The U.S. had a deficit of 4.03M homes in 2025 — up from 3.8M in 2024 and the third-largest supply gap of the past 14 years, according to Realtor.com data. Read More
2026
Shayne Fairley steps into the role formerly held by Merri Jo Cowen. Plus, Sotheby’s Canada names Mustafa Abbasi president; Wayne Peacock joins Cotality’s board. Read More
Plus, John R. Wood Christie’s acquires 11-agent team; Realty ONE, Ivester Jackson Christie’s open new offices; KW Media partners with ex-NFL star’s firm; more. Read More
A new bill focused on home equity investment contracts underscores a widening fight — and rising scrutiny of a model built around appreciation, not interest. Read More
The average weekly rate dipped below 6% for the first time in more than three years — a threshold that could unlock buyers (and sellers) this spring. Read More
Rocket agreed to begin immediately displaying the brokerage’s “Coming Soon” listings on Redfin — reversing Redfin’s earlier pledge to bar such listings. Read More
During a Feb. 26 call with investors, Compass CEO Robert Reffkin took shots at Zillow and MLSs — and detailed an unexpected partnership with Redfin. Read More
The mortgage giant ended the year strong with two major acquisitions and loan volumes at a 3-year high. “We're hitting every key milestone,” the CEO said. Read More
At the annual R4 convention on Feb. 23, CEO Erik Carlson sought to energize agents with a message focused on growth, revitalization and professionalism. Read More
While affordability remains a challenge, lower mortgage rates and increases in inventory are giving buyers some wiggle room as they search for their next home. Read More