South Carolina Association of REALTORS

Realtor.com this week released a new report, “New Construction Insights,” which found South Carolina, North Carolina, and Idaho lead the way when it comes to new home construction. https://realtor.com/research/new-construction-sep-2024/ via

New Construction Insights: Newly-Built Homes Becoming Smaller, More Affordable South Carolina takes the top spot in new construction affordability rankings, as builders nationwide seek to address the US housing shortage.

Mortgage Rates Continue to Tumble

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Fed Cuts Rates by Half Percentage Point

Fed Cuts Rates by Half Percentage Point Officials are hoping to prevent a gradual cooling in the labor market from turning into a deeper freeze.

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Today is National Voter Registration Day and elections are right around the corner! Visit scvotes.gov now to register to vote, check your voter registration status, pull sample ballots, and more.

Mortgage Rates Drop to their Lowest Level Since February 2023

Is the market cooling? Check out SCR's August real estate market reports to find out. Download statewide or localized reports at screaltors.org/marketreports.

Members of the South Carolina REALTORS® Leadership Team had the privilege of joining Gov. Henry McMaster at the statehouse this morning for the ceremonial Bill Signing of one of SCR top legislative priorities, Real Estate License Law Modernization. Thanks to the SCR Legislative Committee for all their hard work this session and of course the South Carolina House & Senate and Gov. Henry McMaster for enacting this important legislation for our industry. Also, a special thank you to the bill sponsors, Rep. Bill Sandifer and Rep. Randy Ligon for their support introducing this bill.

Did you miss our Safety Webinar for REALTORS®? Click here to watch it now.https://zurl.co/ClzA

REALTORS Basic Safety Course This course is designed to provide a broad overview of the risks and safety consciousness required to be a Real Estate Agent. It draws on the most recent dat...

Today, we pause to honor the courage and resilience shown on 9/11. Let’s remember and support those whose lives were profoundly impacted, and stand together in reflection and respect.

September is REALTOR® Safety Month! Don't miss our REALTOR® Basic Safety Webinar starting today at Noon with presenter Daniel O Creasap. Register now or join live at https://zurl.co/VYTJ.

Did you know that REALTORS® meet with strangers 65% of the time? Kick off REALTOR® Safety Month by registering for this important safety webinar, and learn how you can protect yourself while on the job. Register now, here: https://zurl.co/VYTJ

Text REALTOR to 30644 so that you can always be the first to know (and ACT) when situations arise that threaten your business. You could even score $100 in the process. It's win/win situation!

Meeting new clients and showing properties alone can pose safety risks. This webinar is designed to prioritize your personal safety by covering essential protocols for in-person showings and client meetings. You will learn to identify potential threats, leverage technology for safety, and effectively handle emergencies. Register now! https://zurl.co/9IFv

Mortgage Rates Remained Flat This Week

Did you know that REALTORS® meet with strangers 65% of the time? Kick off REALTOR® Safety Month by registering for this important safety webinar, and learn how you can protect yourself while on the job. Register now, here: https://zurl.co/VYTJ

Give your safety the attention you deserve. Protect yourself with resources from NAR’s REALTOR® Safety Program. Make safety a habit and make it home. https://zurl.co/SL8o

Did you miss the most recent Weekly Report email? This edition highlights REALTOR® Safety Month, A limited time offer you won't want to miss, education opportunities, and a guide to help you explain industry changes to your customers and clients. Check it out now, here. https://zurl.co/tUZD The Weekly Report provides all of the most important industry news in an easy to read format. If you're not receiving the Weekly Report, please email [email protected].

Do you have Veteran clients with questions about changes in Veteran financing due to industry changes? Do they have questions about why the policy is temporary, how a buyer's agent is paid, or why they should work with an agent who is a REALTOR®? Check out NAR's new Consumer Guide: What Veterans Need to Know About Buying a Home for all of the answers to these questions. https://zurl.co/CpA8

Happy Labor Day! As we reflect on the meaning of the holiday, let it serve as a reminder of the significance of your work in shaping communities and fostering the American dream. Being a SC REALTOR® is more than just transactions; it's about creating homes, building neighborhoods, and making wishes come true!

Mortgage Rates Continue to Drop

The 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Lingers Just Under 6.5 Percent

Safety Month is right around the corner. Sign up now for our FOREWARN webinar to learn how it can help you stay safe while on the job. https://zurl.co/5w6p

FOREWARN Safety Webinar Instant identity, criminal, and property verification   Dear Nick, As a SOUTH CAROLINA REALTORS® member you have FREE access to FOREWARN - a proactive safety and lead intelligence member service for a

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Nykia Wright Named Permanent CEO for the National Association of Realtors® Under Wright’s leadership, NAR is sharpening its focus on its core mission of serving members, communicating more deliberately, and working to become a more agile organization.

SCR offers the most valuable real estate leadership class in the state. And now, YPN and Diversity Scholarships are available for its 2025 Leadership Academy class. Apply now, here - https://zurl.co/hh1f

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Thrift shop moves to Sweetgrass Mercantile Longtime patrons of Royall Ace Hardware on 887 Ben Sawyer Blvd. may notice a drastic makeover to the retail space, as John Royall’s portion of the Sweetgrass Mercantile will soon

Two real estate pros explain the parts of their job they’re highlighting for consumers ahead of the Aug. 17 practice changes implementation date.
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Agents Lean in on Value—and Their Clients See It Two real estate pros explain the parts of their job they’re highlighting for consumers ahead of the Aug. 17 practice changes implementation date.

Play the role of Complainant, Respondent, and Mediator in real-world dispute scenarios with SCR's Online Mediation Training this October. Space is limited! Register now, here: https://zurl.co/g5XV

Mortgage Rates Remain at the Lowest Level in Over a Year

August 17 is the deadline for practice changes required by the NAR’s settlement. Don’t delay—get details about the changes, including new rules around offers of compensation and written buyer agreements: https://zurl.co/ncWZ.