting concerns about anti-competitive behavior and the implications for consumers and agents alike.