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WASHINGTON (May 23, 2013) – Realtors® who practice commercial real estate have reported an increase in annual gross income for the third year in a row, signaling the market is on the road to recovery. According to the National Association of Realtors® 2013 Commercial Member Profile, transactions and sales volume have also increased since last year.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 22, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Existing-home sales rose in April but remain below underlying demand because of limited inventory and tight credit, according to the National Association of Realtors®. All regions are showing strong price gains from a year ago.

WASHINGTON, DC - May 20, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The shape of homeownership and housing markets has changed dramatically over time and will continue to change in the face of new housing opportunities and challenges. That’s according to panelists at the “Challenges and Opportunities in Housing and Homeownership” session today during the Realtors® 2013 Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo here.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 17, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Technology plays a vital role in today’s society and is transforming the way Realtors® do business. That’s according to Curt Beardsley, vice president of product marketing for realtor.com®, who shared his perspective on the growing mobile technology environment at the “Industry, Technology and Vision” forum during the Realtors® Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 17, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Realtors® who specialize in commercial real estate expressed optimism and confidence in the market during a forum at the Realtors® Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo. Despite a slow turning economy, commercial practitioners believe the market is not only better off than it was a year ago, but also will continue to improve.

WASHINGTON, DC - May 17, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Changes are coming to the critically important National Flood Insurance Program that could impact real estate transactions and property owners across the country. That’s according to experts from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, which manages the government’s flood insurance program, who spoke to Realtors^®

WASHINGTON, DC - May 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- As the real estate market continues to show signs of improvement and consumers grow more optimistic, a young class of Realtors^® is ready to embark on a new era of real estate. This year’s Realtor^® Magazine “30 Under 30” honorees have not been deterred by a challenging and competitive market. Instead they have developed innovative and groundbreaking skills to create their own pathways to success.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have implemented policies to expedite the short sales process, including new resources to help determine property values, according to panelists at a property valuation forum during the

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- New regulations and future reforms to financial markets will have broad implications for housing, mortgage markets and homeownership. That’s according to industry insiders at the “Regulatory Issues Forum –Will Federal Regulators Shape the Future of Mortgage Finance?” session today during the Realtors® Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 14, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Experts applauded Realtors® for their commitment to keeping housing a top priority for the nation and staying engaged in the debate over future housing policies at today’s Legislative and Political Forum during the Realtors® 2013 Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 14, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Realtors® from across the nation will be meeting with regulators, lawmakers and industry leaders in Washington this week to address critical real estate issues affecting individuals, communities, and the nation as the Realtors® Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo begins. More than 9,000 Realtors® and guests are expected to attend the meetings, which will run here through May 18.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 14, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The business activity and income of Realtors® are up for the second year in a row following nine years of decline, according to the 2013 National Association of Realtors® Member Profile.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 9, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Metropolitan area median home prices continued to rise in the first quarter, with the national gain showing the best year-over-year performance in over seven years, according to the latest quarterly report by the National Association of Realtors®. A companion breakout of income requirements to purchase a median-priced home on a metro basis shows the typical buyer earns roughly double the income needed to buy a home in his or her area.

WASHINGTON, DC - April 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Pending home sales increased in March and remain above year-ago levels, but contract activity in recent months shows only modest movement, according to the National Association of Realtors

WASHINGTON, DC - April 26, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- As Congress pursues comprehensive tax reform it should focus on doing no harm to housing and America’s 75 million homeowners by maintaining current tax laws for homeownership and real estate investment, the National Association of Realtors® said in testimony today.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 23, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- REALTOR® Magazine and the Good Neighbor Society have announced the recipients of the fifth annual Volunteering Works program, which matches Realtors® who work on small-scale charitable efforts with mentors and awards them grant money.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 22, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Flowers, trees, shrubbery, oh my! Spring is underway and for many it’s time to get outdoors and reconnect with nature. Gardening enthusiasts who want to deepen the shade of their green thumb can find helpful information and how-tos just a click away at the Landscaping and Gardening section of HouseLogic.com, the award-winning, comprehensive website for homeowners from the National Association of Realtors®.

WASHINGTON, DC - April 22, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Existing-home sales eased in March from inventory constraints, which continued to pressure home prices, according to the National Association of Realtors

WASHINGTON, DC - April 19, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Despite the digital age, open houses have remained one of the top resources for buyers when it comes to their home search process. This weekend buyers can get a jump on the spring buying season by visiting open houses in their area during Realtor® Nationwide Open House Weekend, organized by state and local Realtor® associations across the country. This Saturday and Sunday, April 20–21, Realtors® will host thousands of open houses, helping to successfully bring together home buyers and sellers.

WASHINGTON (April 9, 2013) – REach™ today named Treater as the seventh company to join its charter class. REach™ is an Accelerator program developed by Second Century Ventures, the strategic investment arm of the National Association of Realtors® to introduce innovative technology companies to the real estate marketplace. Treater joins BombBomb, Lumentus, Planwise, Reach150, Updater, and Workface, who were named to REach™ last month.