Compared to one year ago, pending home sales increased in the Northeast but decreased in the Midwest, South and West.
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Consumers are seeing more choices, and affordability is improving due to lower interest rates.
August 22, 2024
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Troy Green 202-383-1042![Nykia Wright](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/nykia-social-1200x628.jpg?itok=zbvEV2Gl)
Under Wright’s leadership, NAR is sharpening its focus on its core mission of serving members, communicating more deliberately, and working to become a more agile organization.
August 19, 2024
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The practice changes follow NAR's Proposed Settlement Agreement to resolve claims brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions.
August 16, 2024
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Mantill Williams 202-383-1128![Street view of a suburban neighborhood Street view of a suburban neighborhood](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/street-view-suburban-neighborhood-GettyImages-76186774-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=Y89PDKXN)
Thirteen percent of the 223 tracked metro areas experienced double-digit price gains in Q2 2024, up from 15% in Q1 2024.
August 13, 2024
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Troy Green 202-383-1042![REACH](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/reach-us-primary-1300x867.jpg?itok=a03pACa_)
The selected companies offer solutions in hybrid office management, lowering carbon emissions, leveraging artificial intelligence and big data, and creating better fintech solutions to drive real estate transactions.
August 5, 2024
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Spencer High 202-383-1051![Workshop participant asking a question Workshop participant asking a question](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/workshop-participant-asking-a-question-gettyimages-1846580968-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=BjTs3ALV)
Twenty Realtors® from across the country have been chosen to participate in the 10-month program, which will prepare emerging state and local volunteers for future leadership positions at NAR.
August 1, 2024
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Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178![Two people reviewing a contract Two people reviewing a contract](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/two-people-reviewing-a-contract-gettyimages-2077560078-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=cnkNTcpy)
The practice changes following NAR’s Settlement Agreement to resolve claims brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions will be implemented across the country.
August 1, 2024
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Mantill Williams 202-383-1128![Row of painted townhomes Row of painted townhomes](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/row-of-painted-townhomes-gettyimages-2022762027-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=shaarF-u)
The rise in housing inventory is beginning to lead to more contract signings, less intense multiple offers, and buyers in a more favorable position.
July 31, 2024
Media Contact:
Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178![Handshake over a toy house and a contract Handshake over a toy house and a contract](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/handshake-over-a-toy-house-and-a-contract-gettyimages-1492473091-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=HC1ytexS)
The resources will help both REALTORS® and consumers as they navigate the changes required by NAR's March 15 settlement agreement.
July 30, 2024
Media Contact:
Suzanne Bouhia 202-383-1050