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NAR keeps Clear Cooperation but adds delayed-marketing option 

The new policy allows sellers to put off marketing their properties for a period of time to be determined by their local MLSs. 

Land ho! A ‘boathouse’ on solid ground in Sarasota

This property is actually two properties: a landlocked “boathouse,” plus its own personal lighthouse.

Realty Executives partners with Lofty

Realty Executives International is now partnered with Lofty, a tech company that uses AI to power its CRM platform.

Phoenix home sales rise year over year in February 

Nationally, home sales were down 2.6% year over year and up 8.4% month over month, RE/MAX said. 

Homebuyers motivated nationwide

Indicators of homebuying demand and activity are on the rise nationwide, according to a new report from Redfin.

The 10 most expensive new listings in Arizona

The priciest new listing in the Grand Canyon State is a $25 million property in Paradise Valley that features koi ponds, streams, gardens and an antique greenhouse.

NAR: Existing-home sales rise in February; market ‘flashing encouraging signs’ 

The median existing-home price was also on the upswing last month, providing homeowners a bit of refuge as the stock market undergoes a correction, Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said in the monthly report. 

Why single-woman homebuyers seriously surpass male counterparts

Single women made up 20% of total homebuyers between 2023 and 2024. That’s compared to just an 8% share for single men.

Housing starts post surprisingly big jump in February 

The pace of new-home construction was higher than economists expected, even as homebuilders expressed concern about the impact of tariffs and supply-side challenges. 

NAR: Black homeownership still lags other racial groups despite highest annual increase

At the same time, Asian and Hispanic homeownership increased as well.

Real estate stocks hold firm during rough week on Wall Street

The week’s biggest real estate winner was Redfin, which saw its stock nearly double.

Energy-efficient skylight and ventilation company expands into Arizona

The company provides energy efficiency solutions for homeowners, including tubular skylights, which redirect sunlight indoors while blocking excessive heat.

Is Compass acquiring HomeServices of America?

Compass is in “advanced talks” to acquire competitor HomeServices of America, per The Wall Street Journal. But the HomeServices of America CEO says it isn’t true.

The 10 most expensive homes sold in Arizona in February

Agents from Realty ONE Group, Compass and HomeSmart were responsible for the most transaction sides on February’s list of the 10 most expensive home sales in Arizona.

Matthew Cenedella named CFO for NAR

Matthew Cenedella replaces John Pierpoint, who will retire at the end of the month after nearly 40 years with the association.

Phoenix builders earn Gold, Silver awards at The Nationals

A number of Phoenix-area homebuilders received top honors at The Nationals, an award ceremony from NAHB recognizing outstanding achievements in new construction.

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