Posts by bri@ccar.net
Changes to Matrix Auto Email Verbiage
Changes to Matrix Auto Email Verbiage Information Courtesy of NTREIS Minor changes were made to the Auto Email default messaging, which are displayed below. “Current” reflects the old messaging and “New” reflects the changes just made. The default email is clearer and more concise and can still be customized by the agent. Categories CCAR Events…
Read MoreChanges to National Flood Insurance Program will Have Significant Impact on Real Estate Industry
Changes to National Flood Insurance Program will Have Significant Impact on Real Estate Industry By Ronald Hodges, REALTOR®, Member of CCAR’s REALTOR®/Lender Committee Key Changes FEMA-NFIP Effective Oct. 1, 2021, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) made significant changes to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) factoring into insurance pricing modeling more elements that…
Read MoreCollin County Home Prices Continue to Rise Due to Lack of Inventory and High Demand
Collin County Home Prices Continue to Rise Due to Lack of Inventory and High Demand The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that home sales continued to outpace new listings throughout Collin County as homes continued to sell faster and for more money than the year before. In September, Collin County had 6.6% fewer…
Read MoreHave You Seen Us in the News Lately?
Have You Seen Us in the News Lately? The real estate market is on top of many North DFW residents’ minds, and CCAR is proud to be a leading source of market information. Have you seen us in the news lately? Home sales continue to outpace new listings in Collin County, as median price jumps…
Read MoreTexas Condominium and Townhome Sales Increase, Median Price Rises from 2020 to 2021
Texas Condominium and Townhome Sales Increase, Median Price Rises from 2020 to 2021 Texas condominium and townhome sales rose between July 2020 and June 2021, compared to the same period the previous year, according to the 2021 edition of the Texas Condominium Sales Report released today by Texas Realtors. The number of condominiums sold across the state…
Read MoreCollin County Resumes Familiar Trajectory of Shrinking Inventory
Collin County Resumes Familiar Trajectory of Shrinking Inventory The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that despite seeing signs of possible housing market stabilization in July, August home sales outpaced new listings, continuing the familiar trajectory of shrinking inventory. In August, 7.0% fewer new listings entered the market (1,710 vs. 1,839) and 8.2% more…
Read MoreBe a REALTOR® In Action on NTX Giving Day
Be a REALTOR® In Action on NTX Giving Day Donate Now What happens when a refrigerator of food spoils from lost power and a family can’t afford to replace it? Where do North Texas non-profits get funding to continue to care for the community? One place funding can be found and refrigerators filled is the…
Read MoreSigns of a Stabilizing Real Estate Market Emerge in Collin County
Signs of a Stabilizing Real Estate Market Emerge in Collin County The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that July showed signs of a stabilizing housing market as new listings and homes under contract remain stable when compared to the year prior. In July, 1.1% fewer new listings entered the market (2,224 vs. 2,249)…
Read MoreCollin County’s Home Inventory Crisis Becomes the New Norm
Collin County’s Home Inventory Crisis Becomes the New Norm The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that, despite increased profits, homeowners remained reluctant to sell in June. This continued reluctance increased ongoing inventory shortages, as demand remained strong for North Texas homes. In June, homes remained on the market for 15 days, 70.0% less…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Clear Cooperation and Coming Soon Status with Kinski Moss
What You Need to Know About Clear Cooperation and Coming Soon Status with Kinski Moss On June 24, 2021, Kinski Moss, Texas REALTORS® Director of Board Services, joined CCAR’s virtual Broker/Manager and Independent Broker Network (IBN) event to provide a clear understanding of how to avoid Clear Cooperation fines. Kinski’s presentation answered the question, “Why…
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