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Here's where economists think the housing market is headed

Housing market may revive with expected mortgage rate cuts and job growth, leading to increased home sales by 9% in 2025 and 13% in 2026.

Home sales rise at fastest pace since March - but market set for worst year since 1995

Home sales increased in November, reaching their fastest pace since March 2023 despite higher mortgage rates.

Sales of Existing Homes Jump to Their Highest Level Since March in Pre-Holiday Surge

Home sales experienced a significant increase in November, indicating a recovery in the housing market as more buyers entered.

Pending home sales plunge to lowest level since pandemic began

High interest rates lead to a significant drop in US home purchase contract signings, with April levels at the lowest since the pandemic's onset.

Here's where economists think the housing market is headed

Housing market may revive with expected mortgage rate cuts and job growth, leading to increased home sales by 9% in 2025 and 13% in 2026.

Home sales rise at fastest pace since March - but market set for worst year since 1995

Home sales increased in November, reaching their fastest pace since March 2023 despite higher mortgage rates.

Sales of Existing Homes Jump to Their Highest Level Since March in Pre-Holiday Surge

Home sales experienced a significant increase in November, indicating a recovery in the housing market as more buyers entered.

Pending home sales plunge to lowest level since pandemic began

High interest rates lead to a significant drop in US home purchase contract signings, with April levels at the lowest since the pandemic's onset.
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#real-estate-trends

More single women are buying homes than single men. 3 women share why they chose to pursue homeownership solo.

Single women in the US represent 20% of homebuyers in 2024, significantly outpacing single men at 8%.

Homeowners have gained almost $150K in wealth over the past 5 years

Homeowners have gained significant equity, averaging $147,000 over the past five years, indicating a stable housing market.

More single women are buying homes than single men. 3 women share why they chose to pursue homeownership solo.

Single women in the US represent 20% of homebuyers in 2024, significantly outpacing single men at 8%.

Homeowners have gained almost $150K in wealth over the past 5 years

Homeowners have gained significant equity, averaging $147,000 over the past five years, indicating a stable housing market.
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#civil-rights

NAR faces new suit alleging antitrust violations, discrimination

NAR faces allegations of discriminatory practices and antitrust violations harming minority real estate professionals.

NAR seeks dismissal of Muhammad antitrust suit

NAR focuses on a Pennsylvania antitrust lawsuit after contesting a similar claim in Michigan, seeking dismissal based on lack of factual support.

NAR faces new suit alleging antitrust violations, discrimination

NAR faces allegations of discriminatory practices and antitrust violations harming minority real estate professionals.

NAR seeks dismissal of Muhammad antitrust suit

NAR focuses on a Pennsylvania antitrust lawsuit after contesting a similar claim in Michigan, seeking dismissal based on lack of factual support.
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#american-property-owners-alliance

NYT investigation: NAR's nonprofit funds conservative groups

The American Property Owners Alliance primarily funds Republican causes despite its stated mission to advocate for all property owners.

Realtors' Nonprofit Is Politically Motivated, Some Say

The National Association of Realtors maintains political influence through a PAC while its nonprofit subsidiary appears to favor conservative agendas.

NYT investigation: NAR's nonprofit funds conservative groups

The American Property Owners Alliance primarily funds Republican causes despite its stated mission to advocate for all property owners.

Realtors' Nonprofit Is Politically Motivated, Some Say

The National Association of Realtors maintains political influence through a PAC while its nonprofit subsidiary appears to favor conservative agendas.
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#real-estate

Buying a house just got more complicated. Here's what you should (and shouldn't) do when working with a broker

A new NAR settlement complicates home buying, requiring buyers to sign contracts before showings.

Defendants seek dismissal of Homie's antitrust lawsuit

Homie Technologies claims anticompetitive practices by NAR and major brokerages harmed its competitive ability, seeking damages in an antitrust suit.

Real estate fees settlement created 'a new competitive ballgame,' expert says. Here's what buyers, sellers need to know

The NAR settlement ends obligatory commission offers for buyer and seller agents, shifting negotiation power to buyers and sellers.

NAR faces another antitrust complaint over membership structure

The antitrust issues for the National Association of Realtors continue, highlighted by a lawsuit claiming illegal tying agreements and monopolistic practices.

Realtors are fighting over hidden listings. Their battle could make it harder to find a home.

Real estate listings are battling for control amid calls for changes to MLS rules that dictate marketing practices.

Real estate agent commission rules change Saturday. Here's what you need to know

Changes to real estate agent commissions on August 17 could lower costs for consumers, but create uncertainty among agents, buyers, and sellers.

Buying a house just got more complicated. Here's what you should (and shouldn't) do when working with a broker

A new NAR settlement complicates home buying, requiring buyers to sign contracts before showings.

Defendants seek dismissal of Homie's antitrust lawsuit

Homie Technologies claims anticompetitive practices by NAR and major brokerages harmed its competitive ability, seeking damages in an antitrust suit.

Real estate fees settlement created 'a new competitive ballgame,' expert says. Here's what buyers, sellers need to know

The NAR settlement ends obligatory commission offers for buyer and seller agents, shifting negotiation power to buyers and sellers.

NAR faces another antitrust complaint over membership structure

The antitrust issues for the National Association of Realtors continue, highlighted by a lawsuit claiming illegal tying agreements and monopolistic practices.

Realtors are fighting over hidden listings. Their battle could make it harder to find a home.

Real estate listings are battling for control amid calls for changes to MLS rules that dictate marketing practices.

