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Dave Gallagher

Dave Gallagher

Director, News Reporting

Dave's journalism career spans 24 years covering business, the economy and real estate in Northwest Washington. He's also a numbers nerd, examining data to spot emerging trends in industries. Having started his career as a sports writer, he's a lifelong baseball and soccer fan and recently discovered pickleball. He grew up in Yosemite National Park and earned his journalism degree at Humboldt State University in northern California.

Mortgage rate uptick leaves summer market on standby
Mortgage applications are up, but a rise in rates combined with job loss concerns and tariff uncertainty could kill the momentum.
July 10, 2025
Is the surge in delistings good news for buyers?
Homes are spending more time on the market and about 20% of listings are getting price cuts, according to Realtor.com’s latest market trends report.
July 8, 2025
Is the US losing its largest group of international buyers?
There has been a significant drop in Canada-based searches for U.S. homes amid escalating tensions between the two countries, Redfin data indicates.
July 7, 2025
Strong jobs report throws cold water on July rate cut
Despite falling mortgage rates and low unemployment, the combination of economic uncertainty and high home prices indicates the market slowdown will continue.
July 3, 2025
Compass ‘has not and will not adhere’ to Clear Cooperation
In an email to MLS and NAR leaders, CEO Robert Reffkin says the brokerage is not bound by the CCP and will not ask its agents to comply with the policy.
July 2, 2025
eXp, Weichert still can’t avoid Gibson case
A Missouri court said discovery can continue in the commissions lawsuit even though a Georgia judge granted preliminary approval of deals in a related case.
July 1, 2025
PLS, Umansky ready for a rematch with NAR in refiled lawsuit
The case involving Clear Cooperation and Mauricio Umansky’s pocket listings network has been revived as The Agency founder makes good on his threat to sue NAR.
July 1, 2025
Zillow readies for battle with Compass
The home search site intends to officially oppose Compass’ preliminary injunction motion by July 18.
June 30, 2025
Little consensus on rate cuts this year
More members of the Federal Reserve are talking about interest rate cuts, with some pushing for action soon and others concerned about tariff impacts.
June 30, 2025
As housing inventory improves, so does affordability
Despite continued regional differences, housing affordability was sunnier in 43 of the top 50 markets in April, according to First American’s June report.
June 28, 2025
MLS extending push for transparency to referral fees
New disclosure forms will help buyers and sellers understand who is getting paid — and how much — during home transactions, Northwest MLS says.
June 27, 2025
Pending sales defy expectations, spark hope for a rebound
Mortgage rates continued to decline in another positive sign for the market. But new listings lost steam in June amid ongoing economic uncertainty.
June 26, 2025
New home sales tumbled in May
Activity was down 13.7% from April, pushing new home inventory to nearly 10 months of supply as builders face increasing competition from the resale market.
June 25, 2025
More sales this year? It’s possible, data indicates
ATTOM’s midyear review suggested rising inventory could cause home prices to flatten or fall later this year — and that would be good news for sales.
June 25, 2025
Judge gives final OK to 15 commissions settlements
The deals in Gibson and Keel total more than $20 million, closing another chapter in the years-long litigation over agent fees.
June 24, 2025
Federal job cuts starting to impact DC market
A rise in retirement-related home sales is creating more inventory and starting to put pressure on high prices in the D.C. area, a Bright MLS survey suggests.
June 24, 2025
High rates, prices keep existing home sales muted
Though there was an uptick in existing home sales as spring progressed, last month was still the slowest for the month of May since 2009.
June 23, 2025
Judge sets trial date for Compass vs NWMLS case
The brokerage giant and a Washington state MLS have been butting heads over pre-marketing rules and private listings. Now a jury may get to decide who’s right.
June 20, 2025
Fed leaves rates unchanged with economy ‘in a solid position’
The Federal Reserve’s current strategy is “the best thing we can do for the housing market,” Fed Chair Jerome Powell told reporters on June 18.
June 18, 2025
Home construction stalls as costs rise, demand softens
Housing starts and permits fell in May in response to economic and market factors, while buyers continue to hold out despite easing mortgage rates.
June 18, 2025

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