“Home sales have struggled to gain traction, but prices continue to rise, contributing to record-high housing wealth,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun.
The rally underscored our industry’s leadership in advancing housing policy and demonstrated the collective strength of Realtors when we unite around a common cause.
Technology continues to lead in private-sector job cuts as companies restructure amid AI integration, slower demand, and efficiency pressures.
Notably, big cities New York (71.7%), Boston (72%), and Chicago (72.6%) joined the top 10 metros with the highest out-of-market search rates.
The Dashboard also includes forward-looking analysis on how many households could qualify to buy a median-priced home if mortgage rates fall to 6%.
Under county ownership, the center will be revitalized and developed into a regional destination for live performances, educational programming, and community events.
Due to stubbornly high mortgage rates, a greater share of international home buyers paid cash—47% compared to 28% among all buyers.
Leasing activity surged this quarter to over 360,000 square feet, a 45% increase from the first quarter of this year, with renewals representing 57% of executed transactions.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes multiple NAR-championed provisions designed to support homeownership, drive investment in housing supply, and strengthen the real estate economy.
The report noted that in Westchester County, the luxury segment remains particularly strong, with significant buyer activity in the $2-million-and-above category.
The book launch will kick off with a celebration at the historic Nyack Bath House on Friday, July 11, followed by a multi-city East Coast book tour.
Indelicato joins the City of Yonkers with over 30 years of experience as an attorney and city planner for several Westchester County municipalities.
BRI officials stated that while the new increases prevent another destructive rent freeze, they once again fall short of what is required to keep up with rising costs.
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