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

Core Insights - The U.S. is facing a significant housing crisis with an estimated shortage of approximately 4 million homes, leading to intense competition and high costs for buyers [1] - Realtor.com® is organizing three panels at SXSW to address the inventory crunch and explore potential solutions for the future of housing [1] Event Details - The event will take place on March 8 and March 10, 2025, at two different locations in Austin, Texas [2] - A meet and greet reception will be held on both days, with RSVP details provided for attendees [2] Speaker Lineup - Notable speakers include Kirk Watson (Mayor of Austin), Graeme Waitzkin (COO of ICON), John Ho (CEO of Landsea Homes), and Danielle Hale (Chief Economist at Realtor.com®) among others [4] - The panels will cover topics such as future-proof housing, lessons from Texas on solving the housing crisis, and addressing the missing homes in America [4] Company Background - Realtor.com® has been a pioneer in the digital real estate marketplace for over 25 years, providing resources for consumers and professionals to navigate the housing market [3] - The platform aims to empower users by breaking down barriers and offering expert insights and guidance [3]