by Editor | Sep 30, 2025 | General News
By Shannon Allen At the Realtors® Legislative Meetings in Washington, NAR made multiple revisions to the Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual that were effective on June 5, 2025, including changes to 11 Standards of Practice (SOP). But that’s not all — there...
by Editor | Sep 30, 2025 | General News
By Amy Connolly The forms reflect recent law and policy changes, including expanded flood disclosures and adjustments to NAR’s Multiple Listing Options for Sellers. ORLANDO, Fla. – In response to recent statewide law and policy updates, Florida Realtors® rolled out...
by Editor | Sep 29, 2025 | General News
By Amy Connolly NAR identified eight programs that could be affected if Congress misses the Sept. 30 deadline, including home loans, flood insurance and housing services. WASHINGTON — With a government shutdown looming, the National Association of Realtors® is...
by Editor | Sep 29, 2025 | General News
By Melissa Dittmann Tracey Contract signings went up on lower mortgage rates nationwide. In the South, they rose 3.1% in August and were up 4.2% compared a year ago. CHICAGO — Slightly lower mortgage rates may have given more home buyers the confidence to move...
by Editor | Sep 29, 2025 | General News
By Taylor Getler Mortgage rates rose last week despite the interest rate cut, but experts remain optimistic as more inventory and strong markets could boost home sales soon. WASHINGTON — The average rate on the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage grew two basis points...