Pending home sales bounced back in December, despite inventory challenges and rate increases.
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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
January 30, 2017
Today's Headlines
Pending Home Sales Prove Resilient
"Pending sales rebounded last month as enough buyers fended off rising mortgage rates and alarmingly low inventory levels to sign a contract," says NAR's chief economist. Read more from NAR's latest housing report.
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Water Bills Are Set to Go Even Higher
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The Best States to Raise a Family in 2017
Find out which cities are the most family-friendly, and see where your state is ranked.
7-Year Triumph Over HOA in Mailbox Feud
A homeowner battled against his HOA for seven years over his association's mandate to upgrade his mailbox. The owner says the court case was much more than a battle over a mailbox. It was a fight over something bigger -- taking a stand for property rights.
10 Winter Home Improvements
Your clients can take on these budget-friendly improvements to find a whole new look for their home this year.
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