More Contracts Signed as Pending Home Sales Rise 8.1% in August 2021

40 years of Home Buyer and Seller Data There are some notable changes in the home buying environment, pandemic aside, including interest rates, home prices, and how people buy and sell. By: Jessica Lautz Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/economists-outlook/40-years-of-home-buyer-and-seller-data-how-does-the-profile-compare

Myth-Busting Millennial Tropes: 8 Common Myths Busted Let’s tackle some myths about millennials, spending, student debt, and homeownership. By:  Jessica Lautz Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/economists-outlook/myth-busting-millennial-tropes-8-common-myths-busted

There is strong recovery in the multifamily, industrial, and retail property markets, while the recovery has not been as robust in the office and hotel property markets. Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/commercial-market-insights/september-2021-commercial-market-insights

The Clean Water Act could have a profound effect on private property rights and on commercial real estate practitioners—particularly on the development side. Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/commercial-connections/watershed-moment

Student Loan Debt Is Curbing Millennial Homeownership Americans with high student debt often must choose between retirement investment, buying a home, getting married, starting a family, or saving money. Media Contact: Tori Syrek Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/student-loan-debt-holding-back-majority-of-millennials-from-homeownership

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, October 14, 2021 Mortgage rates rose above 3% this week as consumer and producer prices continue to rise due to persistent supply bottlenecks and labor difficulties. By: Nadia Evangelou Mortgage Financing Original source: https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/economists-outlook/instant-reaction-mortgage-rates-october-14-2021