Southwest Indiana Association of Realtors

09/23/2026

CONSUMER GUIDE: STEPS BETWEEN SIGNING AND CLOSING ON A HOME Once you sign a purchase agreement on your new home, there are still several steps to complete before you can finalize—or “close”—the transaction. While the process differs in each state, here are the basics of what you can expect during the period between signing and closing:

https://www.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/2024-11/consumer-guide-steps-between-signing-and-closing-2024-11-19_1.pdf

09/19/2026

Know the red flags of real estate fraud. From suspicious emails and wire transfer requests to fake property listings and impersonation scams, fraud can happen at any stage of a real estate transaction. This guide shares the warning signs to watch for and what to do if something doesn’t seem right.

Increasingly sophisticated scams, including use of AI to impersonate people, can occur at any stage of a transaction and often aren’t immediately obvious. If something occurs that doesn’t seem quite right, this resource will help you understand the potential risks and take appropriate action.

09/16/2026

Consumer Guide: Helping Family Members Become Homeowners
If you are contemplating providing financial support to your children or other family members, here are helpful facts and guidelines to bear in mind.

https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts/consumer-guide-helping-family-members-become-homeowners

09/15/2026

Big decisions happen at every level – from Congress to your community!
Make sure your voice is heard. This National Voter Registration Day, check your registration and get vote ready. 🗳️
Check your voter registration: https://indianavoters.in.gov/

09/14/2026

Data centers’ impact on real estate is dramatically different depending on the local market, according to the 2026 Data Center Impact Report from the National Association of REALTORS®.

The National Association of REALTORS®, which maintains no official policy position on data centers, is taking a closer look at the growth in its newly released report, “2026 Data Center Impact,” which measures data centers up against county-level performance in home values, employment, electric...

09/11/2026

Congratulations to Alyssa Luttrull for graduating from the Indiana REALTORS Leadership Academy's Class of 2026!

09/10/2026

Homebuying demand is still evident, but buyers appear to be taking more time to act.

Home sales took another dip in August, capping a subdued summer market as home prices and mortgage rates remain elevated. But the slower pace of the housing market this summer may be translating into opportunities for home buyers heading into fall. Inventory has climbed to its highest level in 10 ye...

09/09/2026

Consumer Guide: Prepare Your Home for Hurricane Season
The best course of action is to prepare as much as possible before a hurricane hits. Here are important steps to protect yourself and your home.

https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts/consumer-guide-prepare-your-home-for-hurricane-season

09/07/2026

09/04/2026

With housing costs rising, young adults sometimes look to parents or other family members for help covering the upfront costs of homeownership. If you are contemplating providing financial support to your children or other family members, here are helpful facts and guidelines to bear in mind.

If you are contemplating providing financial support to your children or other family members, here are helpful facts and guidelines to bear in mind.