National Association of REALTORS®

Existing-home sales increased by 0.2% in April. Sales increased in the Midwest and the South, were unchanged in the Northeast, and declined in the West. bit.ly/3zoma4w

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Your NAR This Week update: A new “Change Agents” episode welcomed James Dwiggins to discuss the NextHome deal with eXp Realty. The Policy Team is working on opposing rent control in New York and an increase in copyright fees. Jessica Lautz, our deputy chief economist, broke down the latest existing-home sales data and the Housing Affordability Index.

Make an impact where it matters most—your own community. Join the National Association of REALTORS® for the 2026 REALTOR® Volunteer Days, which takes place May 30 – June 7. Whether you volunteer at a local event or support a cause you love, every act of service counts. Learn more: nar.realtor/realtors-are-g…

May presents various seasonal indicators that signal a market shift driven by higher demand and stabilizing supply, making it a unique month that sets the stage for the summer. Learn more: bit.ly/4tL5Bfn

NAR Senior Policy Representative Nia Duggins explains NAR’s position on the Department of Labor’s proposed new rule on how workers are classified as independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Learn more: bit.ly/435nZ6R

A large box of diapers costs around $50. So does a small bag of groceries. You’re a mom or a dad and you can only afford one. Which one? REALTOR® Rocky Balsamo wants to help parents avoid that kind of painful choice. His sixth annual diaper drive benefits HomeFront, a nonprofit battling homelessness, especially for women and children. This year, he collected 5,317 diapers and three cases of baby wipes thanks to his real estate team, neighbors, family, friends and clients. "As a kid from a loving single-parent household, I know what it's like to do without,” says Rocky, a 2012 Good Neighbor Award winner. “I watched my mom struggle to take care of the seven of us with little more than public assistance and the kind help of strangers. Whenever I can, I will always be that for someone else's family." #FeelGoodFriday #RealtorsAreGoodNeighbors #GoodNeighborAwards #WhereAreTheyNow @NJ_REALTORS

The real estate industry stands at a crossroads. Will it move forward with greater scale and transparency, or risk becoming more fragmented? James Dwiggins, co‑founder and president of @nexthomere, talks with NAR CMCO @bennettrich about why he believes the coming years will be defining ones for real estate. The latest episode of the “Change Agents” podcast goes beyond the headlines to explain what’s at stake and what comes next. Listen now! bit.ly/4nqMYLf

April showed slightly improved market conditions for sellers, even compared to the previous year. Sellers received an average of 2.5 offers, and 21% received more than the home's asking price. Gain additional insights in the REALTORS® Confidence Index: bit.ly/2GFPb3O

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Gen X purchased the highest share of multigenerational homes at 19%, according to the 2026 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report. The top motivations for combining households across all age groups were to care for aging parents, to save on costs, and because adult children were moving back home. Explore the report: bit.ly/4sGXMG9

"I think we're at a tipping point in our business.” James Dwiggins, co‑founder and president of @nexthomere, discusses the rise of consolidation, unpacks eXp World Holdings’ acquisition of the company, and shares why keeping the consumer at the center matters more than ever. Tune in to the full conversation on the latest “Change Agents” podcast episode, hosted by NAR CMCO @bennettrich. bit.ly/4nqMYLf

NAR Senior Policy Representative Austin Perez outlines NAR’s opposition to the proposed 40% increase in fees for registration of copyright by multiple listing services. Learn more: bit.ly/4nmOQEI

Baby boomers remained the biggest force of home buyers and sellers, proving to be a powerful backbone to the housing market, according to the 2026 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report. Gain additional insights: bit.ly/4sGXMG9

NAR is proud to recognize and partner with the Asian Real Estate Association of America, a nationwide nonprofit trade association committed to enhancing the quality of life and expanding homeownership opportunities in AANHPI communities. Learn how you can take your real estate expertise worldwide with a CIPS designation. bit.ly/4wncR2R

Older millennials are leveraging home equity to become move-up buyers, while younger millennials are more likely to be first-time buyers. Explore the 2026 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report for more insights: bit.ly/4sGXMG9

A focus of NAR this quarter was strengthening how the REALTOR® brand shows up for consumers. This work helps them better understand the REALTOR® value while preserving the trust, credibility, and competitive advantage you gain from the brand. Explore the Strategic Plan 2026 Update: bit.ly/4cVjrER

The housing market is still finding its footing this spring. Existing-home sales increased 0.2% in April, according to NAR’s Existing-Home Sales report. Sales climbed in the Midwest and South, held steady in the Northeast, and slowed in the West as buyers and sellers continue adjusting to today’s market conditions.

Gen Z buyers are more likely than any other generation to be single home buyers. Gain more insights in the 2026 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report: bit.ly/4sGXMG9

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