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REALTORS® Identify Exterior Replacement Projects as Best Investment for Homeowners
Realtors® recently rated many exterior improvements as among the most valuable home investment projects as part of the 2011-12 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report.
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News Releases
HouseLogic Poll Finds Voters Driven by Jobs, Housing in 2012 Election
A recent survey by Houselogic.com, the consumer website from the National Association of Realtors®, finds nearly one-third of respondents said housing will be the top issue on their mind when they head to the polls next November.
REALTORS® Applaud Bill to Protect Taxpayers From Mortgage Industry Bailouts
The National Association of Realtors® supports legislation introduced today that provides sensible reform of the secondary mortgage market and protects the interest of taxpayers.
REALTORS® Urge Comprehensive Reform of Mortgage Finance System
Reforming the secondary mortgage market is essential to ensuring a reliable source of mortgage lending for consumers in all types of markets and is integral to the nation’s economic and housing recovery.
REALTORS® Offer Solutions for Workforce Housing Crisis
Public and private sector workers in the northwestern U.S. have limited access for affordable housing. In response, the National Association of Realtors®, in partnership with the National Housing Conference, will host a forum today in Portland, Ore., to address this crisis and encourage efforts to make housing more affordable to working class families.
REALTORS® Praise FHA for Serving the Needs of Millions of Hard-Working Families
The Federal Housing Administration mortgage insurance program plays an important and vital role in the nation’s housing financing system and has shown tremendous leadership and strength during the economic crisis, the National Association of Realtors® said in testimony today.
Pending Home Sales Jump in October
Pending home sales rose strongly in October and remain above year-ago levels, according to the National Association of Realtors®.
Growth in Commercial Real Estate Markets Expected in 2012
Commercial real estate markets have been relatively flat this year, but improving fundamentals mean a more positive trend is expected in 2012, according to the National Association of Realtors®.
NAR Awards Realtor® Associations Grants to Promote and Expand Affordable Housing
The Housing Opportunity Program Grants, a National Association of Realtors® grant program, has presented $62,500 to 19 local and state Realtor® associations. Those associations will use the funds to promote and expand affordable housing opportunities in their communities.
October Existing-Home Sales Rise, Unsold Inventory Continues to Decline
Existing-home sales improved in October while the number of homes on the market continued to decline.