Breaking Ground: Realtor.com® Drives Conversations to Tackle America's Housing Shortage at SXSW

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Realtor.com® is taking a bold step to address America's housing crisis at SXSW 2025 through three comprehensive panel discussions. The event highlights the critical shortage of approximately 4 million homes in the U.S., which has led to intense buyer competition and elevated costs.

The panels will be held across two locations in Austin, Texas: Realtor.com® Headquarters on March 8 and Thompson Hotel on March 10. Key sessions include 'Future-Proof Housing for the Next Generation,' 'What Texas Can Teach Us About Solving America's Housing Crisis,' and 'Unlocking Supply: Addressing the Missing ~4 Million Homes in America.'

The event features prominent speakers including Austin Mayor Kirk Watson, industry leaders, and experts from Realtor.com®, ICON, Landsea Homes, National Zoning Atlas, and The Urban Institute. The sessions will explore solutions to the inventory crunch and its impact on housing's future.

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- America's housing shortage is no small problem—it's a crisis. Realtor.com^® estimates the U.S. is short ~4 million homes, leaving buyers facing fierce competition and high costs. At SXSW, Realtor.com^® is hosting three powerhouse panels over multiple days, diving deep into the nation's inventory crunch and what it means for the future of housing. Expect bold ideas, real solutions, and conversations that move the industry forward.

Speakers include:

• Kirk Watson, Mayor of Austin
• Graeme Waitzkin, COO of ICON
• John Ho, CEO of Landsea Homes
• Sara Bronin, Founder & CEO of the National Zoning Atlas
• Felicity Maxwell, Board Member at Aura and Planning Commissioner of Austin
• Natasha Harper-Madison, Chair of Housing and Planning Committee, Councilmember District 1-Austin
• Mary K. Cunningham, Senior Vice President of Research and Programs, The Urban Institute
• Kendall Bonner, VP, Industry Relations & Strategic Partnerships, eXp Realty
• Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com^®
• Joel Berner, Sr. Economist at Realtor.com^®

Event Info: March 8, 2025
Location: Realtor.com^® Headquarters, 901 E. 6th Street, Austin, Texas

• 9:15 a.m.: Pre-panel Media Meet & Greet
• 10:00 a.m.: Future-Proof Housing for the Next Generation
  • Speakers:
    • Graeme Waitzkin, COO of ICON
    • John Ho, CEO of Landsea Homes
    • Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com^®
• 11:30 a.m.: What Texas Can Teach Us About Solving America's Housing Crisis
  • Speakers:
    • Sara Bronin, Founder & CEO of the National Zoning Atlas
    • Felicity Maxwell, Board Member at Aura and Planning Commissioner of Austin
    • Natasha Harper-Madison, Chair of Housing and Planning Committee, Councilmember District 1-Austin
    • Joel Berner, Sr. Economist at Realtor.com^®
• 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Networking Hour. *Enjoy free beverages!
  RSVP to attend the event here

March 10, 2025*:
Location: Thompson Hotel, 506 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701

• 11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.: Unlocking Supply: Addressing the Missing ~4 Million Homes in America
  • Speakers:
    • Kirk Watson, Mayor of Austin
    • Mary K. Cunningham, Senior Vice President of Research and Programs, The Urban Institute
    • Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com^®
    • Kendall Bonner, VP, Industry Relations & Strategic Partnerships, eXp Realty
• 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.: Reception
  *A SXSW badge is required for this event

Livestream Links:	Youtube March 8 Live Stream
	Youtube March 10 Live Stream

For questions, or to RSVP to the meet and greet reception on either day, email press@realtor.com.

About Realtor.com^®
Realtor.com^® is an open real estate marketplace built for everyone. Realtor.com^® pioneered the world of digital real estate more than 25 years ago. Today, through its website and mobile apps, Realtor.com^® is a trusted guide for consumers, empowering more people to find their way home by breaking down barriers, helping them make the right connections, and creating confidence through expert insights and guidance. For professionals, Realtor.com^® is a trusted partner for business growth, offering consumer connections and branding solutions that help them succeed in today's on-demand world. Realtor.com^® is operated by News Corp [Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA] [ASX: NWS, NWSLV] subsidiary Move, Inc. For more information, visit Realtor.com^®.

Media Contact: Asees Singh, press@realtor.com

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FAQ

What is the estimated housing shortage in the US according to Realtor.com?

According to Realtor.com, the United States is currently facing a shortage of approximately 4 million homes.

When and where are the Realtor.com SXSW 2025 housing panels taking place?

The panels are taking place on March 8, 2025, at Realtor.com Headquarters (901 E. 6th Street) and March 10, 2025, at Thompson Hotel (506 San Jacinto Blvd) in Austin, Texas.

What are the main panel topics at the Realtor.com SXSW 2025 event?

The three main panels are: 'Future-Proof Housing for the Next Generation,' 'What Texas Can Teach Us About Solving America's Housing Crisis,' and 'Unlocking Supply: Addressing the Missing ~4 Million Homes in America.'

Who are the key speakers at the Realtor.com housing crisis panels?

Key speakers include Kirk Watson (Austin Mayor), Graeme Waitzkin (ICON COO), John Ho (Landsea Homes CEO), Danielle Hale (Realtor.com Chief Economist), and Mary K. Cunningham (Urban Institute SVP).

How can people attend the Realtor.com SXSW 2025 housing panels?

Interested parties can RSVP by emailing press@realtor.com. Note that a SXSW badge is required for the March 10 event at Thompson Hotel.