{"id":314666,"date":"2026-02-05T12:54:56","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T17:54:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bhgrelife.com\/bhgrelife\/?p=314666"},"modified":"2026-09-14T12:56:51","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T16:56:51","slug":"bhgre-press-highlights-jan-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/bhgre-press-highlights-jan-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Press Highlights: Recent Must-Read Stories"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate continue to make news across the industry, with recent coverage spotlighting our leadership, affiliates, trends and market insights. Here\u2019s a look at the latest headlines.<\/p>\n

\u201cI want to be with Goliath\u201d: Why BHGRE Paracle\u2019s Founders Bet Big on Brand Power<\/a><\/p>\n

HousingWire<\/i><\/p>\n

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Paracle has grown from a small Charlotte brokerage into 400-agent firm, expanding across the Carolinas. Leaders Lucas Mudrey and Tony Hanson credit brand partnership, recruiting, acquisitions and agent development, recently signing an early 10-year BHGRE renewal while targeting $3 billion in sales.<\/p>\n

Featuring: Lucas Mudrey and Tony Hanson, Co-Owners, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Paracle<\/p>\n

Texas Power Brokerage Renews Contract with BHGRE<\/a><\/p>\n

Inman<\/i><\/p>\n

January set off a real estate shuffle, with leading teams and brokers setting their alliances with new (or former) brands. However, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate has focused on retaining its top-shelf talent, signing a second long-term renewal in the past two weeks \u2014 this time with BHGRE Gary Greene.<\/p>\n

Featuring: Mark Woodroof, Owner & CEO, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene<\/p>\n

Buying a House from Family? Here\u2019s the Advice an Agent Wants You to Hear First<\/a><\/p>\n

BHG.com<\/i> \u2013 Ask an Agent<\/p>\n

While often convenient, there are some issues that can occur in a family-to-family transaction. Discover what a real estate agent says about this specific home-buying situation.<\/p>\n

Featuring: Kevin Clark, Broker\/Owner, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Dream Partners<\/p>\n

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Winans Opens San Antonio Office<\/a><\/p>\n

San Antonio Business Journal<\/i><\/p>\n

After closing more than 260 transactions in San Antonio throughout 2025, this Texas-based brokerage is making its official market entry with a location chosen for its access to established schools and major corridors.<\/p>\n

Featuring: Mark McDonough, Owner, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Winans<\/p>\n

Homebuying Power Improves as Prices Cool, Inventory Expands<\/a><\/p>\n

HousingWire<\/i><\/p>\n

U.S. housing affordability is improving as price growth stalls, inventory rises nearly 10% and homes sit longer on the market. More price cuts and fewer bidding wars are giving buyers leverage, even with mortgage rates still elevated. Gains vary by market, but conditions are notably better than a year ago.<\/p>\n

Featuring: Josh McGrath, Broker\/Owner, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central<\/p>\n

Reno Real Estate Trends Heading Into 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

FoxReno<\/p>\n

Bryan Drakulich with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Drakulich Realty joined Kim Burrows to talk about recent trends in the market in Reno and what it means for buyers and sellers.<\/p>\n

Featuring: Bryan Drakulich, Broker\/Owner, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Drakulich Realty<\/p>\n

2026 Design Trends Moving Real Estate Report Coverage:<\/b><\/p>\n

Mushroom Neutral Paint \u2013 2026\u2019s Hot Interior Color Trend<\/a><\/p>\n

Forbes<\/i><\/p>\n

Interior design has turned soulful with its latest go-to paint color: mushroom neutrals. The earthy tones shift beautifully with light, and make rooms feel instantly elevated.<\/p>\n

6 Must-Know Real Estate Trends for 2026, According to Buyers and Agents<\/a><\/p>\n

BHG.com<\/i><\/p>\n

The real estate landscape is shifting in 2026, and if you\u2019re looking to buy or sell, it\u2019s important to stay on top of what\u2019s valuable in a house. Whether it\u2019s the new definition of \u201cstarter home\u201d or the psychology behind a room\u2019s paint colors, real estate trends are the key to a house that sells.<\/p>\n

Why Designers Are Ditching \u2018Dopamine Decor\u2019 For Warm Neutrals<\/a><\/p>\n

Forbes<\/i><\/p>\n

From millennial gray to sad beige, neutrals have evolved. Now warm tones like terra cotta and dusty pink are replacing dopamine decor\u2019s bold hues.<\/p>\n

Ginger Wilcox on Design Trends Shaping Real Estate<\/a><\/p>\n

RealTrending Podcast<\/i><\/p>\n

In this episode of RealTrending, Ginger Wilcox, the president of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, discusses the latest design trends in real estate and their impact on homebuyer behavior. She emphasizes the importance of emotional connections to design, the shift toward functionality in home layouts and the influence of social media on buyer expectations.<\/p>\n

9 Kitchen Colors to Choose to Boost Your Mood, According to Experts<\/a><\/p>\n

The Kitchn<\/i><\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve ever planned a kitchen renovation, or even added a little decor to refresh any space in your home, you know how important color can be \u2014 and that\u2019s especially true for homeowners. According to a recent 2026 study by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, \u201cColor is playing a bigger role than ever in how buyers connect with a home\u201d for this year. Findings show that wall color can elicit an emotional reaction that impacts how people truly feel in a space. And with kitchens as the heart of every home (and the most influential room in a house when it comes to resale value), it\u2019s important to choose your hues correctly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"