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NAR Applauds Two Supreme Court Rulings Upholding Property Rights

Two Supreme Court Rulings Uphold Property Rights

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The Supreme Court ruled in favor of property rights in Tyler v. Hennepin County and Sackett v. EPA.
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Tori Syrek
Land Use & Property Rights, Clean Water Act, Water Rights & Resource Issues

5/25/2023 1:33:02 PM
Pending Home Sales Recorded No Change in April

Pending Home Sales Recorded No Change in April

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Three U.S. regions posted monthly gains in pending sales in April 2023; the Northeast posted a decrease. All regions saw year-over-year declines.
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Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178

5/25/2023 8:28:33 AM
Second Century Ventures Opens Applications for 2024 REACH Canada Real Estate Technology Program

2024 REACH Canada Applications Open

Logo: REACH Canada
The mission of NAR's global REACH program is to select and accelerate the most promising technology companies in real estate and adjacent...
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Spencer High 202-383-1051

5/19/2023 1:59:44 PM
Existing-Home Sales Faded 3.4% in April

Existing-Home Sales Faded 3.4% in April

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Existing-home sales decreased in April 2023, with all four major U.S. regions registering month-over-month and year-over-year sales declines.
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Troy Green 202-383-1042

5/18/2023 8:27:34 AM
NAR President Testifies About New Mortgage Fees Before Congressional Panel

NAR President Testifies About New Mortgage Fees

NAR 2022 President Kenny Parcell
Parcell said the fees were unnecessary and confusing, and potential homebuyers face a lack of affordability and supply in the current housing market.
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Tori Syrek
Mortgage Financing

5/17/2023 2:50:22 PM
NAR Invites Tech Startups to Apply for iOi Summit Pitch Battle Competition

Call to Apply for iOi Summit Pitch Battle Competition

Logo: 2023 iOi Summit Pitch Battle
The Pitch Battle competition is an opportunity for real estate technology startups to showcase their company and technologies.
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Spencer High 202-383-1051
Real Estate Technology

5/12/2023 1:53:04 PM
NAR Welcomes FHFA's Cancellation of August 1 LLPA Fee Increase

FHFA Rescinds August 1 LLPA Fee Increase

NAR 2022 President Kenny Parcell
NAR applauds the FHFA for listening to the industry’s concerns by choosing to drop this fee on borrowers with higher debt-to-income ratios.
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Tori Syrek
Financing & Credit

5/10/2023 12:16:44 PM
Tech Leaders Share Insights at 2023 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings

Tech Leaders Share Insights on Real Estate Tools

Glenn Shimkus, President of Prisidio, speaking at the 2023 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings
Speakers at the 2023 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings discussed existing innovations and trends to help real estate agents level up their businesses.
Media Contact: 
Spencer High 202-383-1051
Real Estate Technology

5/10/2023 8:47:09 AM
Fed's Recent Rate Hike was Unnecessary says NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun

NAR Chief Economist Says Fed's Rate Hike Unnecessary

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun speaking at the May 9 Residential Economic Issues & Trends Forum
Yun discussed recent developments in the U.S. economy and their impact on the housing market at the 2023 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings.
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Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178
Residential Real Estate

5/9/2023 4:22:16 PM
NAR Chief Economist Offers Commercial Real Estate Market Forecast

NAR Chief Economist Offers Commercial Forecast

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun and panel at the May 9, 2023 Commercial Economic Issues & Trends Forum
Lawrence Yun emphasized challenges facing the commercial real estate market caused by tightening lending policies among many small and regional banks.
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Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193
Commercial & Investment Real Estate, Multifamily Properties, Retail Properties, Office Property, Industrial & Warehouse

5/9/2023 10:16:45 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