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ata remains a decisive edge in real‑estate, especially for those aiming to expand in 2026. Dan Duffy, founder and CEO of United Real Estate Group, will open the Housing Economic Summit on Feb. 10, outlining how executives should read and act on the day’s data.

    He stresses that leaders who have embraced data—cleaning their information, investing in AI, and managing capital wisely—will be the first to seize the improving market and capture significant share. Those focused only on short‑term cost cuts will rebuild foundations but miss early opportunities.

    A “data‑first” mindset, coupled with third‑party, proprietary, and internal data‑management investments, is essential for leveraging AI and other analytics to boost growth and unit economics. The competitive advantage now belongs to firms that treat data as a strategic asset.

    Looking ahead, Duffy projects over 4 million existing homes will change hands in 2026. With a 1 % market share, United is positioned to grow regardless of conditions. After three years below natural demand, favorable macro trends, seller price concessions, and shifting interest rates suggest a modest‑to‑marked rebound.

    Don’t just collect data—learn to translate it into swift, informed decisions. Discover the signals at the Housing Economic Summit. Join us in Dallas on Feb. 10.