Democratic Senators Center Consumer Issues in Letter Opposing Compass-Anywhere Deal
The proposed deal for Compass to acquire Anywhere was almost certain to draw regulatory scrutiny from the beginning, due to...
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Existing-Home Sales Up for Third Month; Inventory Growth Stalls for Winter
Existing-home sales saw the third consecutive month of modest increases as mortgage rates have been lower; however, inventory growth appears...
Consumer Sentiment Improves Slightly at Year’s End
As the year ends, how are consumers—such as potential homebuyers—feeling about the market going into 2026? Per the latest findings...
Homebuilder Hints at Major Federal Housing Action in 2026, Also Teased by Trump
With business leaders, economists and other members of the real estate community looking forward to next year with both trepidation...
Zillow and MRED Dispute Could Impact IDX Feeds Come January
Portal giant Zillow largely receives listings from MLSs via internet data exchange (IDX) feeds, but at least in one major...
Inflation Lower Than Expected After Months of Inching Up
The Federal Reserve has maintained that a 2% annual inflation rate is its goal. After months of inflation moving back...
Fed Governor Miran Predicts Faster Drop in Housing Costs in New Remarks
Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran said Monday that he expects a rapid decline in housing-related inflation despite higher costs for...
Affordability: Guiding Buyers on Financial Pitfalls Before They Get Overextended
There are all kinds of numbers available for people to ponder as they set on the path to homeownership. Every...
2025’s Biggest Stories in Real Estate: Part One
Editor’s note: this is part one of a two-part series—look for part two in our upcoming newsletters. 2025 was another...
Fed’s Waller Offers Sobering Look Into Why People Aren’t Buying Homes
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller argued at a Yale University CEO Summit today that the central bank should press forward...
Top 4 ‘Don’t Bother’ Projects to Flag for Your Home Sellers
There’s a big difference in value between making improvements when planning to stay in a home versus prepping it for the market. Read more.
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