NAR’s New Strategy: Addressing Concerns & Building Trust
NAR tackles member concerns with a new strategy launching in January, focusing on better data, financial agility, and rebuilding trust. Wright emphasizes the need for speed and transparency.
Mortgage Rates & Home Prices: Recent Trends and Expert Analysis
Mortgage rates dip slightly, but home prices show more significant changes, becoming more favorable for buyers. Experts note dropping prices per square foot and slowing demand. The Fed may cut interest rates.
New vs. Existing Homes: Price Parity & Builder Incentives
New homes are nearing price parity with existing homes due to builder incentives & rate buydowns. Regional variations & builder bullishness impact costs. Mortgage rate volatility plays a key role.
Real Estate Agent’s Guide: 2026 Success & Off-Season Strategies
Boost your real estate business! Plan for 2026 success, nurture leads with genuine interactions, update your CRM, and optimize your online presence. Leverage the off-season for growth.
Real Estate Firm Expansions & Affiliations: Century 21, Keller Williams & More
Real estate firms like Century 21 AllPoints, Keller Williams, and Coldwell Banker expand through affiliations and new offices. Key players are highlighted, showcasing market growth and strategic moves.
Chen Zhi: Cybercrime, Human Trafficking & Global Scourge
Chen Zhi and Prince Group linked to human trafficking and cybercrime. US & UK sanctions target the global network operating from Cambodia, involving fraud, forced labor, and money laundering.
2026 Housing Market: Optimism vs. Reality
Home price reductions are elevated, hinting at improved affordability in 2026. A Redfin report reveals a seller-buyer gap, yet prices remain up. Market expectations, mortgage rates, and seller motivations influence the dynamics.
Zillow vs. Compass: Antitrust Allegations and Listing Disputes
Compass accuses Zillow of antitrust behavior and monopolistic practices concerning listing policies. Zillow defends its criteria, claiming fairness and challenging Compass's narrative of irreparable harm. Listings dispute in court.
Home Sales Outlook: Affordability, Mortgage Rates, and Fed Impact
Home sales face affordability pressures. Fannie Mae projects a 7.3% rise in 2026, but mortgage rates and Fed decisions remain key. Price growth slowdown and construction are expected.
NAR’s New Strategy: Brokerage Feedback & Future Solutions
NAR is implementing changes based on brokerage feedback to improve member value and address evolving market conditions. Focus on communication, training, and the broker website. Aims for a new level of accountability.
REX vs. NAR & Zillow: Antitrust Fight and eXp Case
REX's antitrust case against NAR & Zillow reaches the High Court. Meanwhile, a sex-related transgression legal action includes eXp executives and a Las Vegas Police Department investigation. Court intervention requested.
Local MLS Rules: Realtor Reform & Open Access
NAR shifts MLS rule-making to local levels, enabling reforms & open access. Local MLSs can create modern Codes of Participation, exceeding national standards for transparency & expert conduct. State laws also secure the public.
Real Estate Commission: Negotiation & DOJ Scrutiny
Real estate faces negotiation challenges & DOJ scrutiny. Fixed-percentage commissions persist, despite legal risks. Consumer education is crucial for a more competitive market.
NAR’s New Strategic Plan: Modernizing & Member Experience
NAR unveils a 3-year strategic plan focusing on modernizing the organization, enhancing member experience through zero-based budgeting, actionable research, advanced tech, and addressing legal risks. Commitment to consumers and industry is also prioritized.
Equity Release: Over 50s Debt & Retirement Plans
SunLife reports many over 50s struggle with debt, impacting retirement. Equity release, like lifetime mortgages, is used to clear debts, boost income, and improve finances. Equity release is on the rise.
Kevin Sears’ Legacy: NAR Celebrates Outgoing President
Outgoing NAR President Kevin Sears celebrated for leadership & contributions. Wright shares Sears' impact. RPAC fundraising success. Membership dues steady. Sears receives standing ovations.
Housing Market Trends: Older Buyers, Cash Purchases, and 2026 Rebound
Housing market shifts include older first-time buyers, rising cash purchases & down payments. Experts predict a sales rebound in 2026 if mortgage rates fall, driven by changing buyer motivations.