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Home buyers are more active this fall, drawn to improving affordability conditions. Read more from NAR’s pending home sales report.
More Home Buyers Go Under Contract, With the Midwest Leading the Way
Home buyers are more active this fall, drawn to improving affordability conditions. Read more from NAR’s pending home sales report.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Home buyers are more active this fall, drawn to improving affordability conditions. Read more from NAR’s pending home sales report.
Buyers are stepping back in as mortgage rates drop—nudging home sales higher, according to new data from the National Association of REALTORS®. bit.ly/488oMGa
November 20, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Buyers are stepping back in as mortgage rates drop—nudging home sales higher, according to new data from the National Association of REALTORS®. bit.ly/488oMGa
According to the 2025 NAR Profile of Real Estate Firms, executives are finding their way amid a slower market and are cautiously optimistic about what lies ahead.
Real Estate Firms Expect Stable Profitability at Year’s End, Despite Market Challenges
According to the 2025 NAR Profile of Real Estate Firms, executives are finding their way amid a slower market and are cautiously optimistic about what lies ahead.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:04 PM
According to the 2025 NAR Profile of Real Estate Firms, executives are finding their way amid a slower market and are cautiously optimistic about what lies ahead.
Want to hear NAR CEO Nykia Wright lay it on the line? Listen to the latest “Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered” podcast with hosts James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson. While the association made great strides in 2025, the members ain’t seen nothin’ yet.
Taking on the Trust Issue
Want to hear NAR CEO Nykia Wright lay it on the line? Listen to the latest “Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered” podcast with hosts James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson.
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November 18, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Want to hear NAR CEO Nykia Wright lay it on the line? Listen to the latest “Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered” podcast with hosts James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson. While the association made great strides in 2025, the members ain’t seen nothin’ yet.
Directors also reviewed the newly approved 2026–2028 strategic plan, saw highlights of the budget, and honored individuals for their steadfast service.
NAR Clarifies Disclosure Requirements Under Article 7 When REALTORS® Are Compensated by Multiple Parties
Directors also reviewed the newly approved 2026–2028 strategic plan, saw highlights of the budget, and honored individuals for their steadfast service.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Directors also reviewed the newly approved 2026–2028 strategic plan, saw highlights of the budget, and honored individuals for their steadfast service.
Following a risk assessment of the association’s multiple listing services policies, the National Association of REALTORS® approved updates to its MLS handbook.
NAR Modernizes MLS Policies
Following a risk assessment of the association’s multiple listing services policies, the National Association of REALTORS® approved updates to its MLS handbook.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Following a risk assessment of the association’s multiple listing services policies, the National Association of REALTORS® approved updates to its MLS handbook.
Drafted with the input of more than 150,000 members, the 2026–2028 strategic plan serves as NAR’s playbook to transform the member experience.
NAR’s Executive Committee Unanimously Approves Association’s Strategic Plan
Drafted with the input of more than 150,000 members, the 2026–2028 strategic plan serves as NAR’s playbook to transform the member experience.
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November 16, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Drafted with the input of more than 150,000 members, the 2026–2028 strategic plan serves as NAR’s playbook to transform the member experience.
NAR is your original source for real estate data, research and reporting—and now you’ll get it even faster. Formerly REALTOR® Magazine Media, NAR REALTOR® NEWS delivers news you can use, with timely updates, expert analysis and the information you need to stay ahead. Explore the new experience.
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Official news from the National Association of REALTORS® and the business tool for real estate professionals.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:56 PM
NAR is your original source for real estate data, research and reporting—and now you’ll get it even faster. Formerly REALTOR® Magazine Media, NAR REALTOR® NEWS delivers news you can use, with timely updates, expert analysis and the information you need to stay ahead. Explore the new experience.
At a live taping of NAR’s Advocacy Scoop podcast at #NARNXT, Shannon McGahn and Patrick Newton discussed the government shutdown and NAR’s advocacy efforts to end it, shared a few recent electoral wins, and highlighted critical efforts to promote homeownership and property rights.
NAR Advocacy Scoop Goes Live at NAR NXT
Hosts McGahn and Newton trade takes on the shutdown, November elections and critical efforts to promote homeownership and property rights.
