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Listings rising twice as fast as sales, but buyer demand continues to outpace supply New listings up 20.3 % ; pending sales rose 7 . 7% The median sales price increased 4 . 5 % to $3 5 0 , 0 0 0 The average market time was flat at 4 2 days on market ( May 1 5 , 202 4 ) – According to new data from Minnesota Realtors ®, seller activity increased, and buyers were also more active compared to April of 202 3 . H ome prices and inventory both rose, but affordability issues persist ed due to supply/demand imbalance. Market Activity ...
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Heather   comes to MNR with considerable experience having served as CFO/COO at both the American Clean Power Association and The Nature Conservancy (External Affairs) , and as a finance executive at General Mills. Additionally, she serves as a board member for the Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness, a member of the Minnesota Chapter of the CFO Leadership Council, and a mentor with TeamWomen and Menttium. “ Heather   comes with a wealth of knowledge and experience in this space ,” said CEO Josh McFall. “ Her expertise in setting and driving organizational priorities and growth, partnered with her collaborative approach , will make ...
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Did you know that Minnesota is home to 53 native tree species ? Research shows that trees can filter pollutants and airborne particles, and act as a natural barrier against the sun's harmful rays, lowering the risk of sunburn. Additionally, trees help reduce mental fatigue and help diminish stressful , urban noises. On your home’s property , trees enhance curb appeal , provide serenity and shade, and often span generations . If you plan to plant a tree in your yard for Arbo r Day, you’ll first want to determine the right species and location. Whether you're a seasoned ...
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Cybercrime is getting worse. And most businesses don’t know they’ve been hit until it’s too late. Fortunately, there are practical ways to safeguard sensitive data. On the morning of October 31, 2023, millions of Americans fell prey to a malicious Halloween trick when their critical personal information was hacked from the networks of Mr. Cooper, one of the nation’s largest loan servicers. Unauthorized access began as early as October 30 and continued through November 1 before Mr. Cooper—formerly Nationstar Mortgage—managed to contain the breach. Armed with the names, addresses, phone numbers, birth dates, bank account numbers, and Social ...
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Spring market is in full swing, thanks to higher sales and more listings New listings up 7 . 3 % ; pending sales rose 1 1 . 0 % The median sales price increased 4 . 7 % to $3 35 , 0 0 0 The average market time was down 3. 9 % to 49 days ( Apr . 1 5 , 202 4 ) – According to new data from Minnesota Realtors ®, home buyer and seller activity rose compared to March of 2023. H ome prices also increased , and buyers saw more listings . Market Activity With spring upon us, a growing number of Minnesotans ...
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The broad principles are easy. But the nuances can be harder to understand. These FAQs will test your acumen. Since its passage in 1968, the Fair Housing Act (FHA) has protected millions of Americans from discrimination when renting or buying a home. This includes those applying for mortgages or housing assistance . Yet despite the Act’s widespread acceptance and success, landlords, Realtors ® , and other real estate professionals sometimes inadvertently violate the FHA’s complex provisions. To help you keep your business fully compliant with the law, MNR’s Legal Affairs Team provides insights into the most misunderstood elements of the FHA. ...
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For a modest investment, you can greatly improve household energy efficiency, save money, and lower your environmental impact Sustainability is easily defined: " The process of using and developing resources without depleting them for future generations." Wha t doesn’t seem so easy is practicing sustainability in our businesses and everyday lives . Yet in a world where climate change is wreaking havoc , from massive forest fires in Canada to crumbling ice shelves in Antarctica , sustainability is more important than ever. But what can we as individuals do? Must we abandon our comfy suburban homes for solitary yurts ...
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Since its passage in 1968, the Fair Housing Act (FHA) has protected millions from discrimination in obtaining housing. And while the law’s impact was swift and dramatic, it was the result of more than a century of struggle to overcome the institutionalized racism that followed the end of the American Civil War. 1866—Civil Rights Act Extends Right of Citizenship to All Born in the USA In the wake of the Civil War, the Civil Rights Act guarantees the rights of citizenship to all people born in the United States, regardless of race, color, or former status as a slave. Protections include the right to buy and sell property and ...
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Change is a concept familiar to all real estate professionals. Weathering the swells and dips of the market, adapting to shifting consumer needs, keeping up with trends—change is simply part of the job. For the Impact Home Team of Keller Williams Classic Realty (Impact Home Team) in Blaine , change isn’t just a series of business obstacles to overcome on the way to success — it’s at the core of their mission. The Impact Home Team’s work extends beyond real estate transactions into the heart of their community and even around the globe, where they’re driven to create positive changes in peoples ’ lives . ...
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Fluent in American Sign Language, Realtor® Anna Broadrick is dedicated to helping Deaf clients overcome barriers in real estate and business When Anna Broadrick’s mother dropped her off at daycare one morning in the early 1990s , she had no idea that within a few hours her two-year-old daughter would be using American Sign Language (ASL) . But sometime between playtime , snack time , and time to go home , little Anna became fast friends with a deaf three-year-old who easily conveyed the rudiments of ASL — the primary mode of communication for more than half a million deaf Americans. Broadrick’s ...
