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Metro Areas See Solid Home-Price Growth, Some Markets Facing Affordability Issues
WASHINGTON - February 10, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- The lion’s share of metropolitan areas continued to experience strong year-over-year price growth in the fourth quarter, according to the latest quarterly report by the National Association of Realtors®. A companion metro area annual affordability report shows less favorable conditions, particularly in the West.
Realtors® Praise Senate Passage of Bill to Delay Flood Insurance Rate Increases
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 31, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Steve Brown:
The State of the Union is Getting Better for Homeownership
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 31, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Steve Brown: “NAR commends President Obama for highlighting two key policy reforms during his State of the Union address tonight that support the future of homeownership and the business of real estate
December Pending Home Sales Fall
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 30, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Pending home sales measurably dropped in December, with abnormal weather partly inhibiting home shopping in much of the U.S., according to the
Realtors® Optimistic as Senate Moves to Consider Flood Insurance Rate Relief Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 28, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Steve Brown:
December Existing-Home Sales Rise, 2013 Strongest in Seven Years
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 23, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) --– Existing-home sales edged up in December, sales for all of 2013 were the highest since 2006, and median prices maintained strong growth, according to the National Association of Realtors
Realtors® Rate Exterior Replacement Projects Among Most Valuable Home Improvements
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 17, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- A home’s curb appeal is crucial because it can be the first thing buyers notice about a home. That’s why Realtors® rated exterior projects among the most valuable home improvement projects in the 2014 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report
REALTOR® Magazine Seeks Entries for 2014 Volunteering Works Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 14, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Realtors® are not only strong advocates for homeownership, but also for their communities, and many contribute countless hours of their time to enhance the lives of others. For six years now, Realtor® Magazine’s Good Neighbor Society has helped Realtors® expand and develop their charitable efforts through the Volunteering Works Grant and Mentoring Program. The program, which assigns expert mentors to Realtors® who want to expand their community service outreach, is now seeking entries
Realtors® Support FHFA Decision to Delay Fannie, Freddie Fee Increases
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 9, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- “Realtors® applaud the decision by Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Mel Watt to delay increases in guarantee fees on loans purchased by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. In a September 2013 letter, NAR called on FHFA to refrain from changing its fee structure until completing an analysis to determine the effectiveness of its fee pricing policy at bringing private enterprise back into the market.
NAR Extends Alliance with Chrysler Group LLC
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 8, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Part of the cost of doing business as a real estate agent is spending a considerable amount of time driving from one property to another to assist clients. To help members who are always on the go, the National Association of Realtors® is pleased to announce a two-year extension of its agreement with Chrysler Group LLC, as NAR’s official automobile manufacturer through the REALTOR Benefits® Program.
NAR Announces Opening of Applications for Strategic Technology Accelerator, REach™
CHICAGO - January 8, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- REach, the strategic accelerator for technology startups created and managed by the National Association of Realtors®’ investment fund, Second Century Ventures, announced the opening of applications to join its 2014 class. The deadline to apply for the 2014 program is March 1. The program runs from April through the Realtors® Conference & Expo in November, where participating companies will be showcased at the industry’s largest gathering.
Realtors®, CFPB to Monitor Impacts of New Mortgage Rule
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 8, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- New mortgage lending rules to protect consumers from risky loan products will take effect this Friday, and Realtors® will be on the front lines as homebuyers access safer mortgages that meet strong underwriting standards, said Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Richard Cordray at an event held today by the National Association of Realtors®
Pending Home Sales Edge Up in November
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 01, 2014 - (RealEstateRama) -- Pending home sales stabilized in November with a slight gain, according to the National Association...
Existing-Home Sales Decline in November, but Strong Price Gains Continue
WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 19, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Existing-home sales fell in November, although median prices continue to show strong year-over-year growth, according to the National Association of Realtors
NAR Praises Positive Federal Housing Administration Actuarial Review
WASHINGTON (December 13, 2013) - December 16, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Steve Brown: “NAR is a strong supporter of the Federal Housing Administration and its vital role in the mortgage marketplace.
Realtors® Applaud DeMarco for Heeding Warnings, Leaving GSE Loan Limits As Is
WASHINGTON, D.C. - November 27, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Steve Brown: “Realtors® welcome today’s announcement from the Federal Housing Finance Agency that the current limits on conforming loans will remain in effect until further notice.
October Pending Home Sales Down Again, but Expected to Level Out
WASHINGTON - November 25, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Although conditions were mixed across the country, pending home sales continued to move lower in October, marking the fifth consecutive monthly decline, according to the National Association of Realtors
Modest Growth Seen in Commercial Real Estate Markets
WASHINGTON, D.C. - November 22, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Commercial real estate leasing patterns are showing steady but modest growth, according to the National Association of Realtors® quarterly commercial real estate forecast.
Realtors® Support Revamped Mortgage Disclosure Form
WASHINGTON, D.C. - November 21, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Steve Brown
Realtors® Demand Immediate Relief for Homeowners Impacted by Unforeseen and Exponential Increases in Flood...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - November 20, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Homeowners across the country should not be forced to pay for the sudden and dramatic flood insurance premium increases that are the unintended consequence of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012, insisted the National Association of Realtors® today in testimonybefore the U.S. House Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance.
