“Economic data suggests that the economy remains on firm ground,” Freddie Mac’s chief economist says

View this email online [link removed]

National Association of REALTORS®
[link removed]

December 30, 2021


Year-End Mortgage Rates at 3.11%
[link removed]

Rates stayed low for the final week of 2021, but housing analysts continue to predict borrowing costs will increase in the new year.


Where Did People Move to in 2021?
[link removed]

Long-distance, state-to-state moves saw an increase this year. See where new residents were heading.


Homes Still Affordable, But ‘Financial Comfort Zone’ Shrinking
[link removed]

The average wage earner can still afford a typical home. But this fall, monthly mortgage payments rose by 3.1% while the median family income rose by just 0.7%.


High Utility Bills Blamed on COVID-19, Climate Change
[link removed]

This may be the new normal, researchers suggest in a new report.


This Year’s Top Commercial Stories: 1031s, Marijuana Clauses, & More
[link removed]

The 1031 like-kind exchange became a pressing topic for the real estate industry this year. Read about that and more in these popular stories.


We Recommend


Foundation Red Flags
[link removed]

A Miami condo collapse in June raised questions about the stability of home and condo foundations. Advise clients to heed these warnings.


How to Turn Your Area Into a Hot Market
[link removed]

Learn five key attributes of the most promising real estate markets of 2022 and how to identify or create similar characteristics in your community.


The Ultimate Smart Home: Light Strips
[link removed]

Creative, custom lighting in a home is easier to achieve than ever. Light strips are an affordable way to personalize and liven up a space. Here are some popular options homeowners might consider.


From Our Blogs


STYLED, STAGED & SOLD

Hot Home Trend: A Textured Kitchen Island
[link removed]

Beyond a fresh coat of paint, this kitchen showpiece is getting some extra treatment.


YPN LOUNGE

4 Important Lessons For New Real Estate Pros
[link removed]

Glean tips for getting in the right mindset to manage your own business.


[link removed]

Facebook
[link removed]

LinkedIn
[link removed]

Twitter
[link removed]

YouTube
[link removed]

[link removed]

HEADQUARTERS
430 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611-4087
800-874-6500

DC OFFICE
500 New Jersey Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20001-2020
800-874-6500


PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL.

As a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, you are entitled to receive the most updated information on the programs, products and services offered by the association. Update your e-mail preferences
[link removed] (login required) or unsubscribe [link removed] from this newsletter. Advertise
[email protected] in this newsletter. Questions? [email protected]

View our Terms of Use
[link removed] and Privacy Policy
[link removed]