Competition for homes is cooling

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National Association of Realtors

July 15, 2021

Buyers Battle Fewer Bidding Wars

While that may bring relief to frustrated house hunters who have been routinely outbid, the data also suggests a pullback from fatigued consumers.


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Rental Prices Broke Records in 44 Cities Last Month

As the inventory shortage forced more people to rent, the national median rental price jumped 8.1% from a year ago, realtor.com® reports.


A Third of Americans Say Their Dream Home Is Attainable

Find out how most envision the perfect property.


More Trade-Up Buyers Use Reverse Mortgages to Finance Move

Improvements in consumer education around this type of loan are necessary, as many are unaware of their options, say the authors of a new study.


Minneapolis Agent’s Killers Sentenced to Life

The mother of Monique Baugh, who was slain in 2019, tells court that “my daughter came face to face with pure evil.”


Tell Us Your Story

 
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You Did What for Your Client?

We want to hear about your most memorable experiences working with clients in the field. Whether it was a hilarious, heartwarming, or cringeworthy moment, share your story and you may be featured in REALTOR® Magazine.


NAR in the Media

 
Racial Equity and the Housing Shortage

Racial Equity and the Housing Shortage

The legacy of racism in America makes it even harder for Blacks and other minority home buyers to compete in this ultra-tight market. So writes Bryan Greene, NAR’s vice president of policy advocacy, in a new column for Barron’s: “The real estate industry—and our country as a whole—have much more work to do to make America’s housing market equitable.”


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