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Latest News From NAR

Press releases, REALTOR® Magazine articles, and blogs covering all aspects of real estate.

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Special Report From the November 13, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting

The coronavirus without a doubt led home buyers and sellers to reassess their housing situations and even reconsider home sizes and destinations.

The FHA proposal would allow private insurance to be used provided it meets the agency's definition, harmonizing with recent federal laws and pro-consumer industry practices.

Real estate agent giving clients a home tour

The service will allow agents to open lockboxes from their smartphones or tablets, and manage showings, client communication, and property access.

REALTOR® Magazine

Current Issue

November/December 2020: No Challenge Too Great

Friday, Dec 4

10 Places Where Living Costs Are Actually Dropping

Americans seeking a cheaper place to live may want to search these areas.

Friday, Dec 4

Mortgage Amounts Surge to Record Highs

Home buyers are taking on bigger loans as they compete in a fierce housing market.

Friday, Dec 4

FHFA Extends Foreclosure, REO Eviction Moratorium to Jan. 31

The government agency has extended its protections another month for homeowners affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Friday, Dec 4

Homeowners Need to Update Insurance After a Remodel

Homes may be under-insured following a renovation, leaving homeowners with the bill if disaster strikes.

Friday, Dec 4

It’s Another Record Low for Mortgage Rates: 2.71%

Are home buyers taking the savings for granted?

Thursday, Dec 3

REALTORS® Increase Their Giving, Volunteerism During the Pandemic

Two-thirds of real estate pros report volunteering on a monthly basis, and monetary donations from the industry have doubled this year too.

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

Economists' Outlook

Styled, Staged & Sold

Spaces to Places

Culture Scan

Washington Report

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

NAR Urges Treasury and FHFA to Delay Actions on GSEs

NAR sent a letter to the Treasury and FHFA urging them to refrain from any rushed actions to end the conservatorship of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

FHA Increases 2021 Loan Limits

The maximum loan limits for FHA forward mortgages will rise in 3,108 counties. In 125 counties, FHA’s loan limits will remain unchanged.

FHA Performing Well Above Requirement

The FHA Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund is well above its statutory minimum of 2% capital reserve ratio at 6.10%, an increase of 1.26% from last year.

FinCEN Renews Real Estate GTOs

This order imposes data collection and reporting requirements on companies involved in certain residential real estate transactions.

NAR Comments on Independent Contractor Proposed Rule

NAR champions minimal disruption to the real estate industry that greatly benefits from the ability to be classified as an independent contractor.

Updates to NAR AHP Toolkit

The NAR AHP Toolkit has been updated to include data from the 2020 Health Insurance Survey.

Supreme Court Rules to Stop Census Counts Oct. 15

The Court issued its opinion ruling in favor of the Trump Administration after weeks of ongoing litigation on this issue.

CFPB Rescinds 2015 RESPA Bulletin on MSAs

The CFPB rescinded the October 8, 2015, Compliance Bulletin (2015-05), which curtailed the use of Marketing Services Agreements (MSAs).

Administration Restricts H-1B Visas

The Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Labor have proposed restrictions to the H-1B visa program.

New PPP Forgiveness Form for Small Loans

Check out the new new, further simplified forgiveness application for PPP borrowers with loans of $50,000 or less.

Latest News From NAR

Press releases, REALTOR® Magazine articles, and blogs covering all aspects of real estate.

NAR Newsroom

Special Report From the November 13, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting

Pandemic Caused Buyers to Seek Multi-Generational Homes, Sellers to Sell Faster

Realtors® Applaud FHA Effort to Expand Private Flood Insurance Options

SentriLock Presents New Showing Service Option to Realtors®

REALTOR® Magazine

Current Issue

Daily News From REALTOR® Magazine

10 Places Where Living Costs Are Actually Dropping

Mortgage Amounts Surge to Record Highs

FHFA Extends Foreclosure, REO Eviction Moratorium to Jan. 31

Homeowners Need to Update Insurance After a Remodel

It’s Another Record Low for Mortgage Rates: 2.71%

REALTORS® Increase Their Giving, Volunteerism During the Pandemic

Blogs From NAR

Technology's Role in Real Estate's New Normal

5G Set to Reshape Real Estate in the Years Ahead

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

Technology & Doing Business During the Pandemic

Emerging Technology

Economists' Outlook

Styled, Staged & Sold

Spaces to Places

Culture Scan

Washington Report

NAR Urges Treasury and FHFA to Delay Actions on GSEs

FHA Increases 2021 Loan Limits

FHA Performing Well Above Requirement

FinCEN Renews Real Estate GTOs

NAR Comments on Independent Contractor Proposed Rule

Updates to NAR AHP Toolkit

Supreme Court Rules to Stop Census Counts Oct. 15

CFPB Rescinds 2015 RESPA Bulletin on MSAs

Administration Restricts H-1B Visas

New PPP Forgiveness Form for Small Loans

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