Tag Archives: National Association of Realtors

In a world of new technology, companies are finding themselves trying to keep up. However, Bob Goldberg, new CEO of the National Association of Realtors, doesn’t want to just keep up, he wants to stay on top.

The May 2017 Existing Home Sales Index was released Tuesday, showing that even though inventory is slightly on the rise compared to April 2017, median home prices are still increasing as well. Existing, unsold properties are coming off the market at record times, and foreclosures and short sales are contributing factors. Some industry professionals, however, wonder how long this trend will last.

U.S. homeownership rates have been at a 50-year low despite improving local job markets and historically low mortgage rates. A recent report said there are five main barriers preventing a large number of individuals from purchasing a home: post-foreclosure stress disorder, mortgage availability, the growing burden of student loan debt, single-family housing affordability, and single-family housing supply shortages. Industry professionals explain what needs to be done in order to reverse the problems at hand.

Immigration has a positive effect on the housing market according to speakers from a real estate conference reported on Friday. Sales activity and price will strengthen as the market becomes more saturated. Forecasts show that high immigrant sales activities will stem from five states.

Potential homeowners are feeling more confident about their financial situation and are turning out in large numbers, but find they are challenged by supply, higher sales prices, and rising interest rates.

Which regions show the most interest in trading up their home size?

What economic factors are contributing to homebuyers staying in their homes longer post-housing crisis and recession?

The recent Ten-X Nowcast reports current trends seen in the housing industry that contribute to growth in homeownership. What is in store for the next month?

US home sales continue to float in a healthy range as suggested by trends in the Ten-X Nowcast.

A recent survey shows roughly three-quarters of households still believe now is a good time to buy a home, but there's a significant gap in confidence between homeowners and renters.