May 9, 2025 (National Association of Realtors (NAR) (via LinkedIn)) –
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) posted 19 LinkedIn updates from May 2 to May 9, 2025. These posts covered a wide range of topics, including market trends, community initiatives, professional development, and industry insights. Let's delve into the key areas of focus for NAR during this period.
Market Trends and Economic Insights
NAR shared several updates on current market trends and economic indicators. According to the 2025 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report, younger buyers continue to rely on savings for down payments, while older buyers use proceeds from selling previous homes. The report also revealed that 62% of recent buyers were married couples, leveraging dual incomes to overcome affordability challenges. Interestingly, Gen Z showed the highest percentage of single female buyers.
In the first quarter of 2025, over 80% of metro markets (189 out of 228) saw home price gains, despite 30-year fixed mortgage rates ranging from 6.63% to 7.04%. This data suggests a resilient housing market despite high interest rates.
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun commented on the U.S. economy adding 177,000 payroll jobs, with average weekly earnings of $1,237, providing context on the broader economic landscape affecting the real estate market.
Generational trends in home buying
Buyer demographics and affordability challenges
Q1 2025 home price gains across metro markets
U.S. job market and earnings update
Community Initiatives and Social Responsibility
NAR highlighted several community-focused initiatives undertaken by realtors. A standout story featured REALTOR® Cathlene Torgerson and Knock Knock Angels Washington State, who help families in crisis by transforming empty houses into fully furnished homes. In 2024, they completed 27 full home makeovers and supported 67 families across Washington state.
The Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association members were recognized for their volunteer work at a local Ronald McDonald House, preparing meals, cleaning, and organizing spaces for families with critically ill children.
NAR also promoted the upcoming REALTOR® Volunteer Days, encouraging members to support various causes and highlighting that realtors volunteer at three times the rate of the general population.
Realtors transform houses for families in crisis
REALTORS® support Ronald McDonald House
Upcoming REALTOR® Volunteer Days initiative
Professional Development and Resources
NAR offered various resources and professional development opportunities for its members. These included a webinar on supporting clients through major financial changes, a Mental Wellness Toolkit to prioritize personal well-being, and a consumer guide on agency and non-agency relationships in real estate transactions.
The association also promoted its tools designed to help real estate professionals manage relationships, data, and deadlines more effectively, emphasizing the importance of streamlined work processes in the industry.
Webinar on client financial transitions
Mental Wellness Toolkit for realtors
Guide on agency relationships in real estate
NAR tools for efficient real estate management
Industry Insights and Best Practices
Several posts focused on providing practical advice and industry insights. NAR shared that 29% of real estate agents reported a 1% to 10% increase in the dollar value offered when staging sellers' homes, according to the 2025 Profile of Home Staging. The association also offered tips on landscaping and front porch staging to enhance a property's appeal.
NAR President Kevin Sears discussed the newly announced Multiple Listing Options for Sellers policy, explaining its benefits for consumers. Additionally, the association's podcast, Real Estate Today, addressed various topics including the difference between preapproval and prequalification, factors determining property listing prices, and expert tips for sellers.
Impact of home staging on property value
Landscaping tips for property appeal
New MLS policy explanation
Real Estate Today podcast insights
Other Noteworthy Updates
NAR also shared updates on Sherry Chris's consulting role, focusing on addressing brokers' pressing needs, and highlighted the association's participation in a small business leaders' roundtable with Majority Whip Tom Emmer, discussing support for Main Street America.
In conclusion, NAR's LinkedIn activity during this period demonstrates the association's commitment to providing valuable market insights, promoting community engagement, offering professional development resources, and addressing key industry issues. These efforts reflect NAR's role in supporting realtors and shaping the real estate industry landscape.
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