NAR: House hunters have never made faster purchase decisions

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National Association of REALTORS®
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January 21, 2022


Buyers Tour Fewest Homes Ever
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Dwindling inventory and increased competition forced house hunters to make fast decisions last year, an NAR analysis finds.


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Average Size of Mortgage Loan Hits Record High
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Data suggests that first-time buyers are struggling even more to afford higher home prices.


Mortgage Rates Surge for Third Consecutive Week
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The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is up 45 basis points in less than a month.


IRS to Require Selfie to Access Online Taxes
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This summer, the Internal Revenue Service will begin requiring taxpayers to use facial recognition to access certain tools on its website.


Consumers’ Preferences for the ‘Perfect’ Kitchen
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A new survey reveals the top features buyers want as well as their pet peeves for this prime spot in the home.


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NAR President: This Year Is Written in the Stars
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Leslie Rouda Smith shares some fun facts and reveals why 2022 may be the perfect year for her to lead the national association. She’s planning to chart a new path. [link removed]


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Help Clients Downsize—and Have Fun Doing It
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