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November 14, 2025 at 7:26 PM
At a live taping of NAR’s Advocacy Scoop podcast at #NARNXT, Shannon McGahn and Patrick Newton discussed the government shutdown and NAR’s advocacy efforts to end it, shared a few recent electoral wins, and highlighted critical efforts to promote homeownership and property rights.
NAR President Kevin Sears and CEO Nykia Wright open NAR NXT, The REALTOR® Experience with a vision for the future.
NAR’s Strategic Plan Takes Center Stage
NAR President Kevin Sears and CEO Nykia Wright open NAR NXT, The REALTOR® Experience with a vision for the future.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:36 PM
NAR President Kevin Sears and CEO Nykia Wright open NAR NXT, The REALTOR® Experience with a vision for the future.
Federal programs critical to the U.S. housing market are set to resume after the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday approved legislation to fund the government and end the longest shutdown in American history.
Federal Housing Programs to Resume Following Government Spending Deal
Federal housing programs will be back online after President Trump signed a bill to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Federal programs critical to the U.S. housing market are set to resume after the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday approved legislation to fund the government and end the longest shutdown in American history.
Today, SentriLock and Realtors Property Resource® announced a new integration: RPR is bringing its powerful, hyperlocal market insights directly to users of the SentriKey Real Estate app.
SentriLock and RPR Partner to Deliver Seamless Market Data
SentriKey Real Estate app combines RPR access, showings and market intelligence.
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November 5, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Today, SentriLock and Realtors Property Resource® announced a new integration: RPR is bringing its powerful, hyperlocal market insights directly to users of the SentriKey Real Estate app.
With first-time buyers making up the lowest share of buyers since NAR began collecting data, NAR-supported affordability solutions must become a priority for federal, state and local governments.
Home Buyer Data Shows Urgency in Fight for Affordability
With first-time buyers making up the lowest share of buyers since NAR began collecting data, NAR-supported affordability solutions must become a priority for federal, state and local governments.
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November 5, 2025 at 7:26 PM
With first-time buyers making up the lowest share of buyers since NAR began collecting data, NAR-supported affordability solutions must become a priority for federal, state and local governments.
The share of first-time home buyers dropped to a record low of 21%, while the typical age of first-time buyers climbed to an all-time high of 40 years, according to NAR’s 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers.
NAR 2025 Profile of Home Buyers, Sellers Reveals Market Extremes
NAR’s 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers report reveals the leading and emerging forces in the housing market.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The share of first-time home buyers dropped to a record low of 21%, while the typical age of first-time buyers climbed to an all-time high of 40 years, according to NAR’s 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers.
The longest full government shutdown in U.S. history is delaying sales and could lead to catastrophic risk for homeowners and businesses in flood zones.
Stranded Buyers, Vulnerable Owners: Navigating the Government Shutdown
The longest full government shutdown in U.S. history is delaying sales and could lead to catastrophic risk for homeowners and businesses in flood zones.
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October 31, 2025 at 7:15 PM
The longest full government shutdown in U.S. history is delaying sales and could lead to catastrophic risk for homeowners and businesses in flood zones.
While contract signings still aren’t where they should be, NAR's chief economist says pending sales are indexing at one of the highest paces of the year.
Pending Home Sales Numbers Hint at Growing Confidence
While contract signings still aren't where they should be, NAR's chief economist says pending sales are indexing at one of the highest paces of the year. Plus, inventory continues to rise.
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October 29, 2025 at 2:04 PM
While contract signings still aren’t where they should be, NAR's chief economist says pending sales are indexing at one of the highest paces of the year.
State associations of REALTORS® are asked to send letters to Congress documenting the harmful effects of the longest full shutdown in American history. Members are also urged to share their stories.
NAR Calls for Response on Impact of Government Shutdown
State associations of REALTORS® are asked to send letters to Congress documenting the harmful effects of the longest full shutdown in American history. Members are urged to share their stories, too.
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October 24, 2025 at 6:49 PM
State associations of REALTORS® are asked to send letters to Congress documenting the harmful effects of the longest full shutdown in American history. Members are also urged to share their stories.
The increase in SALT deductibility means that many more current and prospective homeowners will be able to receive federal tax benefits for owning and purchasing a home. The change will also benefit many real estate investors. Here’s what you need to know.
