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NAR Signs 100th Bilateral Partner; Increases Global Network
The National Association of Realtors® is pleased to announce a new bilateral agreement with the Syndicat National des Professionnels Immobiliers (SNPI) (Real Estate Professionals Trade Union), a French institution with over 8,000 members, expanding its network of business partnerships around the world
Existing-Home Sales Inch Back 0.4% in April
Existing-home sales saw a minor decline in April, continuing March’s drop in sales, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Two of the four major U.S. regions saw a slight dip in sales, while the West saw growth and the Midwest essentially bore no changes last month.
Second Century Ventures Announces 2019 Accelerator Class
Second Century Ventures, the strategic investment arm of the National Association of Realtors®, announced its 2019 REACH® Class today. REACH® is a growth technology accelerator program helping launch companies into the real estate
Affordability in the Top 10 Most Popular Markets for Millennials, According to NAR
A wide range of factors contribute to why millennials decide to move to certain areas, remain for an extended period or choose to relocate shortly after their arrival. Job market and affordability in the given location are two of the main reasons that impact millennials the most
Realtors® Report Value in Promoting Green Features in Both Residential and Commercial Listings
With Earth Day right around the corner, members of the National Association of Realtors® are doubling down on their commitment to promote environmentally friendly home features
Existing-Home Sales Slide 4.9% in March
Existing-home sales retreated in March, following February’s surge of sales, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Each of the four major U.S. regions saw a drop-off in sales
Realtors® Applaud Senate Confirmation of Mark Calabria to Lead FHFA
NAR President John Smaby issued the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm Dr. Mark Calabria as the next FHFA Director this afternoon. "The National Association of Realtors® applauds the U.S. Senate for today confirming Dr. Mark Calabria as the next Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING: Senators, Industry Leaders Comment on GSE Reform
As the Senate Banking Committee solicited feedback on Chairman Mike Crapo's plan to restructure America's housing finance system at multiple hearings last week, industry consensus surrounding the principles of reform began to emerge.
NAR President John Smaby issued the following statement after District Court of Columbia Judge...
One in six Gen Xers purchased a multi-generational home, overtaking younger boomers as the generation most likely to do so; with 52 percent of those Gen X buyers indicating that they did so because their adult children have either moved back or never left home.
Realtors® Denounce Federal Court Decision to Strike Down AHP Expansion
NAR President John Smaby issued the following statement after District Court of Columbia Judge John Bates struck down a Department of Labor attempt to expand association health plans earlier this week.
Realtors® Respond as Trump White House Calls for Plan to End Conservatorship
This week, the Senate Banking Committee advanced conservations on GSE reform by welcoming various housing industry leaders to testify before their committee, including NAR President-Elect Vince Malta. Also on Wednesday, the White House announced that President Trump
Existing-Home Sales Surge 11.8 Percent in February
Existing-home sales rebounded strongly in February, experiencing the largest month-over-month gain since December 2015, according to the National Association of Realtors
Vast Majority Think 2019 First Quarter is Good Time to Buy Home, says Realtor®...
New findings from a National Association of Realtors® survey show that more Americans believe that now is a good time to purchase a home. Consumer opinions about home buying bounced back
More Than 80 Percent of Realtors® Say Staged Houses Help Buyers Visualize Them as...
As the spring home buying season kicks off, a new survey from the National Association of Realtors® shows that 83 percent of buyers' agents say that staging
National Association of Realtors® continues push for long-term NFIP reauthorization and reform
This morning, a representative from the National Association of Realtors® testified to the House Financial Service Committee during its hearing, " Preparing for the Storm: Reauthorization
Majority of Real Estate Firms Remain Optimistic, Evolving Technology Remains a Challenge
The evolving technological landscape, competition from nontraditional market participants and housing affordability continue to be among the biggest
National Association of Realtors® Builds Marketing and Creative Capabilities
The National Association of Realtors® announced today two new additions to a newly integrated marketing communications team to increase member engagement
Pending Home Sales Jump 4.6 Percent in January
Pending home sales rebounded strongly in January, according to the National Association of Realtors®. All four major regions saw growth last month, including the largest surge in the South.
National Association of Realtors® Unveils “That’s Who We R®,” a Campaign to Distinguish Realtors®...
While many people know that a Realtor® helps buy and sell homes, what they may not know is that only a Realtor® is a member of the National Association of Realtors® and subscribes
National Association of Realtors® Announces New Technology Team Leader
The National Association of Realtors® announced today that Glenn Shimkus has been named vice president of strategy & innovation, effective immediately. Shimkus will work to establish
