Brokerages Compass and Anywhere Real Estate report increased transaction volume
Two of the country's largest real estate brokerages — Compass and Anywhere Real Estate — said they saw an increase in deals in the three-month period between July and September.
On Tuesday, Compass executives said the firm had seen an overall 22% jump in transactions in the third quarter compared to the same time a year earlier. That figure includes deals that resulted from acquisitions the brokerage has made since July 2024. Anywhere reported a 2% increase in units sold and a 5% increase in the price of those properties.
Both firms outpaced the national market, which had an estimated 2% increase in transactions in the third quarter compared to the same time a year ago.
The update comes just weeks after the two brands announced their plans to merge under the Compass umbrella. That deal is expected to close in the latter half of 2026.
Midland, Michigan, is best place to retire, survey finds
Retirees are prioritizing a higher quality of life when it comes to settling down for their golden years, according to new data from U.S. News and World Report.
The Best Places to Retire survey ranked the top 250 places in the United States for retirees based on a nationwide survey of people ages 45 and older. The number one destination: Midland, Michigan.
The midwestern city is known for its mix of industrial workers and artists, according to Homes.com. Survey respondents cited the city's affordability and taxes as draws.
Weirton, West Virginia, ranked second on the list, and Homosassa Springs, Florida, took the third spot. Overall, the South and Midwest dominated the top of the list.