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Starting August 17, 2024, real estate professionals may ask buyers to sign a written agreement before touring homes. However, you do not need a written agreement to attend open houses or inquire about an agent’s services. A written agreement is required only when you begin actively working with an agent, which means receiving services like property identification and tour arrangements. These agreements provide clarity on services and fees and are fully negotiable.
For more details, please click the link to view the full document - https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/documents/consumer-guide-to-open-houses-written-agreements-2024-08-29.pdf
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Wishing everyone a Happy & Safe Holiday Weekend!
In observance of Labor Day, NCJAR Board offices will be CLOSED on Monday, September 2nd.
We will resume our regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 4:30 PM) on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
Enjoy the long weekend, and we look forward to serving you when we return!
Stay safe and celebrate responsibly!
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Please be advised that NCJAR Board offices will close early TODAY at 12 PM on Friday, August 30th.
We appreciate your understanding and wish you a safe and happy start to your holiday weekend!
Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
Thank you for being a part of our community!
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U.S. existing home sales fell 5.4% month-over-month and 5.4% year-over-year to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.89 million units, with monthly sales down in all four regions, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Higher mortgage rates, along with rising sales prices, have kept many prospective buyers on the sidelines, despite more home choices and less competition for those homes.
- Single Family Closed Sales were up 8.6 percent to 1,917.
- Townhouse-Condo Closed Sales were up 1.0 percent to 422.
- Adult Communities Closed Sales were up 3.9 percent to 53.
