In each Economic Update, the Research staff analyzes recently released economic indicators and addresses what these indicators mean for REALTORS® and their clients. Today’s update discusses jobless claims. Initial claims for unemployment insurance … [Read more...]
The Weak Economy and Uncertainties
Each month, the National Association of REALTORS® obtains up-to-date and on-the-ground incisive comments from REALTORS® who participate in the REALTORS® Confidence Index (RCI) survey. The RCI survey tracks expectations about overall market … [Read more...]
Why Are the Letters ‘CFPB’ and ‘QRM’ So Important?
For Agents’ Eyes Only… Each Thursday we post a blog to help real estate professionals understand how they can better assist their buyers and sellers navigate the current real estate market. – The KCM Crew As professionals in the housing market, we … [Read more...]
New Home Sales
In each Economic Update, the Research staff analyzes recently released economic indicators and addresses what these indicators mean for REALTORS® and their clients. Today’s update discusses new home sales. New home sales (which measure … [Read more...]
Brokers: Self-audit requirement takes effect January 1
Beginning January 1, 2013, principal and supervising brokers will be required to conduct a self-audit at least once during each firm license term (and sole practitioners at least once during each license term) prior to renewal to ensure compliance … [Read more...]
Lenders Reluctant to Issue FHA Loans
REALTORS® have been aware of tight lending conditions for years. Data on average FICO scores, debt-to-income ratios and downpayments support this conclusion. However, a recent survey conducted by the Federal Reserve sheds more light on which … [Read more...]
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