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Economists' Commentary

Find out daily what NAR economists are saying about the real estate market.
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2009 Economic Outlook

(October 13): Lawrence Yun gives his economic forecast for 2009.
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Today's Quick Take

(October 15): Over the year, expect continued weakness in conventional mortgage applications and more government mortgage applications.
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Pending Home Sales Jump

(Oct. 8) Pending home sales activity surged in August as buyers took advantage of low home prices and affordable interest rates.
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New Homebuyer Tax Credit

(Aug. 8) As part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, a first-time homebuyer tax credit is now available. Find out more about it soon -- this tax break ends in mid-2009.
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What's Your Local Market Like?

Chief Economist Lawrence Yun wants to hear about what is going on in your market.  

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Overview of Economic Terms

Learn a few key concepts to understand economic data released by NAR on the state of the housing market and the overall economy.

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Every Market is Unique

For members only, current state & local housing market reports that provide insight into the direction your market is going.

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Housing Indicators

Existing-Home Sales (August)

4.91 million units*

Existing-Home Median Price (August)

$203,100

Housing Starts (August)

895,000 units*

New Home Sales (August)

460,000 units*

*seasonally adjusted annual rate

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Upcoming Releases

September 24: Existing Home Sales for August

October 8: Housing Forecast / Pending Home Sales Index

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Selling Green Pocket Card

This handy tool evaluates home buyers preferences in regards to energy efficiency.

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