How Are Homeowners Prepping for Fall Pests?

One in five homeowners notices more indoor pests in the fall than in other seasons, according to a survey by Modern Pest Services. As the weather cools and more critters seek indoor warmth, how concerned are homeowners about keeping unwanted visitors out?  Among survey respondents, the top concern a

The Data Behind Data Centers

What is the relationship between data center growth, employment, housing markets, electricity costs and real estate opportunities? On yesterday’s PAR webinar, National Association of Realtors® economists and research leaders Nadia Evangelou and Matt Christopherson emphasized that association does no

Are Buyers Purchasing Second Homes in Pa. Before First Homes?

The New York Times recently highlighted an emerging trend where buyers are purchasing second homes before first homes, but what does this mean? A Pennsylvania Realtor® says she’s seen this for years in her local market.  Why buy a second home first?  Purchasing a “second home” before a first home ha

POAs and the SPD

Agents and their clients often have questions about what transactions may be exempt from the requirements of the Seller Disclosure Law (spoiler alert: they’re listed on the first page of PAR’s Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement (Form SPD)).   One of the most common exemptions is the one that app