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NAR, NAHB shift 2020 lobbying efforts in response to COVID-19

The National Association of Realtors and the National Association of Home Builders are both backing candidates for congressional seats across the country and advocating for issues such as ramping up production of affordable housing and reversing widespread unemployment.

Another banner month for homebuilding

New housing starts numbers suggest that if you can’t buy it, then build it, according to one economist.

Florida No. 1 for foreign homebuying for 12th straight year

Foreign investors have taken pause when it comes to buying U.S. residential real estate, but better opportunities may be around the corner, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Two months in a row for improved pending home sales

Contract activity up over last year “remarkable,” according to NAR chief economist.

NAR: Existing-home sales bounce back in June

See how the South did last month compared to the rest of the nation.

Six ways to help end housing discrimination

The National Association of Realtors is increasing its efforts to address discrimination and bias in the industry, following Newsday investigation and nationwide protests.

Is real estate recovering? Most Realtors say yes

Nearly a third of NAR members told the association they’re prepared for a second wave of the novel coronavirus.

How to combat inequality and discrimination in homeownership

As the divide between African American and white homeownership increases, the National Association of Realtors is working to educate Realtors on discrimination and stimulate homeownership.

Pride Month kicks off with landmark decision and new video series

It’s time to celebrate Pride Month and the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision for workplace equality. What better way than to meet some members of the LGBTQ community at RE/MAX?

Purchase applications up 13% in Florida

Economists with the Mortgage Bankers Association predict mortgage rates will remain low for the next couple of years, though there is at least one scenario under which they could rise more quickly.

Self-care and financial advice from 3 real estate heavyweights

Coach Brian Buffini, broker Leigh Brown and association leader Paula Monthofer offered solace and techniques to help Realtors weather the COVID-19 storm.

Will COVID-19 push appraisals toward automation?

Both the way appraisers approach their work and the adoption of AVMs and other technology-based valuations will likely see major changes in the coming years, according to experts.

Miami agents and teams make Top 250 Latino Agents list

The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals released its Top 250 Latino Agents Report, recognizing the best Latino agents in the business. How did Atlanta do?

Despite industry objections, qualified mortgage patch still expected to expire

Though NAR has urged the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to extend the rule, the agency’s director would only agree to take into account disruptions related to the COVID-19 pandemic in managing the transition.

Rahm Emanuel and Chris Christie offer political predictions to Realtors

In a virtual version of NAR’s annual political forum, the former mayor and former governor dished on the upcoming election and the political ramifications of the local and national responses to the COVID-19 crisis.

NAR survey: Buyers want home offices, yards and larger residences

The National Association of Realtors’ weekly flash survey numbers are in and appear to support anecdotal data showing buyer preference changing in response to the COVID-19 crisis. The survey, conducted from May 3-4, shows that 13% of NAR members

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