Brokerage leaders bullish on profits in 2026
Most executives in a recent survey expect to boost profitability and transactions this year, “while staying focused on pricing pressure, margins and execution.”
February 14, 2026
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- News teams at Christie’s, eXp, Howard HannaCIRE @properties Lone Star picks up Koberg Real Estate Group; Compass teams in Boston, Pennsylvania move to other brands; BHGRE nabs W. Virginia indie; more.February 14, 2026
- NAR discrimination case appealed; FTC, Zillow squabbleThe lawsuit filed by a former NAR employee resurfaces after its January dismissal. Plus, a judge mulls whether to toss the FTC’s case against Zillow and Redfin.February 13, 2026
- A promotion at Hanna; new execs at MoxiWorks, Bluegrass RealtorsMollie Hanna Lang shifts into an expanded role at the independent firm. Plus, MoxiWorks appoints new VP; Kentucky association names 2026 president; more.February 13, 2026
- Why the latest inflation data is good news for real estateCooling inflation gives the housing market an “incremental tailwind.” But economists warn that data released this time of year can be tricky to interpret.February 13, 2026
- The future of real estate marketing? It's AI-powered searchBrokerages and proptech companies need to think beyond Google. Clients are increasingly searching via chatbots, making “AI consistency” a critical new metric.February 13, 2026
- Why your data strategy matters more than your tech stackClean, connected data drives successful brokerages. Lone Wolf Foundation, the industry’s cloud, puts control back in real estate pros’ hands.
- Existing home sales slide even as affordability improvesWhile existing home sales tumbled 4.4% year-over-year in January, improvements in affordability and inventory offer hope for more market activity this spring.February 12, 2026
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- Only about 1 in 10 households moved in 2024, study findsThe U.S. household mobility rate fell to 11.2% in 2024, Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies found — and early 2025 data indicates not much has changed.February 12, 2026
- FirstTeam pushes US expansion forward; REMAX enters LibyaFirstTeam now operates in four Western states. Plus, The Agency adds office in Colorado; Corcoran affiliate enters Cape Cod; CIRE announces exec appointments.February 11, 2026
- Surprising jobs data paints a ‘muddy picture’ of the economyThe latest employment report makes a case for “cautious optimism” ahead of the spring homebuying season — if job and wage growth continue.February 11, 2026
- NAR applauds Congress’ ‘bold action’ on housingA bipartisan housing package is headed to the Senate. Plus, FHFA repeals 2024 fair housing rule; Congress reauthorizes NFIP; new jobs, inflation data coming.February 10, 2026
- Zillow beats investor forecasts with double-digit revenue gainsThe company’s mortgage and rentals divisions continued to drive growth at the end of 2025, with overall revenue up 18% year-over-year in Q4.Updated February 11, 2026
- What consumers think is causing the housing affordability crisisA majority of Americans think that people aren’t making enough money to afford homes — and high mortgage rates aren’t helping, according to a Bright MLS survey.February 10, 2026
- Compass, Fathom announce new presidentsNeda Navab, former president of brokerage operations, has been promoted to a leading role in Compass’ post-merger org, while Lori Muller joins Fathom from EXIT.February 10, 2026
- NMMLS adopts reData platform; CRMLS, NAVICA, OR Realtors add toolsNAVICA partners with Solid Earth while Oregon Realtors joins forces with SkySlope. Plus, CRMLS adds Tuesday app, RentEdge; iGUIDE launches Site Plans.Updated February 10, 2026
- ARMLS CEO to retire; ATTOM makes C-suite appointmentMatt Consalvo will leave his post at ARMLS in 2027. Plus, Kara Taylor is named ATTOM’s chief growth officer; John R. Wood Christie’s names a new VP of sales.February 9, 2026
- SERHANT introduces Boston leaders; The Agency enters WVPlus, high-end specialist Justin Alexander joins The Agency Beverly Hills; Keller Williams launches in Egypt; Century 21 North East, Elliman welcome new agents.February 7, 2026
- Redfin brings its home search to ChatGPT through new appThe announcement comes 4 months after Zillow became the first portal to launch an app in ChatGPT — a move that stirred debate about AI’s wider industry impact.February 6, 2026
- Zillow can continue enforcing private listing ban, judge rulesIn a Feb. 6 ruling, a judge denied Compass’ injunction request, citing insufficient evidence of irreparable harm and skepticism of conspiracy, monopoly claims.February 6, 2026
- Realtor.com a bright spot in News Corp earningsThe home search site’s CEO, Damian Eales, touts “the most engaged audience in the industry” and support for MLSs as fuel for future growth.February 6, 2026
- What’s a ‘good’ mortgage rate — according to buyers?Though mortgage rates aren’t expected to change much in 2026, many prospective buyers are holding out hope for a sudden drop, a Clever Real Estate survey found.February 6, 2026
- 5 more settlements approved in Gibson commissions caseThe formal approval granted in the Gibson case on Feb. 5 adds nearly $40 million to the larger settlement fund, which totals over $1 billion.February 5, 2026
- CoStar continues to refute ‘false narrative’ about Homes.comIn its latest response to investor criticism, CoStar says demands to offload the portal “demonstrate a fundamental misunderstanding of our business.”February 5, 2026
- Uptick in new listings offers hope for the chilly marketWith rates near three-year lows and new listings on the rise, market conditions are relatively decent for home shoppers ahead of the spring homebuying season.February 5, 2026
- Illinois pocket listings bill returns with narrower scopeThe revised proposal drops rentals and softens opt-out language. Meanwhile, a similar bill in Washington state has advanced to the Senate Rules Committee.February 5, 2026
- Homeownership rate climbs most among people under 35Slight improvements in affordability helped put more people in homes at the end of 2025, with year-over-year gains among the under 35 and 55-64 age groups.February 5, 2026
