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WASHINGTON, D.C. - November 20, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Existing-home sales rose in October for the second straight month and are now above year-over-year levels for the first time in a year, according to the National Association of Realtors®.

CHICAGO - November 19, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Second Century Ventures, the strategic investment fund of the National Association of Realtors® , announced today that it is accepting applications for its 2015 REach® Accelerator program, now through January 30th, 2015. The nine-month program provides a unique opportunity for technology companies to get intense exposure into real estate, a market that represents more than $1 trillion in revenue, consists of more than 100,000 small- and medium-sized businesses and generates more than $12.5 billion in advertising spend in the U.S. each year

WASHINGTON - November 19, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Technology has transformed the way real estate professionals do business, and establishing an online presence is essential to connecting with and marketing to potential clients. To help members build and maintain their online identity, the National Association of Realtors® welcomes Placester, one of the largest providers of real estate websites in the world, to the REALTOR Benefits® Program. Through this strategic partnership, Placester is offering exclusive pricing and features on websites to NAR members as well as access to marketing programs and strategies to assist in revenue growth and lead generation.

WASHINGTON - November 18, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors^® President Chris Polychron:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - November 17, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Advances in mobile technology have the potential to radically change the ways consumers search for real estate online, according to a session at the 2014 REALTORS® Conference & Expo that peered into what can happen in the future regarding big data and real estate

NEW ORLEANS - November 7, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Existing-home sales are expected to be higher next year and prices will remain at a healthier level of growth that benefits both buyers and sellers, according to an economic forecast at a residential forum during the 2014 Realtors® Conference & Expo.

NEW ORLEANS - November 7, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Realtors® hold the key to homeownership for many consumers, but providing options for prospective homebuyers in rural areas is often more difficult due to a lack of affordable inventory and access to mortgage credit. To help homebuyers realize their dream of homeownership in less populated areas, U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Housing Service Administrator Tony Hernandez told Realtors® they can soon expect some changes that will simplify the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program.

NEW ORLEANS - November 7, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Shifting political dynamics and emerging technologies will have a significant impact on the business of real estate over the next 12 months and Realtors® are ready for the changes, said 2015 National Association of Realtors® President Chris Polychron at a news conference today during the 2014 Realtors® Conference & Expo.

NEW ORLEANS - November 7, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- The housing market has rebounded dramatically from the weak prices and record low sales activity seen in 2010, which was the last time Realtors® were in New Orleans for the REALTORS® Conference & Expo, here through November 10.

NEW ORLEANS - November 6, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Though she has lived her entire life in the area, Quenetria Harris has never had the chance to own her own home. Today she and her three-year-old son Ja’kyi are one step closer to that goal, thanks to her hard work and some help from the National Association of Realtors® and New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity.

NEW ORLEANS - November 6, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Home prices showed continued growth in a majority of metropolitan areas in the third quarter, but all four major regions saw increases at or below 5 percent from a year ago, according to the latest quarterly report by the National Association of Realtors

WASHINGTON, D.C. - November 3, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Despite an improving job market and low interest rates, the share of first-time buyers fell to its lowest point in nearly three decades and is preventing a healthier housing market from reaching its full potential, according to an annual survey released today by the National Association of Realtors®. The survey additionally found that an overwhelming majority of buyers search for homes online and then purchase their home through a real estate agent.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - October 27, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Pending home sales rose slightly in September and are now above year-over-year levels for the first time in 11 months, according to the National Association of Realtors®.

WASHINGTON (October 21, 2014) –- October 21, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- After a modest decline last month, existing-home sales bounced back in September to their highest annual pace of the year, according to the

WASHINGTON - October 21, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Steve Brown:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - October 8, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Real estate firms are confident about the future growth and profitably of their industry, according to the 2014 National Association of Realtors® Profile of Real Estate Firms.

WASHINGTON - October 2, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Pending home sales slowed modestly in August but contract signings remain at their second-highest level over the past year, according to the National Association of Realtors®. All major regions experienced declines except for the West, which rose for the fourth consecutive month

WASHINGTON - October 2, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- For the past 15 years, the Good Neighbor Awards program has honored Realtors® who volunteer their time and energy to help strengthen their communities and better the lives of their neighbors. The five individuals recognized as this year’s REALTOR® Magazine Good Neighbor Awards winners exemplify Realtors®’ commitment to serving their communities and helping the underprivileged

WASHINGTON, D.C. - September 22, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- After four consecutive months of gains, existing-home sales slipped in August as investors paying in cash retreated from the market, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Sales increases in the Northeast and Midwest were outweighed by declines in the South and West.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - September 18, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- National Association of Realtors® President Steve Brown delivered remarks about the ongoing obstacles to mortgage credit facing creditworthy buyers today at the Bipartisan Policy Center’s 2014 Housing Summit, Housing America’s Future: New Directions for National Policy.