In this episode of **Realtors News: Change Agents**, NAR Chief Economist **Lawrence Yun** sits down with **Danielle Hale**, Chief Economist at Realtor.com® | Homes for Sale, Apartments & Houses for Rent , for a candid, data‑driven conversation about the forces reshaping the 2026 real estate market in — and how agents can use those insights on the housing market and interest rates to better serve buyers and sellers.
- Together, they unpack:
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- How **listing data and consumer search behavior** reveal where buyers are really headed
- Why **cross‑market demand and migration trends** matter more than ever for referrals and lead generation
- What agents should know about **mortgage rates, the Federal Reserve, and buyer misconceptions**
- How **baby boomers, millennials, and Gen Z** approach homeownership differently — and what that means for marketing and client strategy
- Why telling a **clear, relatable housing story** is critical for building trust with today's consumers
Lawrence YunHost