NCJAR News
NCJAR’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee hosted a wonderful holiday Networking Social at McLoone’s Boathouse, bringing members and guests together for an evening of great food, open bar refreshments, lively conversation, and meaningful connections. The warm and welcoming atmosphere made it a perfect setting to unwind, celebrate the season, and strengthen professional relationships alongside our Diverse Partners.
Thank you to everyone who came out to attend and helped make the evening such a success. We also extend our sincere appreciation to our Affiliate Business Partner sponsors, Kyle Sachs of Homes.com and Michael Silvestri of CrossCountry Mortgage, for their generous support.
Please note our adjusted office hours for the upcoming holidays:
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Christmas Eve: Open from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Christmas Day: Closed
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Friday, December 26th: Closed
Chris Coccia, Past President and Trustee of NCJAR®, shares a warm holiday message reflecting on the importance of community, gratitude, and Realtor® safety, while highlighting NCJAR’s continued commitment to supporting members in the year ahead. Visit www.NCJAR.com for more updates or email us at
U.S. sales of existing homes rose 1.2% from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.10 million, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), as buyers took advantage of lower mortgage rates this fall. Sales increased in the Midwest and South, held steady in the Northeast, and edged down in the West. Year-over-year, sales were up 1.7%, with gains in the Northeast, Midwest, and South, while the West posted a decline.
- Single Family Closed Sales were down 6.6 percent to 1,288.
- Townhouse-Condo Closed Sales were down 9.8 percent to 313.
- Adult Communities Closed Sales were up 40.5 percent to 52.