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Pending Home Sales Fell 1.5% in October

Pending Home Sales Fell 1.5% in October

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During October 2023, mortgage rates were at their highest, and contract signings for existing homes were at their lowest in more than 20 years.
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Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178

11/30/2023 8:21:53 AM
Existing-Home Sales Receded 4.1% in October

Existing-Home Sales Receded 4.1% in October

Gray-green house with lights on, blue sky
Prospective homebuyers experienced another difficult month due to lack of housing inventory and the highest mortgage rates in a generation.
Media Contact: 
Troy Green 202-383-1042

11/21/2023 8:25:11 AM
National Association of Realtors® Installs 2024 Leadership

National Association of REALTORS® Installs 2024 Leaders

NAR 2024 Leadership Team
Meet the 2024 NAR Leadership Team.
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Troy Green 202-383-1042

11/15/2023 12:24:17 PM
NAR Panel Discusses Multigenerational Housing Model as a Remedy for Housing Supply Shortages

NAR Panel Discusses Multigenerational Housing Model

Panel at the Regulatory Issues Forum, 2023 NAR NXT: The REALTOR® Experience
Multigenerational housing can be a model to help address housing supply shortages and growing homeownership gaps.
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Tori Syrek
Multifamily Housing Development & Insurance

11/16/2023 2:10:39 PM
NAR REALTOR Benefits® Partners Honored for Exceptional Service and Innovation

NAR REALTOR Benefits® Partners Honored

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NAR celebrated the achievements of its NAR REALTOR Benefits® partners with an awards ceremony at the 2023 NAR NXT, The Realtor® Experience.
Media Contact: 
Spencer High 202-383-1051

11/16/2023 7:52:21 AM
Experts Discuss Transformative Role of Artificial Intelligence in Real Estate

The Transformative Role of AI in Real Estate

Speakers at the Emerging Business and Technology Forum at 2023 NAR NXT: The REALTOR® Experience
Two sessions at NAR NXT: The REALTOR® Experience focused on how automation and AI is reshaping real estate marketing and operations.
Media Contact: 
Spencer High 202-383-1051
Real Estate Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Real Estate

11/15/2023 8:10:13 PM
NAR Chief Economist Says Commercial Real Estate Will Revitalize, Calls on Federal Reserve to Consider Cutting Interest Rates

NAR Chief Economist Calls on Fed to Cut Interest Rates

Panel at the Commercial Economic Issues & Trends Forum, 2023 NAR NXT: The REALTOR® Experience
There's tremendous difficulty in the commercial real estate market, with higher interest rates hindering borrowing and making refinancing costly.
Media Contact: 
Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178
Commercial & Investment Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate Lending, Financing & Credit

11/15/2023 8:25:46 PM
NAR Presents Realtor® Greg Herb With Distinguished Service Award

Distinguished Service Award Presented to Greg Herb

2023 NAR Distinguished Service Award Winner Greg Herb
Greg has had a tremendous impact on the real estate industry through his trailblazing accomplishments and service to his fellow REALTORS® nationwide.
Media Contact: 
Troy Green 202-383-1042

11/14/2023 1:19:37 PM
NAR Presents Realtor® Mike McGrew With Distinguished Service Award

Distinguished Service Award Presented to Mike McGrew

2023 NAR Distinguished Service Award Winner Mike McGrew
Mike's commitment to the local, state, and national levels of NAR and his charitable work epitomizes the Distinguished Service Award.
Media Contact: 
Troy Green 202-383-1042

11/14/2023 1:46:28 PM
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun Forecasts Existing Home Sales Will Rise by 13.5% Next Year and Mortgage Rates Will be Between 6-7% by Spring 2024

Forecast: Existing-Home Sales Will Rise 13.5% in 2024

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun at the Residential Economic Issues & Trends Forum
Elevated mortgage rates, high home prices and limited housing inventory are making the dream of homeownership difficult for Americans.
Media Contact: 
Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178
Financing & Credit, Residential Real Estate

11/15/2023 8:04:13 AM

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Cybersecurity and Real Estate

As more and more real estate transactions take place online and through email, it has become even more important for real estate professionals to implement best practices to stay cybersecure.

12/4/2017 12:35:49 PM
Saving for a Down Payment

Taking small steps such as giving up buying coffee or bringing a homemade lunch to work can help potential homebuyers put aside thousands without making huge lifestyle sacrifices

12/4/2017 12:23:10 PM
Clever Cures for the Worst of Winter

Cold weather can keep homeowners cooped up inside for months, so why not use that time to take on some quick and easy DIY home repairs.

12/4/2017 12:16:17 PM
Most Home Buyers Use Real Estate Agents

Buying a home is a significant financial transaction, and according to a new report from NAR, 87 percent of all buyers will use a real estate agent to help navigate it.

11/2/2017 11:12:52 AM
Do You Want a Career in Real Estate?

Flexible hours, interest in the industry, and working with people are reasons many REALTORS® were attracted to a career in real estate. People skills, self-motivation and negotiation skills were rated as the top traits needed for success.

11/2/2017 11:04:48 AM
These Myths Cost Homeowners Money

Homeowners are constantly on the lookout for clever hacks to make managing and cleaning a home easier, but some of these tricks may be costing them money in the long run.

11/2/2017 10:49:34 AM
Student Debt Holding Back Millennials

The typical millennial student loan debt load is $41,200, which is greater than their average annual income, $38,800. This has delayed several major financial and personal milestones, including buying a home. 

9/29/2017 3:33:53 PM
Remodeling Your Home, Love Your Home!

According to a new report from NAR, homeowners who complete a remodeling project are more satisfied with their home. 
 

9/29/2017 3:04:21 PM
Preparing for Winter in Fall

Autumn’s arrival means sweater weather, pumpkin flavored everything and getting the house ready for winter. Smart homeowners know that the perfect time to start preparing for cold weather is before the weather arrives.

9/29/2017 2:40:58 PM
Moving With Kids

Home buyers and sellers with children face a unique set of difficulties and stressors during the moving process.

9/1/2017 9:34:17 AM