Over a day and a half of deep discussions and debate, MLS executives, brokers, and industry thought leaders at the Clareity25 Workshop tackled some of the biggest challenges shaping the industry today. From regulatory changes, economic and climate impacts, the changing role of agents, and the evolving role of leadership, the conference made one thing clear: those who adapt, collaborate, and innovate will be the ones defining the next era of real estate. As always, the Workshop was packed with takeaways, summarized below, but no summary can provide the full experience of hearing and meeting the speakers and participating in the sessions, or engaging in the networking that is at the heart of the event. Gregg Larson, who founded the Clareity conference with Matt Cohen almost a quarter-century ago, kicked off Clareity25 with his annual technology trends update, sharing the latest innovations from the January Consumer Electronics Show (CES). His …

A Conversation With Robert Feldman For years homeowners’ insurance was just there. It was a safety net in the background, ready to catch someone when disaster struck. But now, that net is fraying, and homeowners are scrambling to understand why coverage is becoming so expensive — or in some areas, nearly impossible to obtain. Homeowners across the country — especially in wildfire-prone states like California — are seeing their premiums skyrocket, their policies canceled, or, in some cases, they are left without any options at all. Insurers too are feeling the pressure. For years, they relied on traditional risk models to calculate premiums, issue policies, and assume predictable loss patterns. But the landscape is changing. Rising claims, extreme weather events, and economic pressures are pushing the industry to a breaking point. At the center of this crisis is a fundamental question: how does the industry adapt to a world with …

Overview CoreLogic analysis suggests that Florida markets are continuing to fall out of favor while western New York is gaining popularity. Our economists anticipate further price deceleration in 2025, although recent improvements in mortgage rates may spur homebuying this spring. National home price growth is flat on a monthly basis. Annual home price growth is tracking just above inflation. Florida and Arizona top the charts for markets where the risk of price decline is very high. CoreLogic HPI features deep, broad coverage, including non-disclosure state data. The index is built from industry-leading real-estate public record, servicing, and securities databases—including more than 40 years of repeat-sales transaction data—and all undergo strict pre-boarding assessment and normalization processes.   CoreLogic HPI and HPI Forecasts both provide multi-tier market evaluations based on price, time between sales, property type, loan type (conforming vs. non-conforming) and distressed sales, helping clients hone in on price movements in specific …

Innovative program provides cutting-edge technology designed for greater efficiency and streamlining workflow for agents AUSTIN, Texas – Today, Unlock MLS launched a new, AI-powered Matrix™ experience developed by CoreLogic® that will streamline agent workflows and improve client collaboration. The Matrix 12.5 platform includes three major system updates—Listing Manager with AI, Matrix CMA Manager and OneHome™. As the first MLS in the country to offer this Matrix technology suite, Unlock MLS is leading the industry in innovation. “At Unlock MLS, our priority is providing professional agents with the most advanced tools to stay ahead in an evolving market,” said Emily Chenevert, CEO of Unlock MLS and the Austin Board of REALTORS®. “With this launch, we’re delivering the most innovative version of Matrix nationwide—enhancing efficiency, streamlining workflows and strengthening client collaboration. Our commitment is to equip our subscribers with the latest technology that gives them a competitive edge and positions them as …