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Economists' Commentary

Find out daily what NAR economists are saying about the real estate market.
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Industrial Market Trends

(October 3): Danielle Hale discusses what is happening in the industrial market.
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Today's Quick Take

(October 7): Downward pressure is being placed on mortgage rates. A buyer with great credit and money to put down could snatch up a fantastic opportunity on financing.
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Existing-Home Sales Slide

(Sept. 24): Existing-home sales were down in August following a healthy gain in July as tight mortgage credit curtailed activity.
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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 (July)

5.00 million units*

Existing-Home Median Price (July)

$212,400

Housing Starts (July)

965,000 units*

New Home Sales (July)

515,000 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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2008 NAR Member Profile

Provides an in-depth analysis of REALTORS®, including demographics, business activity, income, and more.

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