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2020 President’s Report from David Long
2020 President’s Report from David Long The year 2020 is certainly a year that will not be forgotten. It has affected all of us, some in minor ways and some in more major ways. However, thanks to a strong political advocacy movement at the national, state, and local levels, real estate remained an essential business…
Read MoreHow Low Can it Go? Collin County’s Housing Market Had 1.1 Months’ Supply of Homes in November
The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that, in November, Collin County’s housing inventory indicated that it would be completely sold out in 1.1 months if the 12-month average sales rate continued. This data point, referred to as the months’ supply of homes, was 62.5% less in November 2020 compared to the same time…
Read MoreDallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Named Among Top Ten Markets During and Post-COVID
A group of more than 20 leading economic and housing experts, including National Association of REALTORS® Chief Economist Lawrence Yun, participated in a consensus economic and real estate forecast that projects GDP growth of 3.5% and an annual unemployment rate of 6.2% in 2021. Housing prices are expected to climb 8% next year and 5.5%…
Read MoreWant a Part in Interviewing CCAR’s Potential 2022 Leadership? Apply Now to Serve on CCAR’s Nominating Committee
Want a Part in Interviewing CCAR’s Potential 2022 Leadership? Apply Now to Serve on CCAR’s Nominating Committee CCAR is currently accepting applications from REALTOR® members who are interested in serving on CCAR’s Nominating Committee and who are not currently serving on CCAR’s Board of Directors. The Nominating Committee’s primary purpose is to: To interview all qualified candidates for Officer and…
Read MoreDespite Pandemic, Texas Home Ownership Hits All-Time High
Despite Pandemic, Texas Home Ownership Hits All-Time High Texas’ homeownership rate is at an all-time high of 70 percent, according to the latest Texas Housing Insight report from the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University. The state rate exceeds the nation’s 67.4 percent for the first time since 2012. “Strong sales activity during the…
Read MoreThe New Evolution of the Home
The New Evolution of the Home Originally Published in the November 2020 Edition of North DFW Real Producers Magazine Take a peek beneath the Christmas tree and you will have all the information you need to identify the new evolution of the home, SmartHomes. For multiple years now, SmartHome gadgets have lead the way as…
Read MoreCollin County Housing Inventory Hits New Lows
Collin County Housing Inventory Hits New Lows The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that Collin County’s October housing inventory hit lows not seen since the housing boom of 2015, while home sales continued to climb. In October, Collin County had 56.4% more homes under contract compared to the same time last year, and…
Read MoreCongratulations to Jessica Barker: CCAR’s New Professional Development Director
Congratulations to Jessica Barker: CCAR’s New Professional Development Director It is with great excitement that CCAR announces Jessica Barker has been named CCAR’s new Professional Development Director. Jessica brings a vast array of experience to this position, and looks forward to embracing new technology to make CCAR courses more convenient than ever. “While 2020 has…
Read More2020 General Election Voting and REALTOR® Party Supported Candidates
2020 General Election Voting and REALTOR® Party Supported Candidates Election Day: Tuesday, November 3 Early Voting Dates: October 13-30 Voting Information and Locations: Collin County | Denton County | Dallas County The 2020 General Election is November 3. Please keep in mind that the general election consists of offices at the local, state, and…
Read MoreAffordability Conundrum Continues for Collin County
Affordability Conundrum Continues for Collin County The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that home sales continued to outpace new listings in September, reducing housing affordability across the county. Collin County had 53.5% more homes under contract in September 2020 compared to the same time last year, and 5.1% fewer new listings (1,647 vs.…
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