REALTORS® are “strongly confident” about the housing market’s outlook, but confidence has eased somewhat since the beginning of this spring. Here’s what has them most concerned.

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Sales of newly built single-family homes fell to the lowest level since last November, but builders remain upbeat that the housing recovery is still intact.

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The rental market reached new highs in June as rental prices continued to surge.

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A new survey by Century 21 reveals “a critical need” for real estate professionals to understand the particular needs and unique challenges faced by home buyers who have disabilities or live with someone who does.

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Out of 1.8 million active listings in the U.S. at the end of May, more than 32,000 were on or near one of about 300 Civil War battle sites.

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Whether hosting a buyer or seller seminar or making a sales pitch at your next listing presentation, use these tips to strengthen your speaking skills.
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