Tracey Velt is the Senior Director of Data and Content at HousingWire, where she leads editorial and sponsored research initiatives focused on the residential real estate and mortgage industries. With more than two decades of industry experience, she oversees the HousingWire Pulse Survey, develops in-depth trend analysis, and produces data-driven content that informs and engages the HousingWire community. Tracey also hosts the RealTrending podcast, where she interviews some of the industry’s most influential leaders and real estate agents to explore the business strategies, market shifts, and lessons shaping real estate today.
Tracey's career began at Florida Realtors, where she progressed to the position of Editor in Chief of Florida Realtor Magazine. In 2004, she transitioned to freelance writing and editing, providing specialized content services to the real estate industry. From 2005 to June 2023, Tracey was the Editorial Director at RealTrends, focusing on building a content strategy and relationships with industry executives. In 2023, Tracey moved to HousingWire with its acquisition of RealTrends and continues to be an expert in the residential real estate industry. Tracey earned her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Central Florida.