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- · NAR reports 3.2% increase in May existing-home sales
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What sources say
"The NAR's report shows a 0.2% seasonally adjusted increase in existing-home sales in April, with unsold inventory up 5.8%."
"NAR reported April existing-home sales rose 0.2% to a 4.02 million SAAR, flat year over year. Inventory increased to 1.47 million units, supply rose to 4.4..."
"From the NAR: NAR Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 0.2% Increase in April. Total Existing-Home Sales for April. 0.2% increase in existing-home..."
"April saw more homes listed for sale compared to March, which means more options for buyers to choose from. Home values are also continuing to increase,..."
"U.S. existing home sales rebounded less than expected in April, and could struggle to gain altitude as mortgage rates remain elevated and rising inflation..."
"Sales of previously owned homes rose just 0.2% month over month in April. Housing analysts had expected a gain of more than 3%. The average rate on the..."
"Sales growth stalls: Existing home sales in April increased only 0.2% from March, missing forecasts and showing no year-over-year change."
"Existing home sales increased by 0.2% month-over-month in April, according to the National Association of REALTORS Existing-Home Sales report."
"Existing-home sales edged up 0.2%, well below economist expectations and extending the industry's long slump."
"Sales rebounded to a 0.2 percent increase in April from a 3.6 percent decline in March, but showed little 'spring' during the peak homebuying season."
"Improving affordability and job growth help the South lead the U.S. in home sales as national prices hit a 34-month high."
"Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes were essentially flat in April, another lackluster showing for the housing market during what's traditionally its..."
"Sales have gone nowhere for over 3 years. Median price keeps rising. The National Association of Realtors reports Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 0.2%..."
"US previously owned home sales rose slightly in April, reaching a 4.02 million annual rate as buyers face record asking prices and high mortgage rates."
"High mortgage rates and economic uncertainty kept US existing home sales flat in April at a 4.02 million annual rate, according to NAR data."
"American homeowners sold fewer homes than expected in April, suggesting that the housing market remains sluggish due to high prices and elevated mortgage..."
"The Real Brokerage's Agent Optimism Index rose to 64 in April, indicating increased agent confidence for the next 12 months despite being below February's level."
"The Real Brokerage Inc. (NASDAQ: REAX, “Real”), a leading real estate technology platform redefining the industry through innovation and culture,..."
"Toepfer Transport's monthly multipurpose rate index held firm in May 2026, with the average daily time charter rate for a 12500 dwt F-type heavy lift vessel..."
"The government published detailed legislation in scope for the UK-EU SPS Agreement on 9 March 2026, confirming that alignment with EU food, plant health and..."
"The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index has recently hit all-time lows. It's one of several consumer opinion surveys showing a structural..."
"At KXAN, we're keeping track of home prices, and several other data points, to help buyers and sellers stay on top of trends in the market."
"The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Midwest region increased 0.8 percent in April."
"Based on the current trends and my understanding of the market dynamics, I believe 2026 will be characterized by a more balanced and sustainable Colorado..."
"Australian Treasurer, Jim Chalmers described this week's Federal Budget as the most important and ambitious in decades. Framed as a “reforming” and..."
"MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Real Brokerage Inc. (NASDAQ: REAX, “Real”), a leading real estate technology platform redefining the industry through innovation..."
"Existing home sales increased by 0.2% in April. Month-over-month sales increased in the Midwest and South, were unchanged in the Northeast, and declined in..."
"Home sales were down four per cent last month compared to April 2025, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association. The national average sale price of..."
"The latest RICS Residential Market Survey for April continues to reflect a subdued housing market, as elevated mortgage rates and ongoing geopolitical..."
"Housing market still in the grip of headwinds stemming from the crisis in the Gulf, says RICS analyst, Tarrant Parsons."
"April U.S. Existing Home Sales: +0.2% M/M to 4.02M vs. 4.050M consensus and 4.01M prior (revised from 3.98M), according to data released by the National..."
"House prices came under increased pressure in April, with signs of a widening regional divide, according to surveyors. A net balance of 34% of property..."
"Existing home sales were essentially flat in April, rising just 0.2% from March as high mortgage rates, limited inventory, and ongoing economic uncertainty..."
"If you're hoping that the summer is going to bring a trend of purchase market prosperity, I hope you're right but there are indications otherwise."
"In the market for a home loan? Search for mortgage brokers, compare mortgage deals, and find out what your monthly payments could look like with our..."
"Small April uptick: Existing home sales increased 0.2% to 4.02 million units, underperforming economists' projections. Price growth slows: Median home price..."
"Realtor.com ranks metros by buyer demand and listing pace, identifying affordable Northeast and Midwest cities as the hottest U.S. housing markets right now."
"This is where home sellers—and homebuyers—have the most power right now, according to Zillow's updated analysis."
"A bombshell new forecast from Zillow finds more than one in three American housing markets heading into decline over the next year."
"National market cooling: Zillow's latest index shows the U.S. housing market at a neutral 55, with buyer leverage growing in many regions."
"Northeast apartment rents are cooling as the region leads the U.S. with a 42% surge in multifamily completions and an 81% spike in new construction starts."
"Citizens Financial Group, a major U.S. regional bank, continues to focus on commercial banking and wealth management amid evolving economic conditions."
"Michigan-based Meijer was ranked among the most trusted grocers in the Midwest, according to BrandSpark and Newsweek."
"HousingWire and MAXA Designs announced the 2025 Exhibit Awards winners, honoring top mortgage and real estate brands at The Gathering."
"The NAR Existing-Home Sales report showed a 3.2% increase in May, with first-time buyers rising to 35% of all buyers amid modest inventory improvements."
"More homes were listed for sale for buyers to choose from in May compared to April, with the values of those homes continuing to increase, a report released..."
"From the NAR: NAR Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 3.2% Increase in May. Month-Over-Month. 3.2% increase in existing-home sales. 3.3% increase in unsold..."
"Existing home sales rose to a five-month high in May as more first-time buyers stepped back into the market. The share of first-time buyer reached 35% in..."
"Existing home sales increased 3.2% in May to a 4.17 million SAAR, with inventory up to 1.55 million or 4.5 months of supply. The median price rose 1.3% year..."
"Lance Murray · June 9, 2026. The National Association of Realtors Existing-Home Sales Report shows that existing-home sales rose by 3.2% month-over-month..."
"Existing-home sales hit a five-month high in May as demand strengthens, though prices reached a record as tight inventory limits supply."
"Sale closings likely benefitted from an earlier drop in mortgage rates. With rates back on the rise, the coming months may be slow for existing home sales."
"Existing-home sales jumped 3.2% in May from April and from a year ago to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.17 million."