Sellers on Standby Throughout Collin County
Collin County Area Realtors (CCAR) reports that many home sellers were on standby throughout the county as they waited longer and accepted less when selling their home compared to one year ago. In August, Collin County homes remained on the market for an average of 49 days before going under contract for 95.4% of the…
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Affordable Housing Options: A Crucial Concern in Today’s Market
Written By: Jennifer Galvan, Senior Loan Officer with Elevate Home Mortgage and Member of CCAR’s Affiliate Committee With interest rates rising and home purchase prices continuing to escalate, affordable housing options are more vital than ever! One of the primary reasons people hesitate to buy a home is financial constraints. Many individuals struggle to…
Collin County Home Prices Drop While Inventory Remains Steady
CCAR reports no change in home inventory or the number of days a home remained on the market month over month, while July median home prices dropped. In July, 2,302 new listings entered the market, 24.6% more than in July 2023 yet only two more listings than the month prior. This provided buyers with 3.8…
National News: National Association of REALTORS® Reminds Members and Consumers of Real Estate Practice Change Implementation on August 17, 2024
The National Association of Realtors® reminds members, real estate professionals, and consumers that on August 17, 2024 the practice changes following NAR’s Settlement Agreement that would resolve claims brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions will be implemented across the country. NAR recommends all MLSs implement practice changes by August 17. Realtor®…
REALTORS® Make a Difference | Success in Collin County!
Quick action by Collin County members, Government Affairs staff, and the community helped stop a proposal by West Crossing HOA in Anna, Texas to restrict all rentals in the community and impose severe fines for non-compliance. Action: In June, Jason Petrie, Collin County Area REALTORS® Government Affairs Director (GAD), swiftly engaged fellow REALTORS® and the community,…
CCAR Members Receive Complimentary eKEY Upgrade
CCAR eKEY users now have access to the next-level eKEY app as a complimentary upgrade, negotiated by CCAR on their members behalf.
Opportunities Increase for Home Buyers in Collin County
Collin County Area Realtors (CCAR) reports that key market indicators began to favor buyers in June as more homes entered the market, sold for less than the year prior and took longer to sell. In June, 2,300 new listings entered the market, 8.2% more than in June 2023, providing buyers with 3.6 months of inventory.…
Victory in West Crossing: What it Means for You
Collin County Area REALTORS® (CCAR) is thrilled to announce that the proposed rental ban in the West Crossing community was withdrawn in June 2024. This is a clear win for Realtors, their clients, homeowners, and the City of Anna. This outcome demonstrates the power of informed and early engagement by our dedicated Realtors and the…
Congratulations to CCAR Member, Kristin Smith, for Appearance on HGTV’s Battle on the Beach
CCAR is proud to announce that one of our very own has appeared on HGTV’s Battle on the Beach, Season 4! Kristin Smith, daughter of Past CCAR & NAR President, Leslie Rouda Smith, and her wife, Chyenne Smith, showed their creative side as they battle it out, renovation style. You can check out their interview…