SALT Deduction Cap Delivers Relief to Homeowners
The increase in SALT deductibility means that many more current and prospective homeowners will be able to receive federal tax benefits for owning and purchasing a home. The change will also benefit m...
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October 23, 2025 at 7:19 PM
The increase in SALT deductibility means that many more current and prospective homeowners will be able to receive federal tax benefits for owning and purchasing a home. The change will also benefit many real estate investors. Here’s what you need to know.
Existing-home sales were up in September, as buyers entered the market in response to lower mortgage rates. Get the inside scoop from NAR’s latest existing-home sales report.
Home Sales Rebound Takes Root This Fall
Existing-home sales were up in September, as buyers entered the market in response to lower mortgage rates.
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October 23, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Existing-home sales were up in September, as buyers entered the market in response to lower mortgage rates. Get the inside scoop from NAR’s latest existing-home sales report.
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal in a case that sought to hold brokerages liable for creating and using floorplans when marketing a home for sale.
Supreme Court Brings Seven-year Floorplans Case to a Close, Delivers Win to Brokerages Supported by NAR
A January court decision that ruled in favor of two brokerages stands. The brokerages, who have been supported by the National Association of REALTORS® since the beginning, argued their creation and i...
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October 22, 2025 at 3:46 PM
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal in a case that sought to hold brokerages liable for creating and using floorplans when marketing a home for sale.
NAR weighs in about Zillow’s integration into ChatGPT, saying it supports new technologies as long as they are used in accordance with MLS rules.
Listing App on AI Platform Can Help Clients But Must Comply With MLS Policy
With questions being raised about Zillow’s integration into ChatGPT, the National Association of REALTORS® weighs in saying it supports new technologies that better serve consumers—as long as the tech...
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October 21, 2025 at 9:08 PM
NAR weighs in about Zillow’s integration into ChatGPT, saying it supports new technologies as long as they are used in accordance with MLS rules.
The country’s highest court won’t take up an appeal that sought to overturn a ruling favoring the National Association of REALTORS®. NAR successfully litigated the antitrust case twice in lower courts.
NAR’s Latest Legal Victory: Supreme Court Declines to Hear Case on Repealed Optional ‘No Commingling’ Rule
The country’s highest court won’t take up an appeal that sought to overturn a ruling favoring the National Association of REALTORS®. NAR successfully litigated the antitrust case twice in lower courts...
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October 21, 2025 at 5:48 PM
The country’s highest court won’t take up an appeal that sought to overturn a ruling favoring the National Association of REALTORS®. NAR successfully litigated the antitrust case twice in lower courts.
Real estate buyers and sellers are facing increasing uncertainty and delays. The wider economic impact will be significant if Congress doesn’t come together.
As Government Shutdown Continues, So Do Complications in Housing Sector
Real estate buyers and sellers are facing increasing uncertainty and delays. The wider economic impact will be significant if Congress doesn’t come together.
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October 20, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Real estate buyers and sellers are facing increasing uncertainty and delays. The wider economic impact will be significant if Congress doesn’t come together.
NAR CEO Nykia Wright lays out a new value proposition to members, offering a detailed update on the work NAR is doing to maintain an ongoing dialogue with members, bring transparency to decision-making, and relentlessly focus on member success.
Charting the Future of NAR: An Update to Members From Nykia Wright
The association’s CEO lays out plans for a new value proposition and a new normal when it comes to transparency, listening and learning.
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October 10, 2025 at 8:16 PM
NAR CEO Nykia Wright lays out a new value proposition to members, offering a detailed update on the work NAR is doing to maintain an ongoing dialogue with members, bring transparency to decision-making, and relentlessly focus on member success.
Meet the 10 finalists for the 2025 Good Neighbor Awards, which honor REALTORS® who make an extraordinary impact in their community through volunteer work. Read their inspiring stories about helping people in need, and then vote for your favorite finalist to win bonus grant money.
Good Neighbor Awards
The National Association of REALTORS® Good Neighbor Awards recognize REALTORS® who have made an extraordinary impact on their community, or on the national or world stage, through volunteer work.
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October 8, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Meet the 10 finalists for the 2025 Good Neighbor Awards, which honor REALTORS® who make an extraordinary impact in their community through volunteer work. Read their inspiring stories about helping people in need, and then vote for your favorite finalist to win bonus grant money.