Real Estate Reset Imminent? AI Rejection, Interest Rate Cuts, and Other 2026 Predictions

The real estate conversation is shifting fast, and 2026 may be the year that forces the industry to finally catch up. In this episode, we break down our bold predictions for what’s ahead, from a coming shakeout in commissions, teams, and brokerages to the rise of a new generation of leadership.

We unpack why the next collapse won’t be about home prices, but about weak business models that can’t survive lower transaction volume. We explore what a true housing reset looks like, how affordability may slowly return, and why interest rates could become the lever that unlocks stalled supply. We also dig into power shifts, from organizations to individuals, and from brands to consumers.

As AI accelerates change, we close with what we believe matters most: trusted human connection. In a world flooded with data, real value will come from professionals who bring judgment, experience, and credibility to the table.

We talk about:

[00:00] Are We Ready for 2026? Setting the Stage for the Predictions

[01:32]  What If the Next Real Estate Collapse Isn’t About Prices?

[06:07]  Is the Old Business Model Ever Coming Back?

[08:56]  What Does the Next Generation of Leadership Look Like?

[11:18]  Has Power Shifted From Brokerages to Consumers?

[13:46]  Are We Headed for a Housing Reset—or Something Slower?

[17:01]  Are Wages Finally Catching Up to Home Prices?

[20:37]  Could Interest Rates Really Drop Back Near 4%?

[25:00]  Will Trusted Human Connection Matter More Than AI?

[33:09]  Final Thoughts: Are You Playing Defense or Ready to Go on Offense?

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