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NAR Names Revive the Winner of 2022 Pitch Battle Competition at iOi Summit

Revive Wins the 2022 iOi Pitch Battle Competition

2022 iOi Summit Pitch Battle Winner: Revive
Revive enables sellers to make practical, impactful home renovations in order to sell their property for more.
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Spencer High 202-383-1051
Technology

9/29/2022 3:30:03 PM
Pending Home Sales Dropped 2.0% in August

Pending Home Sales Dropped 2.0% in August

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August 2022 pending home sales were down 2.0% from July, and contract signings fell year-over-year by double-digit percentages in each U.S. region.

9/28/2022 8:30:08 AM
NAR Launches Tree Planting Initiative in Partnership with National Forest Foundation

NAR Launches Tree Planting Initiative

Row of trees ready to be planted
NAR will work with the National Forest Foundation to plant 1.5 million trees throughout the U.S. to represent NAR's more than 1.5 million...
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Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193

9/21/2022 8:56:11 PM
NAR President Participates in White House Meeting on Housing Supply and Affordability

NAR Participates in White House Housing Supply Meeting

The White House in Early Fall
NAR President Leslie Rouda Smith joined other housing industry leaders to discuss nonpartisan solutions to the nation's housing supply crisis.
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Tori Syrek

9/21/2022 12:19:46 PM
Existing-Home Sales Slipped 0.4% in August

Existing-Home Sales Slipped 0.4% in August

Southwestern home with cactus and blue sky
August 2022 existing-home sales were down 0.4% from July and 19.9% from one year ago, reflecting this year’s escalating mortgage rates.
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Troy Green 202-383-1042

9/21/2022 8:31:28 AM
Charitable Giving by REALTOR® Associations Jumped 20% Since 2020

Charitable Giving by REALTOR® Associations Up 20%

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The typical REALTOR® association donated more than $12,000 to their community last year, up from $10,000 in 2020.
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Spencer High 202-383-1051

9/14/2022 1:00:28 PM
NAR Announces 12 Tech Startups for Pitch Battle Competition at iOi Summit

12 Tech Startups Set for Pitch Battle at iOi Summit

Logo: 2022 iOi Summit Pitch Battle
NAR has announced the 12 companies that will participate in the iOi Summit's "Pitch Battle" competition from Sept. 28-29 in Los...
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Spencer High 202-383-1051
Technology

9/12/2022 1:58:29 PM
National Association of Realtors® Announces Partnership With PunchListUSA

NAR Announces Partnership With PunchListUSA

PunchListUSA Van
Under this agreement, NAR members will gain free access to PunchListUSA’s online repair estimates.
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Spencer High 202-383-1051

9/6/2022 10:03:04 AM
National Association of Realtors® Honors 2022 Good Neighbor Awards Finalists

NAR Honors 2022 Good Neighbor Awards Finalists

GNA Finalists 2022
The 2022 Good Neighbor Awards finalists have donated time, money, and passion to enrich the lives of people in their communities.
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Sara Geimer 312-329-8296, Spencer High 202-383-1051

8/31/2022 10:36:59 AM
REALTORS® Relief Foundation Announces $500,000 Relief Grant for Victims of St. Louis-Area Flooding

$500,000 RRF Relief Grant for St. Louis-Area Flooding

House with flooded front yard
Funds will be made available to the public to assist with disaster victims' housing payments.
Media Contact: 
Troy Green 202-383-1042

8/24/2022 1:50:25 PM

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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