| Pending Home Sales Record Fourth Straight Monthly Gain |
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Washington, July 01, 2009 - Pending home sales show a sustained uptrend, rising for four consecutive months with very favorable housing affordability and a first-time buyer tax credit boosting activity, according to the National Association of Realtors®. More...
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| May Existing-Home Sales Continue Rising Trend |
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Washington, June 23, 2009 Sales of existing homes showed another gain in May, benefiting from favorable affordability conditions and a first-time buyer tax credit, according to the National Association of Realtors®. May’s increase was the first back-to-back monthly gain since September 2005. More...
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| Out of this World Expensive |
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These homes have come down in price, but are still out of reach for most of us. Eight figures just gets you on the top pricey home list. Take a look at some current listings worldwide. More...
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| Play it Safe when Selling |
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While your home is on the market, you’re probably focused on finding a buyer and getting the highest possible sales price. Unfortunately, you should also keep your personal safety in mind. While crimes at properties for sale are rare, they do occur. As a homeowner, you should also take steps to increase your safety while your home is for sale. More...
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| Sellers Value their View |
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Location, location, location has long been the defining value of a property. It's not only the address, but the view from the windows that sellers are counting on. What's outside your window? More...
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| Are No-Gas Lawn Tools Right for You? |
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Summer is hot and presents hours of backbreaking yardwork. New eco-friendly tools are available as gas-guzzling alternatives. View Video...
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| Your Car and Your Privacy |
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Believe it or not, there may be something more valuable than your car in the shopping center parking lot what’s inside of it! In today’s criminal world, personal information is often worth more than the vehicle itself. More...
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| House, Condo, Duplex? You Decide What’s Best for You |
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When you think of buying a home of your own, what do you picture? Many people conjure up an image of a detached, singlefamily house. There’s a yard in front and back, perhaps a fence around the property. That may be a great situation for a lot of folks, but there are other options out there – other types of properties you can call your own. Depending on your situation and goals, you may find something other than a singlefamily house makes the most sense for you. More...
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| Camping – a Fun Activity for the Whole Family |
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Adults and children alike benefit from getting outside and connecting with the outside world. So trade screen time for green time, and head to a nearby state or national campground for an old-fashioned campout! More...
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Existing Home Sales
(May)
4.77 million units* |
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Existing Home Median Price
(May)
$173,000 |
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Housing Starts
(May)
532,000 units* |
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New Home Sales
(May)
352,000 units* |
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*seasonally adjusted annual rate
Source NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. |
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Metropolitan Prices & State Sales |
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| National Home Sales |
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Homes
4,770,000 |
Single Family
4,250,000 |
Condo/Co-op
520,000 |
| vs. last month: |
 2.4% |
1.9% |
6.1% |
| vs. last year: |
 -3.6% |
-3.0% |
6.1% |
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| National Sales Price of Homes |
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| Regional Home Sales |
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U.S.
4,770,000 |
Northeast
800,000 |
Midwest
1,090,000 |
South
1,740,000 |
West
1,140,000 |
| vs. last month: |
2.4% |
3.9% |
9.0% |
0.0% |
-0.9% |
| vs. last year: |
-3.6% |
-10.1% |
-4.4% |
-8.9% |
11.8% |
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| Regional Sales Price of Homes |
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U.S.
$173,000 |
Northeast
$243,600 |
Midwest
$145,800 |
South
$157,400 |
West
$197,700 |
| vs. last year: |
-16.8% |
-12.5% |
-10.4% |
-9.9% |
-30.6% |
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| Regional Single Family Home Sales |
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U.S.
4,250,000 |
Northeast
610,000 |
Midwest
1,010,000 |
South
1,590,000 |
West
1,040,000 |
| vs. last month: |
1.9% |
5.2% |
8.6% |
-0.6% |
-1.9% |
| vs. last year: |
-3.0% |
-6.2% |
8.6% |
-9.7% |
10.6% |
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| Regional Sales Price of Single-Family Homes |
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U.S.
$172,900 |
Northeast
$245,400 |
Midwest
$144,700 |
South
$159,900 |
West
$202,200 |
| vs. last year: |
-16.1% |
-13.8% |
-8.9% |
-8.5% |
-30.3% |
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| Regional Condo/Co-Op Sales |
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U.S.
520,000 |
Northeast
190,000 |
Midwest
80,000 |
South
150,000 |
West
100,000 |
| vs. last month: |
6.1% |
0.0% |
14.3% |
7.1% |
11.1% |
| vs. last year: |
-8.9% |
-20.8% |
-26.6% |
2.7% |
31.6% |
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| Regional Sales Price of Condo/Co-ops |
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U.S.
$173,800 |
Northeast
$237,900 |
Midwest
$159,400 |
South
$131,400 |
West
$150,000 |
| vs. last year: |
-21.9% |
-9.1% |
-20.5% |
-26.1% |
-36.5% |
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