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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION AND BORA INTRODUCE REVOLUTIONARY INDUCTION DOWNDRAFT COOKTOP TECHNOLOGY TO NORTH AMERICA

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Monday, February 26, 2024
NAR, Innovation system, Whirlpool Corporation, Kitchen, Cooking, KitchenAid, KBIS, JennAir, Home appliance

BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Whirlpool Corporation and BORA share the belief that the kitchen is the hub of the home and is a space that should be redesigned through a lens that pushes boundaries while merging technology and function. Founded on the mutual passion to question the ordinary, the two companies are collaborating to bring the best induction downdraft technology exclusively to JennAir and KitchenAid brand induction downdraft cooktops in North America in 2025.

Key Points: 
  • Founded on the mutual passion to question the ordinary, the two companies are collaborating to bring the best induction downdraft technology exclusively to JennAir and KitchenAid brand induction downdraft cooktops in North America in 2025.
  • In recent years, consumers in North America have continued to adopt induction technology and within the cooktop industry, induction has grown roughly 62% since 20181.
  • In fact, the JennAir brand's history with downdraft technology dates back to 1965 when founder Lou Jenn invented downdraft technology, changing the kitchen forever.
  • To learn more more about Whirlpool Corporation and BORA, visit the Whirlpool Corporation Booth (#W2201) and BORA Booth (#W2230) at KBIS this week.

Miami-Dade County Total Home Sales, Total Dollar Volume Rise

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
Total, MLS, Partnership, News, Sale, Multiple listing service, Fed, Human back, Freddie Mac, NAR, REO, Statistics, State, Housing, Property management

MIAMI, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Miami-Dade County total home sales and total dollar volume rose year-over-year as South Florida real estate continues to outpace the nation even as mortgage rates return to the 7% range, according to January 2024 statistics released by the MIAMI Association of Realtors (MIAMI) and the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system.

Key Points: 
  • Miami-Dade total home sales increased 0.9% and total dollar volume jumped 19% year-over-year in January 2024.
  • The statistics would be much stronger if they included South Florida's robust developer new construction market and volume.
  • Miami total new listings increased 21.7% year-over-year in January 2024, from 3,257 to 3,963.
  • Miami total dollar volume totaled $1.3 billion in January 2024.

Texas Realtors Announces 2023 Realtor of the Year

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mario Arriaga of the Houston Association of Realtors was named the 2023 Texas Realtor of the Year at the Texas Realtors Winter Meeting. Arriaga started his real estate career in 1974 and has made invaluable contributions to the Realtor association, the real estate industry, and the greater Houston community.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mario Arriaga of the Houston Association of Realtors was named the 2023 Texas Realtor of the Year at the Texas Realtors Winter Meeting.
  • "Texas Realtor of the Year is awarded to an individual who embodies unwavering dedication to our industry and the public," said Jef Conn, chairman of Texas Realtors.
  • Among Arriaga's contributions at Texas Realtors include him leading the Public Policy Oversight Committee, receiving the Texas Realtors Strike Force Award for Grassroots Advocacy twice, serving as a TREPAC trustee, and being a champion for the association's Data Relevancy Project.
  • Rick Perry as an advisory board member for the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M.

United Real Estate Delivers 13% Growth in Agent Count Despite 2.1% Fewer Agents Industry-Wide

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
Axios, Real estate, National Association, Forecasting, Investment, News, Growth, National Association of Realtors, Sale, Learning, COVID, NAR, Population growth, Housing

DALLAS, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- United® Real Estate (United), the major-market residential division of United Real Estate Group, posted strong net agent count growth throughout all four quarters of 2023, outperforming the national real estate market by 14.7% at year-end 2023 and exceeding the 20,000-agent mark.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- United® Real Estate (United), the major-market residential division of United Real Estate Group, posted strong net agent count growth throughout all four quarters of 2023, outperforming the national real estate market by 14.7% at year-end 2023 and exceeding the 20,000-agent mark.
  • NAR reported a 1.7% annual decrease in the number of real estate agents nationwide in 2023.
  • United Real Estate's total number of affiliated real estate professionals increased 13% during 2023, growing from 18,102 agents at year-end 2022 to 20,467 agents at year-end 2023.
  • United's upward trend in agent count does not follow the conventional trend of contraction observed during real estate market downturns.

Florida Realtors® Thanks NAR Realtors® Relief Foundation: $100K to Help Severe Weather Victims in The Panhandle

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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Thanks to the National Association of Realtors' (NAR) Realtors Relief Foundation and their generous donation to help victims of Hurricane Ian, people can find the housing assistance they need to rebuild their homes and their lives."

Key Points: 
  • Thanks to the National Association of Realtors' (NAR) Realtors Relief Foundation and their generous donation to help victims of Hurricane Ian, people can find the housing assistance they need to rebuild their homes and their lives."
  • Qualifications for the Realtors Relief Foundation assistance include:
    Individual grants may be approved up to a limit of $2,500 per household.
  • Rental cost due to displacement from the primary residence resulting from the severe weather events of Jan. 9, 2024.
  • For more info, including how to apply and the applications for assistance, go to Florida Realtors website at: https://www.floridarealtors.org/about/charities/disaster-relief-fund .