Real estate agent commission rules change Saturday. Here's what you need to know

Changes to real estate agent commissions on August 17 could lower costs for consumers, but create uncertainty among agents, buyers, and sellers.
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Chauffeured Cars and Broadway Tickets: Inside the National Realtors Group

The National Association of Realtors is characterized by a culture of extravagant perks and compensation for its leadership.

Despite everything, NAR hasn't lost many members (and its budget reflects that)

NAR remains financially stable despite projected membership decline, maintaining reserves and avoiding dues increases.
#consumer-protection

California Realtors accused of creating anti-consumer' forms

The U.S. Justice Department is investigating the California Association of Realtors' contracts due to anti-consumer provisions and complexity issues.

Kevin Sears looks backward as he discusses NAR's vision for 2025

NAR is drawing inspiration from its history to navigate future challenges and prioritize consumer protection for 2025.

California Realtors accused of creating anti-consumer' forms

The U.S. Justice Department is investigating the California Association of Realtors' contracts due to anti-consumer provisions and complexity issues.

Kevin Sears looks backward as he discusses NAR's vision for 2025

NAR is drawing inspiration from its history to navigate future challenges and prioritize consumer protection for 2025.
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#supreme-court

NAR petitions Supreme Court over DOJ probe

NAR is appealing to the Supreme Court regarding the DOJ's investigation into its practices, impacting regulations on real estate transparency.

NAR will appeal DOJ probe to Supreme Court

NAR plans to appeal the D.C. Circuit Court decision allowing the DOJ to continue its investigation into the organization's practices.

NAR petitions Supreme Court over DOJ probe

NAR is appealing to the Supreme Court regarding the DOJ's investigation into its practices, impacting regulations on real estate transparency.

NAR will appeal DOJ probe to Supreme Court

NAR plans to appeal the D.C. Circuit Court decision allowing the DOJ to continue its investigation into the organization's practices.
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#homeownership

Katie Johnson set to resign as NAR's chief legal officer

Katie Johnson is resigning as chief legal officer of NAR after 17 years, with her last day on October 4.

Latinos, Asian Americans see biggest homeownership gains

Homeownership rates for Hispanic, Black, and Asian Americans grew despite high interest rates.
White Americans still have the highest ownership rates, but Asians and Hispanics had the largest gains.

Katie Johnson set to resign as NAR's chief legal officer

Katie Johnson is resigning as chief legal officer of NAR after 17 years, with her last day on October 4.

Latinos, Asian Americans see biggest homeownership gains

Homeownership rates for Hispanic, Black, and Asian Americans grew despite high interest rates.
White Americans still have the highest ownership rates, but Asians and Hispanics had the largest gains.
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#mortgage-rates

Weekly Mortgage Rates Cool; Metro Home Prices Hit Record Highs

Mortgage rates are stabilizing, but home prices are still increasing, challenging prospective buyers.
Home prices have increased nearly 31% over the last five years, with significant regional variations.

Pending home sales rise slightly but continue to muddle along

Pending home sales saw a slight rise in August, yet remain near record lows year-over-year.
Lower mortgage rates have improved housing affordability, influencing contract signings positively.

Pending home sales rose 8.3 percent in December as mortgage rates softened

Pending home sales increased 8.3% in December as home buyers took advantage of lower mortgage rates.
The Midwest, South, and West saw gains in home buying activity, while the Northeast declined compared to the previous year.

Weekly Mortgage Rates Cool; Metro Home Prices Hit Record Highs

Mortgage rates are stabilizing, but home prices are still increasing, challenging prospective buyers.
Home prices have increased nearly 31% over the last five years, with significant regional variations.

Pending home sales rise slightly but continue to muddle along

Pending home sales saw a slight rise in August, yet remain near record lows year-over-year.
Lower mortgage rates have improved housing affordability, influencing contract signings positively.

Pending home sales rose 8.3 percent in December as mortgage rates softened

Pending home sales increased 8.3% in December as home buyers took advantage of lower mortgage rates.
The Midwest, South, and West saw gains in home buying activity, while the Northeast declined compared to the previous year.
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New California law limits homebuyer agent contracts to 90 days

California now limits homebuyer-agent contracts to 90 days to protect consumers amid changes in the real estate commission structure.

Alabama Realtors ask NAR to decouple association memberships

The Alabama Association of Realtors seeks flexibility in membership levels, allowing members to choose local, state, or national associations freely.
#sales-commission

Five Ways Buying and Selling a House Could Change

A settlement alters the traditional 6 percent sales commission in U.S. real estate, shifting the responsibility and potentially reducing the commission rates internationally.

Powerful Realtor Group Agrees to Slash Commissions to Settle Lawsuits

Elimination of 6% sales commission in the real estate industry
Significant impact expected on U.S. housing market

Five Ways Buying and Selling a House Could Change

A settlement alters the traditional 6 percent sales commission in U.S. real estate, shifting the responsibility and potentially reducing the commission rates internationally.

Powerful Realtor Group Agrees to Slash Commissions to Settle Lawsuits

Elimination of 6% sales commission in the real estate industry
Significant impact expected on U.S. housing market
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LA Antitrust Lawsuit Targets NAR, Local Brokerages

Antitrust lawsuits targeting residential players have reached Los Angeles, with local branches of the National Association of Realtors and various brokerages named as defendants.
Plaintiffs in the case claim that NAR practices hinder innovation and entry by new, lower-cost real estate brokerage service providers, and that its policies keep buyer broker commission at artificially high levels.

Serene Smith leaves COO role at RE/MAX

Executive changes at RE/MAX include Serene Smith transitioning to a non-executive role, following the appointment of new executives. CEO highlights agents' productivity to drive success.
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