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NAR seeks HUD approval on affordable housing policy proposals

NAR has asked HUD for its support on a package of policy proposals that seek to address the growing housing affordability crisis.

Millennial homeownership rates are rising . . . and in a cruel twist, so are prices

There’s no end in sight to the affordability issue, according to a recent report from CoreLogic.

What features should you highlight in your listing? A new study says look outside

It turns out back porches and decks are key must-haves for house hunters. Find out how buyer wants and needs break down by generation.

Census reports significant dip in international migration, though Florida is still on top

Despite a slowdown overall, Florida remains one of the most popular states for international buyers and is the destination for almost half of all Canadian immigrants.

NAR chief gives positive outlook amid December dip

Mortgage rates projected to hold at under 4 percent for the remainder of the year, according to new report.

Case-Shiller report indicates solid footing for 2020

According to the latest index, national home prices are 15 percent above their pre-financial crisis peak.

Best year for new-home sales since before the recession, says NAHB

Low interest rates and low unemployment continue to boost the market into 2020.

Florida 15th best state for driving

WalletHub’s study outlines the best and worst states in America for driving. See how it compares to their previous study on the best and worst cities for driving.

All the single ladies . . . are outpacing men in homeownership

A new study by Lending Tree shows that single women own nearly 16 percent of homes in Miami.

How to sound smarter next time you’re asked about recession risk

A Federal Reserve economist breaks down some of the more common misconceptions about the chance of recession in 2020 and offers thoughts on how real estate pros can be better consumers of economic data.

Single-family rents across the U.S. up slightly, as homeownership rates increase

Low-end rentals are propping up national rent growth, according to CoreLogic

Working with investors? Here’s the number crunch in Miami

A new report estimates the potential profits and costs of being a landlord in cities across U.S.

Freddie Mac projects healthy outlook for the multifamily market in 2020

Rent growth to continue as new supply is absorbed.

Positive jobs report tempered by two concerns

Jobs are up, unemployment is steady, but wages barely budged and construction job growth was weak.

How’s the market? Depends on who — and where — you ask

Is it a good time to buy? Good time to sell? What’s happening with the economy? The answers to these questions change in relation to how much money you earn, where you live and how old you are.

Real estate security company launches certification program

Agents and brokers can up their game with cyber and personal security program.

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