| Uptrend Continues in Pending Home Sales |
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Washington, August 04, 2009 Pending home sales are up for the fifth consecutive month, the first time in six years for such a streak, according to the National Association of Realtors®. More...
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| Existing-Home Sales Up Again |
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Washington, July 23, 2009 Existing-home sales rose for the third consecutive month with inventory easing and home prices declining less sharply in June, according to the National Association of Realtors®. More...
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| NAR Works for the Consumer |
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WASHINGTON July 23, 2009 – The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Charles McMillan: "NAR and our 1.2 million members are pleased that the Federal Housing Finance Agency has instructed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to take action to clarify confusion over the new Home Valuation Code of Conduct for home appraisers implemented this past May. More...
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| Will There Ever Be a Better Time To Buy Real Estate In Our Lifetime? |
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When is bottom bottom?
-When a family earning the national median income of $53,182 can afford nearly 75% of the current homes for sale (realtor.com)? More...
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| Closing the Deal |
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There are a variety of things that can happen during "contract to close” to derail the process. While they may not halt the sale altogether, each can potentially cause lengthy delays and even escalate into a legal matter. Understanding some of the most common pitfalls can help you successfully close the deal. More...
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| Yes … You Need an Inspection |
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Since the purchase of a home is probably the largest single investment you will ever make, it’s important to learn as much as you can about the home and the condition of the property before you buy. More...
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| Virgin Island Vacation Home Bargains |
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If you have the money to spend, vacation home bargains are plentiful in the beautiful U.S. Virgin Islands. High-end estates are seeing prices slashed – such as a five-bedroom cliff-top villa on St. Thomas whose price dropped 22 percent to $3.695 million. Low-end deals are also ripe for the right buyer. More...
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| How to Purchase Waterfront Property |
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Be sure to do your homework before you "jump in the water” and purchase a dream home or lot on a river, lake or ocean. Buying waterfront property has a unique set of considerations.
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Existing Home Sales
(June)
4.89 million units* |
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Existing Home Median Price
(June)
$181,800 |
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Housing Starts
(June)
582,000 units* |
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New Home Sales
(June)
384,000 units* |
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*seasonally adjusted annual rate
Source NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. |
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Metropolitan Prices & State Sales |
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| National Home Sales |
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Homes
4,890,000 |
Single Family
4,320,000 |
Condo/Co-op
570,000 |
| vs. last month: |
 3.6% |
2.4% |
14.0% |
| vs. last year: |
 -0.2% |
0.2% |
-3.1% |
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| National Sales Price of Homes |
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| Regional Home Sales |
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U.S.
4,890,000 |
Northeast
820,000 |
Midwest
1,100,000 |
South
1,810,000 |
West
1,160,000 |
| vs. last month: |
3.6% |
2.5% |
0.9% |
4.0% |
6.4% |
| vs. last year: |
-0.2% |
-4.7% |
-1.8% |
-3.7% |
11.5% |
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| Regional Sales Price of Homes |
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U.S.
$181,800 |
Northeast
$249,400 |
Midwest
$157,000 |
South
$163,200 |
West
$214,800 |
| vs. last year: |
-15.4% |
-5.9% |
-9.1% |
-11.9% |
-24.9% |
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| Regional Single Family Home Sales |
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U.S.
4,320,000 |
Northeast
610,000 |
Midwest
1,010,000 |
South
1,640,000 |
West
1,060,000 |
| vs. last month: |
2.4% |
0.0% |
0.0% |
3.1% |
5.0% |
| vs. last year: |
0.2% |
-1.6% |
0.0% |
-4.7% |
10.4% |
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| Regional Sales Price of Single-Family Homes |
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U.S.
$181,600 |
Northeast
$250,000 |
Midwest
$156,500 |
South
$165,900 |
West
$219,400 |
| vs. last year: |
-15.0% |
-6.1% |
-7.8% |
-10.9% |
-23.9% |
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| Regional Condo/Co-Op Sales |
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U.S.
570,000 |
Northeast
210,000 |
Midwest
90,000 |
South
170,000 |
West
100,000 |
| vs. last month: |
14.0% |
10.5% |
12.5% |
13.3% |
25.0% |
| vs. last year: |
-3.1% |
-12.5% |
-18.9% |
9.0% |
23.5% |
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| Regional Sales Price of Condo/Co-ops |
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U.S.
$183,300 |
Northeast
$247,700 |
Midwest
$163,100 |
South
$137,000 |
West
$165,700 |
| vs. last year: |
-18.9% |
-5.4% |
-18.0% |
-24.6% |
-34.7% |
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