In best-case scenario, ‘normal’ housing market still 2+ years out
A Redfin analysis finds the housing market could return to a 30% mortgage-rate-to-income ratio by early 2029 — but only if conditions start improving quickly.
October 8, 2026
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- Texas indie joins KW network; SERHANT expands to IllinoisThe move adds a $111M team to the franchise network. Plus, SERHANT launches Chicagoland office; The Agency Vail opens; Real unveils young agent program; more.October 8, 2026
- Glenn Sanford steps down as AGNT CEO, passes baton to Leo ParejaSanford, who founded AGNT (formerly eXp World Holdings) in 2009, will continue to serve as board chair, while eXp Realty CEO Pareja will lead the enterprise.October 8, 2026
- New eXp agent tools simplify showing swaps and AI integrations“ShowGo” aims to streamline tour and open house coverage requests, while “MCP First, AI of Choice” allows agents to continue using their preferred AI tools.October 8, 2026
- eXp to launch mortgage offering, listing-prep loan programThe brokerage is partnering with Newrez LLC to roll out Revenos Mortgage early next year. It also introduced “eXp Ready,” a short-term loan product for sellers.October 8, 2026
- Lofty-backed law limits CIPA claims targeting brokeragesThe proptech firm says it helped pass a state law that is intended to end “demand letter campaigns” alleging California Invasion of Privacy Act violations.October 7, 2026
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- MRED, NoCoast partner; Hive adds Gitcha’s Buyer Listing ServiceThe Iowa MLS will now be powered by Chicagoland’s MRED. Plus, Gitcha’s “buyer-want listings” slated to roll out to Hive MLS members by the end of the year.October 7, 2026
- Compass plans to sue after Unlock defies demand letterThe Central Texas MLS says it will not bow to the brokerage giant’s demand, which Unlock CEO Emily Girard said “strikes at the very structure of the MLS.”October 7, 2026
- Industry outsider joins Baird & Warner as COOSarah Casalan joins the Chicago indie after 5 years as president of The UPS Store. Plus, Nicole Beattie appointed chief servicing officer at Rocket Mortgage.October 7, 2026
- What agents should know about the fasting-growing group of buyersHispanic consumers are driving homeownership rates, and understanding their needs is key to winning clients: “Trust is really what builds the relationship.”October 7, 2026
- Pending sales take a hit as mortgage rates sit at 7.5%Signed contracts fell more than 8% year-over-year in September, but motivated sellers are out there and may opt to cut prices instead of waiting until spring.October 6, 2026
- Brokerages drop the ball on most consumer phone, web inquiriesWhile some brokerages perform better than others, response rates to consumer phone and web inquiries are fairly abysmal industry-wide, a Pied Piper study found.October 6, 2026
- Realtor.com+ adds AI layer; wearable agent safety tool debutsRealAssist AI aims to help agents save time so they can respond to clients faster. Plus, Tether RE unveils new safety device; IRE, Cotality partner; more.October 6, 2026
- CRMLS files suit against Compass over listing rulesThe mega MLS is asking a federal court in Manhattan to declare that its rules are pro-competitive and forbid Compass from suing over them.October 5, 2026
- New leader takes the reins at Long & FosterDaniel Dennis succeeds Patrick Bain, who led Long & Foster for over three years. Plus, Michael Brown joins Vesta Home as chief creative officer.October 5, 2026
- Bed Bath & Beyond drops $53M deal to acquire FathomMonths after the deal was announced, both parties have concluded that it wouldn’t “appropriately reflect the fair value of either company for its shareholders.”October 5, 2026
- What do brokers really want from tech? One simple interfaceNew research based on dozens of conversations with real estate leaders finds that integration, measurement and adoption matter more than shiny new features.October 5, 2026
- 3 things selling condos can teach any real estate agentCondo transactions differ from single-family home sales, but the process offers lessons for every agent — no matter which market segment is their primary focus.October 3, 2026
- Compass, C21 add agents; KW nabs indie; LPT expands in CanadaThe move to Compass is “a natural evolution” for the Texas firm. Plus, C21 adds New Jersey affiliate; Christie’s SoCal expands; Sotheby’s enters Panama; more.October 3, 2026
- HUD sued over ‘unlawful’ funding cuts; Dems pitch down payment helpThe department cut nearly $56M in funding already allocated by Congress. Plus, a proposed down payment matching program; NAHB supports affordability bill.Updated October 2, 2026
- Fed rate hike less likely after job gains miss the markA weaker labor market may cool inflation and push rates down, which could rally homebuyers. But fewer job changes and wage boosts could also hurt the market.October 2, 2026
- Will Connecticut’s private listings law impact brokerage practices?The law, which took effect on Oct. 1, states that private listings and office exclusives cannot be publicly marketed, which could include sharing between firms.October 2, 2026
- CMLS debuts new member tier to bolster broker-MLS relationsHomeServices and eXp Realty are founding members. Plus, NAR introduces a fraud prevention resource and introduces a new class of 20 prospective future leaders.Updated October 2, 2026
- CertifID acquires Closinglock; new zoning data platform launchesThe deal unites two fraud prevention firms. Plus, Snapdoor joins EXIT program; Land Use Labs launches; Homeward raises capital; SourceRE adds MCP platform.October 1, 2026
- FirstTeam, HomeServices strengthen leadership teamsThe growing SoCal-based indie has a new chief growth officer, while HSoA appoints 1000WATT founders to C-suite. Plus, exec hires at Flyhomes, STRATMOR, more.October 1, 2026
- Housing activity hits the brakes as mortgage rates surgeWhile the fall usually provides aspiring buyers with opportunities to enter the housing market, high mortgage rates are getting in the way for many this season.October 1, 2026
