Experienced REALTORS® Anchor the Industry as Housing Affordability Remains Top Hurdle, New NAR Report Finds

Experienced REALTORS® Anchor the Industry as Housing Affordability Remains Top Hurdle, New NAR Report Finds: NAR’s 2026 Member Profile highlights a more experienced REALTOR® base, with 13 median years in the business. Most members plan to stay active, while income and expenses continue to rise. Housing affordability remains the top barrier for clients. The report also shows growth in team-based business and continued reliance on referrals and repeat clients.