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Buyers finding more choices amid ongoing signs of recovery New listings up 34 . 8 % ; pending sales rose 12 . 6 % The median sales price increased 4 . 4 % to $3 29 , 0 0 0 Closed sales up 11.5% to 3,586 ( Mar . 1 8 , 202 4 ) – According to new data from Minnesota Realtors ®, home buyers and sellers were more active across the state with gains in both sales and listings . H ome prices rose while homes sold more quickly than last February . Market Activity With a fifth consecutive year-over-year increase in new listings ...
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The Code of Ethics is a living document that reflects the needs of the real estate profession and the clients it serves. NAR’s changes to the Code are intended to make the manual more accessible, useful, and applicable for all Realtors ® and brokers. NAR’s Professional Standards Committee is updating the Code of Ethics Manual to better reflect contemporary culture in real estate and the nation. They also ar e clarifying details and issues that are commonly misunderstood by members and the public . Code of Ethics Updated with More Gender Neutral and Inclusive Language To keep pace with ...
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Bright shutters, warm brick, and other eye-pleasing elements can come with a hefty price tag. But they’re not the only items driving up the cost of construction. Taking a drive through any new housing development in Minnesota can feel a bit like visiting the set of The Truman Show . There are neat rows of homes faced with warm aprons of brick and stone; windows clad with cheery faux shutters; lush yards bordered by white picket fences where children play in the shade of freshly planted maple and pine trees. All that’s missing is Jim Carrey ’s ch aracter , Truman Burbank , wishing the white- uniformed milkman a ...
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Year off to promising start with gains in listings and sales New listings up 17 . 9 % ; pending sales rose 7 . 7% Closed sales up 7.9% , marking first YOY increase since June 2021 The median sales price increased 3 . 0 % to $3 15 , 0 0 0 The average market time was flat at 52 days ( Feb . 1 5 , 202 4 ) – According to new data from Minnesota Realtors ®, home buyers and sellers started the year strong , posting gains in both sales and listings . H ome prices rose while homes sold in the same amount of time as last January . ...
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Housing policy reform among the issues on the table For the advocacy and lobbying community, it feels like the frenetic 2023 Session just concluded. Nonetheless , today (Monday, February 12) marks the start of the 2024 Legislative Session in Minnesota. Throughout a utumn 2023, the Minnesota Realtors ® (MNR) Governmental Affairs (GA) Committee researched, discussed, and ultimately approved a 2024 Legislative Session a genda that emphasizes long-standing priorities requiring the Legislature’s attention . It also stresses MNR’s continued commitment to defending private property rights and ensuring ...
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Minnesota’s real estate leaders are learning from the past, and building a solid foundation for African American prosperity In observance of Black History Month, The Minnesota Realtor ® met with four Black leaders in the Minnesota real estate industry. Ranging from first-year Realtors ® to brokers with decades of experience, they shared perspectives on important issues like the racial homeownership gap, and the need to build wealth in the state’s African American community. They also considered the importance of expanding diversity in the real estate profession and offered insights into how all Realtors ® can build professionalism ...
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As the year winds down, the housing market tends to follow suit . When Q4 began in October, the real estate market had slowed more than usual due to rising mortgage interest rates—they were near 8% in mid-October and averaged 7.6% for the month. Closed sales were down in October, November, and December, a sign that many buyers and sellers remained hesitant to enter the market given the persistent affordability challenges. Unique Quarter That said, Q4 was unique in a few notable ways . First, new listings were up (YOY) each month, with December seeing the highest increa se—12% more listings hit the market ...
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In 2023, h igh er interest rates continued to weigh on market activit y , yet prices are s till up 2 3 -year high mortgage rates and rising prices increased monthly housing costs and slowed buyer activity Minneapolis –Saint Paul , Minnesota ( January 29 , 20 2 4 ) – After sales reached a 20-year high in 2021 , sales in 202 3 plunged to their lowest level since 201 1. The pendulum always overswings. That decline can mostly be tied to higher interest rates along with rising prices and a shortage of housing supply. Mortgage rates rose nearly three-fold between ...
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Laurie Ganz has been named Minnesota Realtors® (MNR) Senior Director of Professional Development and Broker Outreach . Laurie was hired by MNR in 2019 to be the Director of Professional Development . She has been in the Realtor ® Association industry since 2006, first as an Association Executive for the Vail Board of Realtors ® , and then as the Director for Industry Relations for Realtors ® Property Resou r ce (RPR), a subsidiary of the National Association of Realtors ® ( NAR ) . “ Laurie is a n integral part of the Member Services department at Minnesota Realtors ® , ...
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MINNEAPOLIS , Jan . 16, 2023 — The 2023 housing market closed the year on a high note , as mortgage rates dropped below 7% in late December and new listings rose by 12 % , the third consecutive month of in cre a ses . As of this week, 30-year fixed rates are just above 6.5 % . Since much of 2023 was a high interest-rate environment, even modest rate declines will ignite housing market activity. This is reflected in various metrics from December, most notably pending sales, which were up 8.7 % from last year , marking the first year-over-year increase in that category since November 2021. ...
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