Existing-home sales continued on an uptrend in December, rising for three consecutive months and remaining above a year ago, according to the National Association of Realtors®.
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The Pending Home Sales Index rose 2.4 percent to 90.9 in June. All regions show double-digit gains from a year ago.
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In case you missed it, please read this 6/29/11 NYT’s article that shows consumer support for our government’s doing its damnest to protect and preserve the American Dream of Home Ownership. The article details polls taken on viewpoints on Home Ownership which is still regarded as better than renting due to the tax advantages of [...]
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It’s the second solid monthly gain since a steep drop in February. All four regions saw increases, led by a 15.1% gain in the West.U.S. sales of new homes posted their second solid monthly gain in April after hitting extremely low levels…
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According to the Community Preference Survey, 56% of respondents prefer smart growth neighborhoods.
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The board of directors’ vote puts NAR one step ahead of Congress, which is considering a change to the Fair Housing Act. The Fair and Inclusive Housing Rights Act of 2010 would prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. It would be the first change to the law since 1988, when handicap and familial status were added as protected classes.
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Seller financing offers advantages to both sellers and buyers. Sellers have an opportunity to widen the pool of potential buyers, and buyers have an opportunity for homeownership even if they are unable to obtain a mortgage through conventional channels…
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