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Compass Acquires Regional Brokerage in $180M Deal, Adding 2,000 Agents
The acquisition strengthens Compass's footprint in the Southeast and adds experienced agents across four states.
RealNews Staff · March 15, 2026
NAR Membership Drops 5% as Commission Lawsuit Fallout Continues
The National Association of Realtors reports its largest annual membership decline in over a decade.
RealNews Staff · March 10, 2026
NAR Commission Settlement: One Year Later, What Has Actually Changed?
Twelve months after the landmark settlement reshaped how buyer agent commissions are disclosed, industry data shows mixed results for agents and buyers alike.
RealNews Staff · February 14, 2026
The Team Model Is Now the Dominant Structure Among Top-Producing Agents
Research from Real Trends shows that 78% of agents closing more than 50 transactions annually now operate within a team structure rather than as solo practitioners.
RealNews Staff · February 25, 2026
Real Estate's Hidden Crisis: Mental Health Struggles Among Agents Reach Record Levels
A new survey from the Real Estate Wellness Institute finds 64% of active agents report significant anxiety or burnout symptoms, driven by income volatility and client pressure.
RealNews Staff · March 12, 2026