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Find out what NAR experts are saying about the housing market and economy. Contact us at data@nar.realtor with questions.
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In October 2025, pending home sales rose 1.9% month over month. #NARPHS
https://www.nar.realtor/infographics/pending-home-sales-snapshot
November 25, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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Despite limited supply, 19% of homes sold above list price, with 2.1 average offers per home. 29% of sales were all-cash, and 5% were bought via virtual tours. First-time buyers made up 32% of buyers.
https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/realtors-confidence-index
November 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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October 2025 brought 4.1 million in sales, a median sales price of $415,200, and 4.4 months of inventory. The median sales price is up 2.1% year-over-year, and inventory was up 0.4 months from October 2025. #NAREHS
https://www.nar.realtor/infographics/existing-home-sales-housing-snapshot
November 20, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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Real estate firms cite housing affordability, rising industry costs, economic conditions, and keeping up with technology as their biggest business challenges and are focusing their priorities accordingly. https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/profile-of-real-estate-firms
November 19, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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Four of the five top metro areas with the largest year-over-year price increases all recorded gains of at least 9.0% in Q3 of 2025.
https://www.nar.realtor/infographics/metro-areas-with-largest-percent-gain-in-existing-single-family-home-price-in-2025-q3
November 6, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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The 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers shows historic lows and highs in statistics about buyers and sellers. Read more about home buyers and sellers in the report: https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/highlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers
November 4, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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Only 27% of home buyers had children under 18 in 2024 — a spookily historic low. For more information about Home Buyers and Sellers, see NAR's Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers.
https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/highlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers
October 30, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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In September 2025, pending home sales were stable, without change month-over-month. #NARPHS
https://www.nar.realtor/infographics/pending-home-sales-snapshot
October 29, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Cash remains a powerful force in the housing market. According to NAR’s latest data, cash sales comprised 30% of all transactions in September, remaining near historic highs.
Find more insights: https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/realtors-confidence-index
October 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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September 2025 brought 4.06 million in sales, a median sales price of $415,200, and 4.6 months of inventory. The median sales price is up 2.1% year-over-year, and inventory was up 0.4 months from September 2024. #NAREHS
https://www.nar.realtor/infographics/existing-home-sales-housing-snapshot
October 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Nationwide, about 28% of homebuyers paid cash for their home purchase. It turns out that buyers are paying cash for homes mostly in the Sun Belt markets.
Read more: https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/economists-outlook/where-are-buyers-paying-cash-for-homes
October 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Sustainable features, particularly those that reduce costs or offer financial savings, are increasingly influencing home search and remodeling decisions.
Read more:
https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/homebuyers-interest-in-energy-efficiency-is-increasing
September 30, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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In August 2025, pending home sales rose 4.0% month-over-month. #NARPHS
https://www.nar.realtor/infographics/pending-home-sales-snapshot
September 29, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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All-cash home buyers continue to show strength in the market as first-time buyers struggle. The average number of offers on a listed home rebounded to 2.5.
Find more market insights and metrics:
https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/realtors-confidence-index
September 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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August 2025 brought 4.0 million in sales, a median sales price of $422,600, and 4.6 months of inventory. The median sales price is up 2.0% year-over-year, and inventory was up 0.4 months from August 2024. #NAREHS
https://www.nar.realtor/infographics/existing-home-sales-housing-snapshot
September 25, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Looking for historical trends in our data? Find several data sets and other resources in the REALTOR® Store: store.realtor/topics/indus...
September 24, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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From AI to CRMs, the latest REALTORS® Technology Survey reveals the tools agents rely on to stay competitive.
https://bit.ly/3uM3VZA
September 22, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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The top 10 metro areas with the largest year-over-year price increases all recorded gains of at least 8.3%, with the largest gain reaching 10.5%.
www.nar.realtor/infographics...
August 12, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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The 2025 NAR Member Profile reveals that REALTORS® are committed to their profession despite market challenges. The typical member has 12 years of experience, with 74% planning to stay active for at least two more years.
www.nar.realtor/.../realtors....
August 6, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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Despite fears, the housing market sky isn't falling. In June, only 3% of REALTORS®' sales were distressed, unchanged from May. Contract terminations were also stable at 6%. Follow the data to stay informed:
nar.realtor/blogs/econom...
July 30, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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The industrial sector's boom is cooling, with net absorption down 48% YoY and vacancy rising to 7.4%. Logistics remains strong, but Flex space saw losses. Savannah and Dallas led absorption, while LA saw move-outs.
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July 29, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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Retail demand has weakened since pre-pandemic highs. Net absorption is negative and annual rent growth slowed to 1.7% as of May 2025. General retail shows positive absorption, while neighborhood centers and malls reduced vacancies by cutting inventory.
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July 28, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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If you're looking for quick reference to our research on international buyers, use and share our new Fast Facts infographic: nar.realtor/infographics...
July 28, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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First-time buyers were responsible for 30% of sales in June; Individual investors purchased 14% of homes; All-cash sales accounted for 29% of transactions; Distressed sales represented 3% of sales; Properties typically remained on the market for 27 days. #NAREHS
July 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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The median existing-home sales price for all housing types in June was $435,300, up 2.0% from one year ago ($426,900) – the highest recorded for existing-homes. #NAREHS
July 24, 2025 at 2:14 PM