NAR legislative priorities for 2026 focus on housing supply, affordability
NAR’s 2026 priorities focus on bipartisan solutions to expand housing inventory and address affordability challenges.
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Existing home sales hit 9-month high with inventory at 1.43M units
Existing home sales rose for the third consecutive month, reaching a nine-month high as mortgage rates fell and inventory hit 1.43 million.
Google’s MLS listings via HouseCanary reignites IDX policy debate
Google’s display of MLS listings via HouseCanary’s ComeHome is fueling debate over IDX data rights and broker consent.
Supreme Court denies REX’s request to rehear petition
The Supreme Court refused REX’s second request to hear an appeal of its antitrust suit against NAR and Zillow.
Has homeownership become a luxury good?
First-time buyers now make up only 21% of home purchases, with the median age rising to 40 and the under-35 homeownership rate at 37.1%.
eXp’s new framework signals a shift: Transparency isn’t optional anymore
eXp Realty’s new forms mandate referral fee disclosure and highlight consumer choice for ancillary services in every deal.
NAR’s new 3-Year plan is massive. Here’s what actually changes in 2026
NAR’s executive committee approved it 2026-2028 strategic plan in a unanimous vote on Sunday during NAR NXT in Houston.
NAR’s next era starts with two women and a radical rethink of leadership
CEO Nykia Wright and president-elect Christine Hansen share how authenticity and preparation shaped their rise to the top.
NAR’s Lawrence Yun predicts rising home sales, stable prices in 2026
NAR economist Lawrence Yun is forecasting a 14% rise in existing home sales and 4% price growth in 2026, due to lower mortgage rates.
Fraud, lawsuits, AI missteps: what NAR says will put Realtors in the crosshairs next
Realtors urged to proactively manage risks including fraud and technology compliance, as E&O insurance claims rise.