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10/16/2026

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The real-estate industry is tearing itself apart over a question that home buyers haven’t had to ask in decades: When you search for a home online, are you actually seeing every property for sale?

For the better part of two decades, the answer to that question has largely been yes, with the vast majority of listings available on sites like Zillow and Trulia.

But Compass—now the nation’s largest brokerage—is changing the game. Compass offers its sellers the option to market their homes first as “private exclusives” through the company’s internal website before putting them on listings sites or the local multiple listings service.

In fact, it’s been actively encouraging its agents to take their listings off those portals. In New York, for instance, Compass recently offered a $1,000 credit to agents who agreed to pull their listings off the website StreetEasy.

Compass says its model offers sellers more choice on how to market their homes, but critics say it is harming the consumer.

“This is all coming to a head,” said Errol Samuelson, chief industry development officer at Zillow Group. “This issue is going to have a real impact on people’s lives and how they buy and sell, where they live.”

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03/19/2026

Do you have a Monroe County Library System (MCLS) card? If you do, did you know you can use your card for more than just borrowing books?

03/14/2026

NAR, industry groups say middle-class homeowners are being pushed above the threshold when they sell their homes, creating an unintended tax burden.

03/11/2026

03/10/2026

In 47 of 50 states, single women living independently are more likely to own homes. Overall, single women own 2.71 million more homes than single men.

Despite women typically earning 83% of men's pay, they excel in homeownership. LendingTree's analysis suggests that single women are more inclined than single men to make sacrifices for homeownership. Women often exhibit more risk aversion, and owning a home is widely regarded as a secure investment.

Real estate agents also say they’ve noticed more single-female buyers now than in the past. “I’ve definitely sold more homes to women than in prior years,” says Lorraine Hurlbut of Keller Williams in New Jersey, the No. 4 state for female homeowners. “They’re tired of paying high rents that are the equivalent of a mortgage payment. They’re secure in their careers and want to ride the wave of ownership and investment.”

02/13/2026

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01/12/2026

Buffalo Bills star Josh Allen has taken his modern California mansion off the market just weeks after he and his wife, actress Hailee Steinfeld, announced they are expecting their first child. The move caps a milestone month for Allen, who also helped lead the Bills to a playoff berth ahead of the NFL postseason.

12/14/2025

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In 2026, the U.S. housing market is expected to be steadier, with slightly more home sales and modest price growth. Lower mortgage rates and slower price increases should make buying a bit easier than in 2025.

But some markets will heat up more than others. After reviewing the 100 largest metros, the top performers for 2026 all share one thing: they offer better value than nearby expensive cities. That value keeps drawing buyers, even as low inventory pushes prices up.

For buyers, that can mean more competition. For sellers, it points to strong demand and potential upside next year.

Here are the top 10 metro areas for 2026 ⬇️