Mortgage rates fall amid AI concerns — despite rising inflation
An artificial intelligence stock selloff spooked many investors late this week, pushing some to embrace 10-year Treasury bonds as 30-year mortgage rates dipped.
October 15, 2026
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- NAHREP CEO: Listing wars, MLS autonomy and collateral damageAs big industry players continue to fight over listing strategies, the most vulnerable consumers may get caught in the crosshairs, NAHREP CEO Gary Acosta says.October 15, 2026
- Compass adds Google AI vet to board ‘at pivotal time’Former Google VP Sissie Hsiao joins the board of directors as its lead independent director steps down. Plus, new VPs at Pacaso; ALTA installs new president.Updated October 15, 2026
- Hot inflation report increases odds of October rate hikeRising fuel costs drove up consumer prices, which are outpacing wage growth. That puts prospective homebuyers in a tough spot as mortgage rates remain at 7.5%.October 14, 2026
- When AI makes a mistake, it’s the agent who pays the priceBrokerages should be proactive in creating (and enforcing) AI use policies before they end up in regulatory hot water, advises compliance pro Summer Goralik.October 14, 2026
- Sellers sue REX, Colorado brokerage over alleged ‘blacklisting’A couple who listed their property with REX in 2021 claims the now-defunct firm aided a conspiracy by not disclosing that buyer agents refused to show the home.Updated October 14, 2026
- AI isn’t another feature. It’s the foundation.Agents are drowning in disconnected AI features. The real question for broker-owners is what actually strengthens their value?
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- Despite infighting, top portals offer mostly the same listing infoZillow, Realtor.com, Redfin and Homes.com all provide similar property details — with some caveats, according to a new report by the Consumer Policy Center.October 13, 2026
- BHHS firms appoint joint CMO; Rechat adds chief industry roleKelly Silver will oversee marketing for the franchisees, which have 3,700+ agents. Plus, Audie Chamberlain moves up to Rechat’s C-suite; GVR names interim CEO.October 13, 2026
- What real estate leaders can learn from the mortgage industryBrokerage execs who outsource financial thinking to lenders risk missing the vital leading indicators that predict which clients will walk through their doors.October 12, 2026
- Pending sales drop to lowest level in 12 yearsThe number of signed contracts fell 4% from August to September as demand dried up, Redfin found. Meanwhile, inventory reached the highest level since 2020.October 12, 2026
- Real, Christie’s NY add teams; C21 snaps up Arizona affiliateA SoCal team with $750M in sales joins Real’s luxury division in San Diego. Plus, Century 21 adds 53 agents in Arizona; a Compass Chicago founder returns; more.October 10, 2026
- Final push for approval of Tuccori opt-in deals underwayA fairness hearing in the Tuccori case is less than a month away. Plus, mandatory membership lawsuit dismissal stands; SCOTUS won’t review Zillow investor case.October 9, 2026
- Fed gov probe continues; bill to give agents ‘clear legal status’The president created a new committee to investigate Fed Gov. Lisa Cook. Plus, NAR backs independent contractor bill; HUD launches fair housing inquiry; more.October 9, 2026
- SERHANT launches AI avatar; PLACE acquires mortgage tech firmThe firm’s new social channel will publish original content daily. Plus, PLACE buys Ardley; Ruuster unveils unified platform; Property Shield, SmartMLS partner.Updated October 9, 2026
- In best-case scenario, ‘normal’ housing market still 2+ years outA Redfin analysis finds the housing market could return to a 30% mortgage-rate-to-income ratio by early 2029 — but only if conditions start improving quickly.October 8, 2026
- Texas indie joins KW network; SERHANT expands to IllinoisThe move adds a $111M team to the franchise network. Plus, SERHANT launches Chicagoland office; The Agency Vail opens; Real unveils young agent program; more.October 8, 2026
- Glenn Sanford steps down as AGNT CEO, passes baton to Leo ParejaSanford, who founded AGNT (formerly eXp World Holdings) in 2009, will continue to serve as board chair, while eXp Realty CEO Pareja will lead the enterprise.October 8, 2026
- New eXp agent tools simplify showing swaps and AI integrations“ShowGo” aims to streamline tour and open house coverage requests, while “MCP First, AI of Choice” allows agents to continue using their preferred AI tools.October 8, 2026
- eXp to launch mortgage offering, listing-prep loan programThe brokerage is partnering with Newrez LLC to roll out Revenos Mortgage early next year. It also introduced “eXp Ready,” a short-term loan product for sellers.October 8, 2026
- Lofty-backed law limits CIPA claims targeting brokeragesThe proptech firm says it helped pass a state law that is intended to end “demand letter campaigns” alleging California Invasion of Privacy Act violations.October 7, 2026
- MRED, NoCoast partner; Hive adds Gitcha’s Buyer Listing ServiceThe Iowa MLS will now be powered by Chicagoland’s MRED. Plus, Gitcha’s “buyer-want listings” slated to roll out to Hive MLS members by the end of the year.October 7, 2026
- Compass plans to sue after Unlock defies demand letterThe Central Texas MLS says it will not bow to the brokerage giant’s demand, which Unlock CEO Emily Girard said “strikes at the very structure of the MLS.”October 7, 2026
- Industry outsider joins Baird & Warner as COOSarah Casalan joins the Chicago indie after 5 years as president of The UPS Store. Plus, Nicole Beattie appointed chief servicing officer at Rocket Mortgage.October 7, 2026
- What agents should know about the fastest-growing group of buyersHispanic consumers are driving homeownership rates, and understanding their needs is key to winning clients: “Trust is really what builds the relationship.”October 7, 2026
