ASID News Today — September 26, 2026

The real estate industry is seeing a mix of technological advancements and shifting regulations. On the tech front, companies like Compass are taking steps to control how their listing data is used, asking multiple listing services to block access to recruiting tools. Meanwhile, other firms such as Experian are pushing forward with integrations that improve the homebuying process, like its recent partnership with Workday to streamline income verification through its Verify platform. Additionally, Gateless Smart Underwrite has made strides in artificial intelligence with its AZP Platinum AI certification.

These developments come as the industry grapples with changes in other areas, such as builder incentives and regulatory proposals. Builders are offering significant discounts in certain markets, and despite these savings, some buyers are still actively purchasing homes. On the regulatory side, a new proposal aims to standardize mortgage servicing rights accounting for recapture values, which could have implications for lenders and servicers. Furthermore, states like New Jersey are considering new rules, such as allowing buyers to request the removal of home interior photos. These stories highlight the dynamic nature of the real estate industry as it navigates changes in technology, regulation, and market conditions.

Today's signal:
• Compass asks MLSs to block listing data from recruiting tools (housingwire.com)
• Where builder discounts are biggest and who is still buying (housingwire.com)
• Proposal seeks to standardize MSR accounting for recapture values (housingwire.com)
• Gateless Smart Underwrite earns AZP Platinum AI certification (housingwire.com)
• Experian integrates Verify with Workday for income verification (housingwire.com)
• New Jersey looks to remove home interior photos upon buyer request (housingwire.com)