Housing-policy tailwinds could lift Realtor.com owner News Corp's Move unit
Jun 30, 2026, 6:05 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Policy progress could lift housing demand, listings activity, and advertising revenue for Realtor.com; historical policy shifts have driven homeownership and related activity, though legislative risk and timing remain.
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Realtor.com analyzes how Congress has repeatedly expanded homeownership and why policy could reopen access again. It notes a 4.03 million housing-supply gap in 2025 and a high homeownership rate, arguing that landmark laws have historically expanded ownership. For News Corp and Move behind Realtor.com, stronger housing activity may boost advertising and listings volume.
Realtor.com ties homeownership gains to Congress actions. 65% of U.S. households own homes.
Housing-supply gap rose to 4.03 million in 2025; 2024 was 3.8m.
Traces five landmark laws shaping ownership: Homestead Act, FHA, GI Bill, Civil Rights Act, HERA.
21st Century ROAD to Housing Act could increase supply. Gains hinge on bipartisanship.
Realtor.com is operated by Move, Inc., a News Corp unit.
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