Home Shoppers Pull Back as Rates Hit Highest Point in Over a Year

Those shopping for a home or a refinance for a lower rate appear to be moving back to the sidelines this past week, as application activity for both has declined for a second consecutive week following mortgage rates rising to their highest point in more than a year.  The latest Market Composite Ind

eXp-Parent AGNT Posts Record Revenue, Touts Rising Agent Productivity in Q2 Earnings Call

AGNT, Inc., the parent company of eXp Realty and NextHome, reported record second quarter 2026 revenue of $1.4 billion, up 11% from a year ago, as leaders credited agent productivity and AI investments for the gains. The Bellingham, Washington-based company, which rebranded from eXp World Holdings e

Norfolk County, MA Housing Market Update: July 2026

Key Takeaways Norfolk County home prices slipped 1.5% year over year in July while the national median climbed 3.2%—yet 55% of homes still sold above asking price, proving demand remained resilient. The median sale price fell to $782,704, while the national median rose to $407,730. Active inventory

Middlesex County, MA Housing Market Update: July 2026

Key Takeaways Middlesex County home prices stabilized in July, edging up 0.3% year over year to $857,485 after slipping 1% in June—a sign that the brief dip was a blip rather than a trend. Inventory remained elevated at 4,594 active listings (+11.5% YoY), while homes sold surged 12% year over year t