NAR predicts home sales will increase 4% in 2026

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said existing-home sales and median home prices should increase 4 percent by the end of 2026, despite market headwinds.

Judge denies CoStar request to file an amicus brief in Zillow, MRED, Compass lawsuit

The Homes.com parent company asked to file a "friend of the court" brief defending Compass and Chicago’s MRED multiple listing service.

White House tech chief tells agents to take advantage of AI

White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Pratzios told a standing-room-only crowd at NAR's 2026 Legislative Meetings that AI tools are available now — and agents who wait risk falling behind in what he called a "K-shaped economy" splitting businesses into two camps.

Realty ONE Group launches new AI-powered platform for its agents

Realty ONE Group has rebuilt its agent platform from scratch, launching ZONE Pro, a proprietary AI-powered operating system that bundles an AI growth coach, global referral network and business automation tools.