Agent Confidence Index Inman | Darryl Davis

Why This Index Matters

The real estate industry didn’t simply change in 2025 — it recalibrated.

New rules, shifting buyer behavior, pricing pressure, commission uncertainty, and uneven inventory reshaped how agents worked, planned, and positioned themselves for the future.

What was missing was clarity.

Not commentary. Not prediction. A clear benchmark showing how agents actually experienced the year — and how they’re approaching what comes next.

The 2026 Agent Confidence Index™ was created to provide that perspective, based entirely on responses from agents navigating these changes in real time.

What the Data Reveals

Where Agent Confidence Shifted

Confidence did not move evenly across the business. Listings, buyers, income stability, and overall outlook showed clear divergence — revealing where momentum held and where pressure intensified.

The Pressures Agents Felt Most

Agents consistently cited a small set of challenges that limited progress throughout 2025, offering a clearer picture of what created hesitation, friction, and stalled growth.

How Prepared Agents Feel for What’s Next

Responses reveal how ready agents feel for new rules, expectations, and structural shifts — and where uncertainty still lingers heading into 2026.

What Sets Higher Performers Apart

Distinct confidence patterns emerged among higher-performing agents, highlighting differences in outlook, decision-making, and readiness compared to the broader agent population.

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The Results Are In.

A national snapshot of agent confidence at the close of 2025 — and how they feel about 2026.