Housing Supply Overview Inventory was again a driving metric in residential real estate in 2017, whether the fewer number of homes available put a damper on sales or created lower affordability due to competitive demand between eager buyers willing to raise the percent of original list price received at sale. For the 12-month period spanning January 2017… Read more »
Read MoreWestern Upstate MLS is excited to announce the launch of Matrix MLS, the system that will be replacing the Paragon MLS system. Matrix is a desktop and mobile friendly platform compatible with all major browsers and known for its speed, ease of use and robust functionality. During the week of February 5th, we will host 9… Read more »
Read MoreWe have received some questions in the office regarding the MLS conversion and wanted to provide you with an update on where things stand as of today, January 9th. A lot of work has been happening behind the scenes. Starting in mid-November, we began the process of sending our MLS listing, agent, and office data… Read more »
Read MoreHousing Supply Overview The primary housing storyline for the past two years remains the same. Demand is high, supply is low and interest rates have been steady. There are a few signs that indicate an increase in the number of homes for sale in 2018. For now, inventory remains low in most submarkets. For the 12- month… Read more »
Read MoreWe are pleased to announce that the Western Upstate Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors met on October 4, 2017 and approved the 2018 budget, which did not include an increase in annual dues for 2018. The dues breakdown for 2018 include: National Association of REALTORS $155 South Carolina Association of REALTORS $140 Western Upstate… Read more »
Read MoreOur contract with our MLS vendor is expiring and we have used the past few months as an opportunity to explore options available from other vendors. We are proud to announce that we have entered into a contract with CoreLogic to become your new multiple listing technology vendor. The launch date for the conversion will… Read more »
Read MoreWe had a great turnout for the Broker-In-Charge Update held at the Association Office on Wednesday. Here are a few of the highlights: President/CEO Peggy Hill gave a “Year In Review” that offered the following accomplishments Building renovation completed in May after a long 8 months’ construction New website launched in September with much improved… Read more »
Read MoreHousing Supply Overview Supply will dip for the remainder of the year, but there are some hopeful signs that we may see a bump in the new year. To say that more inventory will immediately impact housing markets is premature, especially if affordability continues to drop and prices continue to rise. For the 12- month period spanning… Read more »
Read MoreThank You for Giving to the RPAC Oyster Roast & BBQ Festival that was held on Thursday, October 12th. We would like to thank the following companies and individuals who generously donated to this event. Platinum Sponsor AirWorx Drone Media Solutions, Advantage Inspection, OnQ Financial, Western Upstate Keller Williams, Sierra Pacific Mortgage, Jackson Stanley,… Read more »
Read MoreCongratulations to the following members who were elected to serve on our 2018 Board of Directors at the membership luncheon on October 19th: Rozlynn Hood – Coldwell Banker Hugh Durham & Associates Carolann Newton – Jackson Stanley Realtors David Phillips – Silver Star Real Estate Members with unexpired terms who will continue to serve are:… Read more »
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