Real Estate News 10/22/2025

Today’s News Synopsis:

In The News:

Real Estate News – “Zillow integrates ChatGPT for AI-driven home search“ (10-22-25)

“Real estate leaders are racing to understand the impact of AI’s entry into the MLS space, raising new questions about security and data control.”

NAHB – “How Diverse Is the Construction Workforce?” (10-17-2025)

“According to the 2023 American Community Survey, non-Hispanic White workers still account for the majority of the construction industry at 57%. Hispanic workers now represent nearly one-third of the labor force at 32%, followed by non-Hispanic Black workers at 5% and non-Hispanic Asian workers at 1.8%. ”

Realtor.com – “Down Payments Level Off as Affordability Pressures Linger” (10-20-25)

“Down payments held at an average of 14.4% and a median down payment of $30,400 in the third quarter of 2025. ”

ATTOM – “U.S. Homeownership Tenure by State – Q3 2025“ (10-21-25)

“Homeownership tenure continues to rise as owners stay put longer before selling. Homeowners who sold in the third quarter of 2025 had owned their homes for an average of 8.39 years, the longest tenure in at least 25 years and up from 8.13 years in the previous quarter.  All‑cash sales continue to tick up: 38.9 percent of home sales nationwide were all‑cash in Q3 2025, up from 37.6 percent a year ago.”

NAR – “Why Real Estate May Find a Match With the 2026 Colors of the Year” (10-13-2025)

“Paint companies are dialing down bold choices for 2026, favoring beige-toned, creamy, and earth-inspired hues. Those choices will find a welcoming home in real estate.”