Data may suggest potential buyers are moved to enter the market.

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January 18, 2019

Today’s News

 
Mortgage Rates

Will Lower Mortgage Rates Escalate Sales?

After six consecutive weeks of declines in the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, upcoming data may show whether it has prompted more buyers to make a move.


Cat in a model apartment

When a Pair of Cats Are Your Renters

Two cats in Silicon Valley are the pampered renters and sole occupants of a $1,500-per-month studio.


Do you volunteer in your community? NAR can help with mentoring and grant money to support the work you do for a nonprofit. Apply for the Volunteering Works program by Feb. 28.
Emergency workers fixing a buckled road.

Natural Disasters Hit Real Estate Hard in 2018

It was the third straight year with an above-average number of catastrophes.


Microsoft President Brad Smith and Chief Financial Officer Amy Hood

Microsoft Gives $500M for Affordable Housing in Seattle

The tech giant aims to address housing shortages in its hometown.


We Recommend

 

The Hottest Paint Colors of 2019

From the Styled, Staged, and Sold blog: Paint companies have released their color forecasts for the new year, and these are the hot hues expected to make waves. Which one is your favorite?


7 Ways to Keep Customer Service a Priority

For brokers: The relationships your agents build with their client base are important to the future health of your company. Learn how to win the loyalty of more clients in the long term.


Introverts vs. Extroverts: Who’s Really Better at Sales?

It’s a common assumption that more outgoing individuals make stronger salespeople. But what does psychological science have to say about it?


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