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- Exclusive marketing is not ‘competition,’ MLS CEO saysIn response to new legislation limiting certain real estate marketing practices in Washington state, NWMLS hosted a panel to discuss the law and its intent.June 18, 2026
- A ‘lasting’ US-Iran deal could ‘help bring mortgage rates down’With the Strait of Hormuz starting to reopen, oil prices have dropped — and mortgage rates are beginning to tick down amid hopes for easing inflation.June 18, 2026
- NAR leader on PLNs: Consumer should be ‘able to see everything’Newly elected first vice president Pete Kopf stressed the importance of protecting consumer interests — and responsive leadership — in remarks to directors.June 18, 2026
- How should MLSs, portals address AI-enhanced listing photos?With AI tools and filters increasingly used to alter photos, new workflows and disclosures are needed to ensure consumer transparency, a recent study concludes.June 18, 2026
- More young adults live with parents as housing costs riseThe national inventory crunch and missed opportunities during the pandemic have left many under 35 unable to afford the ability to strike out on their own.June 18, 2026
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- NAR: Stop calling yourself a ‘top Realtor’The association’s trademark lawyer told attendees at NAR’s midyear meetings that Realtor is not a job title — and encouraged members to report use violations.June 17, 2026
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- Fed changes already underway as Kevin Warsh embraces top roleThough the Fed held short-term interest rates steady at its June meeting, several officials now anticipate at least one rate hike before the end of the year.June 17, 2026
- ‘Buyer rush’ pushed pending sales up across the US in MayPending home sales beat expectations for the month, rising 3.8% since April even as mortgage rates hovered around 6.5% and inflation hit a three-year high.June 17, 2026
- Fathom Holdings, PLACE make C-suite appointmentsAdam Rothstein and Daniel Weinmann succeed Marco Fregenal as Fathom’s interim CEO and CFO. Plus, PLACE appoints chief strategy officer; JP Piccinini joins Real.Updated June 18, 2026
- Fathom Holdings to be acquired by Bed Bath & Beyond in $53M dealThe move is part of a plan to create a fully end-to-end homeownership platform that spans real estate transactions, omnichannel commerce and home services.June 17, 2026
- ‘Edge’ invites proptech firms to compete; renter AI search debutsThe ‘Pitch Battle’ occurs this fall. Plus, Apartments.com offers conversational search; NoteRouter integrates NAR content; LeadingRE, MaxHome.AI partner; more.June 17, 2026
- NAR revises down home sale, mortgage rate forecasts — againNAR’s chief economist initially expected existing home sales to jump 14% in 2026. But after a lackluster spring, he no longer believes that’s in the cards.June 16, 2026
- Home construction ‘plunge’ may not tell the whole storyHousing starts were way down in May but could just signal a correction after an unexpectedly strong early spring. Still, builder sentiment continues to slide.June 16, 2026
- AI is shrinking the knowledge gap between agents, consumersAt NAR’s midyear conference, real estate pros were urged to adopt AI now — despite a lack of clarity around who’s responsible if something goes wrong.June 16, 2026
- The private listings debate leaves more questions than answersOn a recent webinar, industry observers discussed policies, partnerships and laws related to listing access. The conclusion? It’s too soon to say who’s right.June 16, 2026
- NAR CEO: Good leaders embrace their adversariesAt the Realtors Legislative Meetings in D.C., historian Doris Kearns Goodwin spoke with Nykia Wright about the themes of adversity, strength and leadership.June 15, 2026
- The rise of the million-dollar starter homeDespite recent gains in affordability, a new Zillow analysis found that a record number of U.S. cities now have typical starter homes priced at or above $1M.June 15, 2026
- Will ‘regime change’ at the Fed involve less data-sharing?While new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh might not be able to push for rate cuts right now, he may shift how the Fed handles forecasts and communications.June 15, 2026
- After nixing IDX, Hoby Hanna says whole industry should followHoward Hanna’s CEO says the MLS has value, but he thinks data sharing should be a “business decision,” not a mandate, and he believes the CCP was “a mistake.”June 13, 2026
- The Agency nabs 1,200-agent affiliate; C21 expands in North TexasThe Agency’s tri-state expansion comes with 26 new offices. Plus, Howard Hanna acquires S. Carolina indie; Elliman enters Paris; Coldwell Banker adds $20M team.June 13, 2026
- A new push for CFPB funding as Trump picks next directorCFPB’s ex-deputy director could soon be its leader. Plus, advocates lobby for housing affordability, long-term NFIP funding; no “rush” for Fannie, Freddie IPO.June 12, 2026
- Where big brokerages fail their agentsLarge firms may offer an impressive tech stack, but what moves the needle for most agents is responsive, accessible leaders who understand their local market.June 12, 2026
- NorthstarMLS, REcore unveil ‘Project NexusRE’The platform is in development, with early testing expected soon. The goal? To give brokers and MLSs more insight into who and what is accessing listings data.June 12, 2026
- Washington’s new private listings law ‘purposefully vague’The real estate marketing law, which took effect June 11, would seem to prohibit Compass Private Exclusives — but the brokerage interprets it differently.June 11, 2026
- New ‘marketing transparency’ form a ‘protective tool’ for buyersWindermere Real Estate’s addendum aims to counter efforts to obscure listing details and help buyers “gauge whether relevant information is being withheld.”June 11, 2026
