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Rental Assistance Part of New Relief Measure

Walt will be remembered for his kindness, as well as his long-time dedication to organized real estate. Our deepest sympathies go to his friends and family.

From a month-over-month perspective, buying activity varied in the major regions. Year-over-year, all four areas recorded double-digit gains in January.

NAR supports the Biden administration's efforts to protect housing for millions of vulnerable Americans as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

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March/April 2021: Equity Is the Future

Thursday, Mar 4

iBuying Giant Pairs Buyers With Agents to Submit Cash Offers

Opendoor announced it will back buyers’ offers with cash to improve their chances in a bidding war, promising the seller the company will buy the home if the buyer is unable to get financing.

Thursday, Mar 4

3 Telltale Signs of an Amateur Paint Job

Painting is one of the easiest DIY home improvements, with some of the best results, but there are techniques for doing it right.

Thursday, Mar 4

Buyers May Want to Ask Lenders: How Long to Close?

The average mortgage loan process takes about 30 days from underwriting to closing. But many lenders are pushing out the timetable because of the deluge of applications.

Thursday, Mar 4

Report: 50% Fewer Homes for Sale This Year

The housing market is inventory-starved heading into spring, and buyers should brace for fierce competition.

Thursday, Mar 4

20 Counties With the Highest Share of First-Time Buyers

In one metro area, first-time buyer purchases reached 71% of total sales.

Wednesday, Mar 3

Are You Strong Enough? Yes, You Are!

Chicago Association of REALTORS® launches a webinar series celebrating Women’s History Month with a bold program that takes on the pain of change.

Blogs From NAR

Read posts and commentary from NAR experts on technology, staging, placemaking, and real estate trends.

Technology's Role in Real Estate's New Normal

November 19, 2020

5G Set to Reshape Real Estate in the Years Ahead

November 18, 2020

Tech Leaders Discuss the Impact of A.I. on Real Estate

November 18, 2020

Technology & Doing Business During the Pandemic

November 17, 2020

Emerging Technology

Culture Scan

Spaces to Places

Styled, Staged & Sold

Economists' Outlook

Washington Report

Covering legislative and regulatory policy activities from NAR's Advocacy Group policy staff.

NAR Comment to FHFA on Appraisals

NAR focused on concerns related to risk in the valuation space, the role of technology, and discrimination in appraisals and other valuation products.

Potential Changes to the FHFA's Housing Goals

Read NAR's comments to the FHFA on potential changes to the construct of the GSEs' housing goals.

Senate Hearing on COVID-19 Mainstreet Impact

The hearing examined the impact of COVID-19 and health and safety restrictions caused by it on small businesses.

Treasury Provides Rent Relief Guidelines

The updated FAQs for states and municipalities reflect the Administration’s guidelines for structuring Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Programs.

SBA Administrator Nomination Moves Ahead

The Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship voted on the nomination of Isabel Guzman to be Administrator of the SBA.

NAR President Meets with FHFA Director

NAR thanked the FHFA Director for hearing REALTORS' concerns regarding changes to FHFA condo rules, forebearance issues, and the FHFA's capital rule.

USPAP Extended for One Year

The 2020-2021 Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) will now be effective until December 31, 2022.

Biden Administration Announces PPP Updates

The biggest change to the program begins on Wednesday, February 24. Find out more.

NAR Responds to FRB's Community Reinvestment Act Query

NAR responded to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors' (FRB) Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to modernize the Community Reinvestment Act.

NAR Speaks to White House on Eviction Moratorium

NAR participated in a housing provider coalition call with the White House to discuss the CDC eviction moratorium and rental assistance challenges.