Michael Crist

The REALTORS® Confidence Index (RCI)[1] survey gathers monthly information from REALTORS® about local real estate market conditions, characteristics of buyers and sellers, and issues affecting homeownership and real estate transactions.[2] This report presents key results about market transactions from February 2019. View and download the full report here. Market Conditions and Expectations The REALTORS® Buyer… Continue Reading REALTORS® Confidence Index Survey: February 2019 Highlights

A library in a tree, a Game of Thrones global scavenger hunt, make your own KFC sandwich and much more, compiled by Anne-Marie Siudzinski, Senior Library Information Specialist. What can you do with a tree stump besides cut it down?  Make a library, of course! A high school production of Alien is getting great reviews.… Continue Reading What We’re Reading: March 25-29

There has been considerable media interest in the litigation filed on March 6 challenging the MLS system and the way that broker commissions are paid. The following are FAQs about the case. 1. Is it okay to discuss the lawsuit with my clients? Absolutely. Brokers and agents are encouraged to have transparent conversations with current… Continue Reading Update on Class Action Antitrust Lawsuit

NAR released a summary of pending home sales data showing that February’s pending home sales pace was down modestly 1.0 percent last month and fell 4.9 percent from a year ago. Pending sales represent homes that have a signed contract to purchase on them but have yet to close. They tend to lead existing-home Sales… Continue Reading February 2019 Pending Home Sales

By Lee Davenport You may not have been in Atlanta to experience Super Bowl LIII but a quick scroll of the related hashtags will have you reliving some of the greatest moments of the week as if you were there. Capturing and memorializing such cherished experiences that sparks engagement, camaraderie, and a warm-fuzzy brand sentiment… Continue Reading What the Super Bowl in Atlanta Revealed About Social Media Magic

By metro area Based on the headlines, home prices outpace wage growth. Indeed, in the last six years home prices increased 47 percent while wages rose 16 percent. What do these percentage changes actually mean for a typical homebuyer? How much did the typical salary increase in dollars? How much more do buyers need to… Continue Reading Wage Versus Home Price Growth

By Karen Post, guest contributor In today’s competitive marketplace, if a listing is going to stand out, and say “tour me” it needs to do more than show rooms. It needs to project a lifestyle for potential buyers. To achieve this dream home result, you must think beyond furnishings and decor. You’ve got to think… Continue Reading Staging Tips for the Coffee Table Top

NAR released a summary of existing-home sales data showing that housing market activity this February, bounced back and was up 11.8 percent from January 2019. Despite the month over month gains, sales of existing-homes dropped 1.8 percent from February 2018. February’s existing home sales reached a 5.51 million seasonally adjusted annual rate, the highest since… Continue Reading February 2019 Existing-Home Sales

 Outrageously expensive sneakers, choosing a paint color, The Flintstones House, giving your brain a rest, and much more, compiled by Anne-Marie Siudzinski, Senior Library Information Specialist. Apps to help you choose a paint color. BarbaraLN/flickr/2011 A house built around an old New Jersey trolley. Two eagles in a relationship–it’s complicated. Pushing back against eminent domain… Continue Reading What We’re Reading: March 18-22