Texas Realtors Announces 2023 Texas Real Estate Award Winners

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Realtors celebrated exceptional members and local Realtors associations at this year's annual Texas Realtors Winter Meeting February 12 in Austin. The Texas Realtors Awards spotlight individuals and organizations that have demonstrated remarkable dedication to, excellence in and positive impact on the real estate industry. 

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Realtors celebrated exceptional members and local Realtors associations at this year's annual Texas Realtors Winter Meeting February 12 in Austin.
  • The Texas Realtors Awards spotlight individuals and organizations that have demonstrated remarkable dedication to, excellence in and positive impact on the real estate industry.
  • "The Texas Realtors Awards highlight the exemplary contributions made by professionals and associations to our industry," said Jef Conn, 2024 chairman of Texas Realtors.
  • "This year's winners have set a remarkable standard, showcasing their commitment to advancing the real estate landscape and enriching our communities."

The BSV Association Announces the Implementation of Dynamic Security Enhancements

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Friday, February 16, 2024
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ZUG, Switzerland, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The BSV Association (BSVA), the steward of the BSV Blockchain protocol, announces the implementation of new security updates to its operational framework, including the Network Access Rules (NAR), Digital Asset Recovery (DAR) and the reimplementation of the Alert System.

Key Points: 
  • ZUG, Switzerland, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The BSV Association (BSVA), the steward of the BSV Blockchain protocol, announces the implementation of new security updates to its operational framework, including the Network Access Rules (NAR), Digital Asset Recovery (DAR) and the reimplementation of the Alert System.
  • These strategic enhancements are designed to uphold the integrity, security, and functionality of the BSV network, in accordance with the original vision of the Bitcoin White Paper.
  • The Network Access Rules is the set of rules regulating the relationship between the BSV Association and the nodes on BSV.
  • It details their duties and obligations to the network and their relationship with the Association.

The BSV Association Announces the Implementation of Dynamic Security Enhancements

Retrieved on: 
Friday, February 16, 2024
Bitcoin, DAR, Freezing, BSV, Bitcoin network, Publishing, Blockchain, White paper, NAR, AS, Theft, Cryptocurrency

ZUG, Switzerland, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The BSV Association (BSVA), the steward of the BSV Blockchain protocol, announces the implementation of new security updates to its operational framework, including the Network Access Rules (NAR), Digital Asset Recovery (DAR) and the reimplementation of the Alert System.

Key Points: 
  • ZUG, Switzerland, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The BSV Association (BSVA), the steward of the BSV Blockchain protocol, announces the implementation of new security updates to its operational framework, including the Network Access Rules (NAR), Digital Asset Recovery (DAR) and the reimplementation of the Alert System.
  • These strategic enhancements are designed to uphold the integrity, security, and functionality of the BSV network, in accordance with the original vision of the Bitcoin White Paper.
  • The Network Access Rules is the set of rules regulating the relationship between the BSV Association and the nodes on BSV.
  • It details their duties and obligations to the network and their relationship with the Association.

"Mobile Mortgage Mom" Begins 12,000 mile Cross-Country Trek to Educate and Provide Access to Home Ownership

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
NAR, RV, Dog, National Association, City, American Dream, Multimedia, Education, University, Real estate

Jordan will also be teaming-up with local real estate companies to offer free seminars detailing the mortgage process for young, aspiring home buyers.

Key Points: 
  • Jordan will also be teaming-up with local real estate companies to offer free seminars detailing the mortgage process for young, aspiring home buyers.
  • The full list of cities and locations where Jordan will be visiting can be found at: "Where's Jordan?"
  • Throughout her initial 7-month long tour, Jordan will be documenting her travels and experiences on the road for her more than 250,000 followers.
  • Those requesting a visit by Jordan during her tour can submit a request at Mobile Mortgage Mom .

More Than 85% of Metro Areas Posted Home Price Gains in Fourth Quarter of 2023

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
NAR, National Association, Family, Housing, Real estate

Single-family existing-home sales prices climbed in 86% of measured metro areas – 189 of 221 – in the fourth quarter, up from 82% in the previous quarter.

Key Points: 
  • Single-family existing-home sales prices climbed in 86% of measured metro areas – 189 of 221 – in the fourth quarter, up from 82% in the previous quarter.
  • Fifteen percent of the 221 tracked metro areas experienced double-digit price gains over the same period, up from 11% in the third quarter.
  • Among the major U.S. regions, the South posted the largest share of single-family existing-home sales (45%) in the fourth quarter, with year-over-year price appreciation of 3.2%.
  • Less than one-fifth of markets (14%; 32 of 221) experienced home price declines in the fourth quarter, down from 17% in the third quarter.