Portland tries a new affordable housing fix: paying homeowners to rent spare rooms

Portland is paying homeowners to rent spare bedrooms through a new pilot with PadSplit, aiming to expand affordable housing without new construction.

‘Intangibles’ drive agent success this spring: Redfin economist

Artificial intelligence, political upheavals and labor market volatility are all weighing on consumers this spring. Redfin Chief Economist Daryl Fairweather explains how agents can help.

Existing-home sales post February gain after decade-low 2025 figures

Existing-home sales increased 1.7 percent on a monthly basis, but housing demand continues to lag behind wage growth and job gains, NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said.

The internet says agents are doomed (again). Here’s what’s actually happening

A debate on X claims AI and platforms like Opendoor could replace real estate agents. Industry leaders say the reality is far more complicated.