Trends 2026: The uncertain future of real estate’s open marketplace
Broad access to property listings has been a fundamental — and unique — aspect of the U.S. housing marketplace for years. But that could soon change.
January 26, 2026
Trends Report 2026
- Trends 2026: Why Real has quickly outpaced its peersThe national brokerage platform model has allowed some firms to scale at an exceptional pace. Get a glimpse of how — and why — it has worked so well for Real.January 5, 2026
- Trends 2026: New brokerage models reflect broader industry shiftsResidential real estate is changing. Technology is evolving, new leaders are bringing new visions, and brokerages are embracing novel ways of doing business.December 29, 2025
- Trends 2026: The brokerage feeding frenzy and market concentrationLeading firms are employing different strategies — M&As, growth-oriented platforms, agent incentives — to fortify and expand their already-dominant positions.December 22, 2025