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A New Chapter for Real Estate Professionals: The Launch of Compass International Holdings Real estate has always been about people — the professionals who guide clients through life’s biggest decisions and the communities shaped by those moments. With that spirit, Compass International Holdings (CIH)  officially launches as a new global organization built by real estate professionals, for real estate professionals. In a message to agents, partners, and employees, Chairman and

Market Update: What The Fed Rate Cut Means for You

Mike Simonsen, Compass Chief Economist breaks down n this week’s market update, - why home sales are picking up again and what that means for buyers and sellers heading into 2026. Weekly pending home sales are running well above last year’s levels—up as much as 15% in some weeks—as mortgage rates hover at the low end of their three-year range and affordability begins to improve. He also dives into the latest data on inventory, pricing, and affordability. He reviews: • Why wee