BrokeragesNew KW leaders given clear mandate: Accelerate growthThe franchisor has added four new roles focused on performance, agent attraction and commercial growth to “create more opportunity for entrepreneurs to thrive.”Amie FisherJuly 23, 2026
IndustryPLACE names new EVP; SERHANT adds luxury sales execProptech veteran Mike Ryan joins PLACE as EVP of business development. Plus, Nick Janovsky will oversee luxury sales for SERHANT along Florida’s Gulf Coast.Real Estate News StaffJuly 23, 2026
IndustryNew wrinkle in commissions settlement as Flexmls withholds dataThe Sitzer/Burnett plaintiffs filed a motion today after FBS “refused” to provide listing and seller data MLSs agreed to release per the settlement terms.Amie FisherJuly 22, 2026
IndustryJudiciary subcommittee summons Compass, MRED CEOs for briefingAs part of an antitrust review, Robert Reffkin and Rebecca Jensen have been called upon to answer questions about their companies’ private listings partnership.Lillian DickersonJuly 22, 2026
MLS/AssnNAR outlines strategic plan progress: 'The goal is simple'The association detailed its lobbying efforts, legal wins, policy clarifications and more in its second update on the three-year plan adopted last fall.Lillian DickersonJuly 22, 2026
BrokeragesCorcoran affiliate scores recruiting wins; FirstTeam, Compass expandThe Long Island firm has added two teams to its new Merrick office. Plus, Compass opens on Shelter Island; FirstTeam adds California Central Coast office; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 22, 2026
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MLS/AssnNAR’s investment arm makes inroads with Mexican associationSecond Century Ventures has partnered with Mexico’s Asociación Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios. Plus, RACC joins Stellar MLS as a corporate shareholder.Real Estate News StaffJuly 22, 2026
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By the NumbersPurchasing power is up, but that’s not helping homebuyersA report comparing the cost of living in 1974 to 2024 shows that rent burdens are relatively lighter today, but home prices have outpaced gains in buying power.Dave GallagherJuly 21, 2026
BrokeragesJay Papasan to end 26-year ‘wild ride’ as Keller Williams VPThe longtime KW executive said he’ll remain active as a writer and coach, and intends to stay involved with his family businesses.Lillian DickersonJuly 21, 2026
AgentsHow home inspections fit into the housing affordability pictureFor buyers with stretched budgets, unexpected repairs can break the bank. Yet home inspector regulation is spotty, and the cost of incompetence can be high.Lillian DickersonJuly 21, 2026
TechCompass unveils ‘AI Assistant’; brokerage comparison tool launchesThe AI tool is integrated into Compass’ Home Platform. Plus, Redfin partners with The Weather Company; Realtor.com expands Market Clock footprint; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 21, 2026
IndustryWindermere appoints first C-level growth leaderDiana Wall brings nearly 30 years of experience to her role as chief growth officer. Plus, Windermere Signature Properties President and CEO Pat Shea to depart.Real Estate News StaffJuly 20, 2026
AgentsAgents a ‘powerful’ influence on private listing choiceA recent survey of homesellers revealed marketing preferences, expectations (and disappointments), and how sellers use AI to second-guess agent recommendations.Andrea V. BrambilaJuly 20, 2026
BrokeragesLong & Foster heir continues 6-decade legacy with boutique firmBoomer Foster, whose uncle founded Long & Foster in 1968, launched Paul Wesley Real Estate with a people-focused mission and a foundation of “big-company tech.”Lillian DickersonJuly 18, 2026
BrokeragesSotheby’s nabs $265M team; BHGRE M&A pushes agent count to 1,200The Kogevinas Group moves to Sotheby’s Montecito. Plus, Exceed Realty joins BHGRE Realty Connect; Compass adds Osborne Group; REMAX grows in Texas; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 18, 2026
By the NumbersForeclosures, short sales rise as homeowners weigh their optionsForeclosures jumped over 20% in the first half of 2026 while short-sale transactions increased 16% in Q1, according to new data from ATTOM and Realtor.com.Lillian DickersonJuly 17, 2026
MLS/AssnLouisiana association matches NTREIS payments – for Realtors onlyNWLAR’s CEO says the move reaffirms “the MLS as the best point of entry for listings” and signals strong support for “the value of Realtor membership.”Andrea V. BrambilaJuly 17, 2026
By the NumbersNew home construction slows amid ‘difficult cost environment’June’s surge in housing starts was limited to the multifamily sector, while single-family starts and permits fell. Builder confidence also continues to decline.Amie FisherJuly 17, 2026
AgentsHow agents can help young adults facing ‘emotional’ housing crisisThough recent industry debate has mostly focused on sellers, buyers are the ones facing extreme challenges in today’s market, HomeServices CEO Chris Kelly says.Lillian DickersonJuly 17, 2026
BrokeragesHow Real’s acquisition stands to impact REMAX brokersDespite the talk of mutual benefit, many franchisees could be adversely affected if the deal goes through, because Real will still be competing with them.Wayne Einhorn, President, Inner Circle Broker CoachingJuly 17, 2026
By the NumbersHigh rates, home prices to blame for ‘tepid housing market’Mortgage rates climbed to a 10-month high this week as falling pending home sales already point to a slow summer housing market.Amie FisherJuly 16, 2026
MLS/AssnCan NAR build an ethics-monitoring tool — and will it?The trade association’s use of AI for trademark enforcement is raising questions about whether such tools could also help flag member-posted unethical content.Andrea V. BrambilaJuly 16, 2026
By the NumbersHomeowners insurance ‘redlining’ demands scrutiny, report saysHomeowners in majority Black ZIP codes pay 16% higher premiums than those in white communities, a CFA report says — and people in Hispanic areas pay even more.Lillian DickersonJuly 15, 2026
TechREsides boosts fraud protection; Rechat debuts ‘Testimonials’The MLS is the first to adopt Property Shield’s “Ownership Verification” tool. Plus, Rechat adds client review feature; RealPage acquires data company; more. Real Estate News StaffJuly 15, 2026
By the NumbersMidyear market checkup: Finding balance after a chaotic springAfter two years of disappointing sales, many expected a breakout spring season fueled by lower mortgage rates. But then the Iran war and inflation interfered.Jeff Tucker, Principal Economist, WindermereJuly 15, 2026
Brokerages‘Playmakers’: Why ‘growth was not a business plan’ for SERHANTWatch the conversation as Ryan Serhant discusses his brokerage’s “person-first” strategy, his stance on market transparency and his advice for new agents.Meghan RoosJuly 14, 2026