The report covers the progress the organization has made toward its 2026-2028 Strategic Plan. 

The average commission was up from a recent low in third quarter 2024 that followed the NAR settlement. 

Set to debut in 2028, the project is already over 20% sold.

The association made local MLSs responsible for deciding whether non-Realtors may access their platforms as part of a suite of changes aimed at reducing antitrust risk. 

At the same time, the average age of the first-time buyer hit an all-time high of 40, according to the 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. 

The stock-swap deal will bring Anywhere’s brands, including Better Homes and Gardens, CENTURY 21, Coldwell Banker and Sotheby’s International, under the Compass umbrella. 

The annual survey finds most Realtors pay at least $50 a month for work technology, despite a majority feeling satisfied with the tech provided by their brokerages.

Bright MLS serves over 100,000 professionals across Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and Washington, D.C.

“Listen well. Follow up. Show up. Keep learning.” Carolyn Block Ellert, Senior Vice President for Sales, Penn Florida Realty, Boca Raton

The firm, founded by identical twins Jasmine Dorev and Jessica Miranda-Lantigua, was previously affiliated with The Island. 

The luxury real estate veteran was previously affiliated with Douglas Elliman. 

NAR’s report — which surveyed nearly 5,000 Realtor members — also found that the typical agent took on 10 transactions in 2024, the same as a year prior.

Cameron is the star of the series Going Home with Tyler Cameron. 

“Focus on learning, networking and providing excellent service.” — Rebecca Sundel, Realtor, Coldwell Banker Realty, Pinecrest

Chicago’s Main Street Organization of REALTORS® selected the winners, who will be honored with a ceremony in early 2026. 

The Monica Betancourt Group has closed $50 million to $60 million in annual sales over the last few years.