Press & Media
We're available for expert commentary on housing market trends, real estate agent industry insights, and home buying & selling data across 23,000+ U.S. cities.
Media inquiries
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Our team provides data-driven expert commentary on the topics journalists cover most.
Housing Market Trends
City- and state-level market analysis, price trends, inventory levels, and days on market
Home Prices & Affordability
Median home prices, price appreciation, affordability indexes, and regional comparisons
Best Time to Buy or Sell
Seasonal trends, optimal listing windows, and market timing strategies by region
Real Estate Agent Industry
Agent statistics, industry trends, brokerage models, and the agent selection process
First-Time Buyer Trends
Generational buying patterns, down payment assistance programs, and entry barriers
Commission Structures
Post-NAR settlement commission changes, state-by-state rates, and buyer-broker agreements
Our Data
Original research and comprehensive datasets available for journalists and researchers.
Recent Research & Reports
Our latest original analysis, available for citation with attribution.
Real Estate Statistics 2026
Comprehensive market overview with the latest national and state-level housing data.
Real Estate Agent Statistics
Industry data on agent demographics, income, transaction volume, and market share.
First-Time Home Buyer Statistics
Demographics, challenges, and trends among first-time buyers entering the market.
Cheapest States to Buy a House
State-by-state affordability rankings with median prices and cost-of-living data.
Homeownership Statistics by State
Ownership rates, rental vs. ownership trends, and demographic breakdowns across all 50 states.
Closing Costs by State
Average closing costs for buyers and sellers across every U.S. state.
Spokesperson
Available for interviews, podcast appearances, and expert commentary.
Richard Kastl
Founder, Real Estate Agent Near Me
Richard Kastl founded Real Estate Agent Near Me to bring transparency and data-driven decision making to one of the biggest financial decisions people make. With a focus on housing market analytics and consumer advocacy, he built a platform that helps buyers and sellers find the right real estate agent through comprehensive market data and unbiased matching — not sales pitches.
Richard is available to discuss housing market trends, the evolving real estate agent landscape, commission structures, and how consumers can make smarter decisions when buying or selling a home.
Media Contact
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Citation Policy
Free to use with attribution
All data and research may be cited with a link back to the source page on realestateagentnearme.com. Custom data pulls available on request.