NAR passes proposals to encourage MLS data sharing statewide
Aiming to compete with search portals, NAR will create a toolkit with resources, best practices and case studies that MLSs will be able to use if they choose to share listing data within a state
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 18
37% of real estate agents couldn’t pay rent in October
Rent delinquencies surged in October compared to one month prior as the housing market continues to struggle with high mortgage rates, according to a new survey
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 17
NAR leaders must undergo sexual harassment, diversity training
The trade group's board of directors also passed policies on nepotism and on a process for removing National Association of Realtors officers
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 17
Homebuyer demand picks up again as mortgage rates retreat below 7%
While purchase loan applications were up 4% week over week, there's still 'very little refinance incentive with rates so much higher than last year,' MBA forecaster says
by Matt Carter Nov 16
NAR votes to end use of the term 'handicap' in Realtor Code of Ethics
The highest governing bodies of the National Association of Realtors have amended the Realtor Code of Ethics to replace references to 'handicap,' considered offensive by many, with 'disability'
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 14
NAR incentives plan for MLSs, local Realtors goes back to drawing board
On Monday, the National Association of Realtors' board approved every proposal except one that would have created a program to incentivize local associations and Realtor-affiliated MLSs
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 14
NAR chief economist expects price of office space and apartments to dip
Lawrence Yun expects employees to spend 25% to 35% less time in the office, keeping downward pressure on office rent. The multifamily sector also saw prices drop with high borrowing rates
by Taylor Anderson Nov 14
Proptechs iGuide, HouseLens enter into software collaboration
Digital marketing and a compelling online presence will be more important than ever, especially on mobile devices, according to a new National Association of Realtors' report
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 14
NAR chief economist predicts 'strong rebound' in 2024
Lawrence Yun said home prices will rise 1% and sales will dip 7% next year before recovering in 2024, in contrast to a Fannie Mae forecast last month that predicted falling prices next year
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 14
Political analysts at NAR: 'The politics of our country is broken'
Karl Rove, deputy chief of staff to President George W. Bush, and April Ryan, the longest-serving Black female White House correspondent, spoke at NAR's Legislative and Political forum
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 14
Lone Wolf launches Leads+, lands deal with The Keyes Company
The seller-centric addition to Lone Wolf's broad suite of business software intends to unearth and secure listing leads for its users, coming at a time when they need it most
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 11
In an era of divisiveness, be the brand to trust
TheSkimm co-founders Danielle Weisberg and Carly Zakin took to the virtual stage at the National Association of Realtors' annual conference, NAR NXT, on Friday
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 11
Annual home price gains fall to single digits in most markets: NAR
Annual home price growth fell from 14% in the second quarter to below 9%, according to the National Association of Realtors latest quarterly metro home price report, released Thursday
by Daniel Houston Nov 10
Tropical Storm Nicole plunges NAR conference guests into uncertainty
As Nicole carves its path, likely thousands of Realtors have had flights canceled and are unable to reschedule, waiting to see if their reservations hold or exploring travel alternatives
A misty forest
North Carolina regulators are investigating alleged predatory and deceptive practices by Florida-based MV Realty, which operates in 33 states and has more than 500 licensed agents