In the fourth quarter of 2018, 63 percent of people believe that now is a good time to buy a home, which is consistent with the previous quarter and is the lowest percent recorded since the collection started in 2015.

This report looks at the home buyer process in the initial online search and how REALTORS® are connecting with customers in the digital space.

Investment volume made a 17 percent jump from a year ago, small cap markets rebounded, and the shortage of available commercial inventory was the top concern for REALTORS®.

REALTORS® give generously to their communities, through both monetary and volunteer contributions.

In Q3 2018, investment sales were up, sales volume rose by 1.6 percent on a yearly basis, and cap rates moved sideways. Low inventory remained the principal concern for REALTORS®, as a wide pricing gap between buyers and sellers affected over 20 percent of respondents. Prices grew 1.4 percent year-over-year. Leasing activity trended upward, as vacancies experienced upward pressures.

This report is a key indicator of housing market strength based on a monthly survey sent to over 50,000 real estate practitioners.

The Commercial Member Profile details the business and demographic characteristics of NAR commercial members.

This report uses data from the 2018 Home Buyers and Sellers survey to focus on specific buyer and seller demographic groups.

As marijuana intersects with real estate, the demand for both residential and commercial properties is a growing market. NAR surveyed its membership regarding their interaction with marijuana and the real estate sector in states where marijuana is legal.

For most home buyers, the purchase of real estate is one of the largest financial transactions they will make.