Real Estate's Impact on the Economy by the Numbers: A State-by-State Analysis

The housing sector not only provides shelter—a basic human need—but also plays an integral role in both global and local economic growth. Beyond its primary function, the housing sector initiates a series of activities that propel economic growth. Specifically, the housing sector is a significant co

Realtors®' Charitable Giving and Volunteering Increased Last Year

Key Highlights Nearly seven out of 10 (69%) Realtor® members at large volunteered monthly, typically spending eight hours volunteering each month. Ninety-eight percent of association executive (AE) or multiple listing service (MLS) respondents' associations held a fundraiser last year for nonprofits

Navigating the Housing Market: A Seasonal Perspective

While real estate activity has already picked up, it's an opportune time to discuss the housing market's seasonality trends. Seasonality refers to predictable changes in time series data that correlate with certain times of the year (read more on seasonality). Looking at seasonality trends will enha