First-Time Homebuyer Trends in 2026
First-time buyer trends in 2026: their shrinking market share, affordability pressure, and down-payment assistance options, with data attributed to NAR.
Industry News
Articles and guides about industry news
Fall 2026 Housing Market Forecast
What to expect in the fall 2026 housing market: mortgage rates, inventory, and prices, with forecasts attributed to Freddie Mac, the MBA, and NAR.
Housing Market Forecast: Spring 2026
Spring 2026 housing market outlook for agents and MLOs: mortgage rate trends, inventory shifts, regional price forecasts, and what it means for you.
AI in Real Estate: 2026 Outlook
How AI is reshaping real estate in 2026: virtual staging, automated valuations, lead scoring, and chatbots. What's actually useful vs overhyped for agents.
NAR Settlement: Impact on Agents in 2026
The NAR settlement changed how buyer agent commissions work. Here's what the Sitzer/Burnett ruling means for agents, buyers, and your business in 2026.
How Interest Rate Changes Impact MLO Careers
Understanding how mortgage rate fluctuations affect MLO income, strategy, and career decisions. Adapting to rate environments.
Mortgage Industry Outlook for 2026
Key trends shaping the mortgage industry in 2026. Interest rates, technology, regulations, and career opportunities.
Real Estate Market Trends to Watch in 2026
NAR data, Freddie Mac rate forecasts, and NAR settlement fallout — what's actually shaping the 2026 market for new and working agents.