New Smyrna Beach Board of REALTORS

New Smyrna Beach Board of REALTORS New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors® is an association of Realtors® serving Southeast Volusia County.

The New Smyrna Beach Board of REALTORS® is a collection of the top real estate agents, brokers and managers throughout Volusia County. Members of the Board represent the highest quality service and are committed to upholding the traditions and standards of this long-running organization.

06/20/2026

🏠 The Report That Helps REALTORS® Stay One Step Ahead

One of the most valuable tools available to REALTORS® is NAR's REALTORS® Confidence Index (RCI)—a monthly report that provides real-time insights directly from REALTORS® working in the field. Rather than waiting months for market data, the RCI helps members track current trends in buyer activity, inventory, days on market, first-time buyers, cash sales, and overall market conditions.

According to NAR Deputy Chief Economist Jessica Lautz, the report can help agents better understand what's happening in their local market and stay informed when advising buyers and sellers. It's a useful resource for listing presentations, buyer consultations, and staying ahead of changing market conditions.

Recent findings show first-time buyers accounted for 35% of all buyers, the highest share since 2020, while market outlooks continue to shift as inventory levels improve in many areas.

If you're not already using the REALTORS® Confidence Index, it's worth adding to your REALTOR® toolbox. 🔨📈

📖 REALTORS® Confidence Index:
https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/realtors-confidence-index

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Members look forward to this post monthly : 📊 May Market Reports Are Available!The latest NSBBOR market reports for May ...
06/20/2026

Members look forward to this post monthly :

📊 May Market Reports Are Available!

The latest NSBBOR market reports for May 2026 are now available.

🏡 Single-Family Homes 👈 View the detailed reports (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Gbfv2BAyBqhVLRpYPTGc6XS_u_TJUR9C/view?usp=sharing)
• 116 closed sales
• Median sale price: $372,450

🏘️ Townhomes & Condos 👈 View the detailed reports (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oZTYkKwQoOje4QDqI99UX2vrfUjbnmBj/view?usp=sharing)
• 48 closed sales
• Median sale price: $420,000

🏠 Manufactured Homes 👈 View the detailed reports (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n32YEnCaUK1Oiham5tooH1cPh_2c9iXl/view?usp=sharing)
• 8 closed sales
• Median sale price: $132,500

Whether you're keeping an eye on market trends or helping clients navigate their next move, these reports provide a closer look at local sales activity, inventory levels, pricing trends, and more.

Below is a complete market breakdown. ⬇️

🏡❤️ Juneteenth and the Meaning of HomeAs REALTORS®, we talk about homeownership every day. But during this year's REALTO...
06/19/2026

🏡❤️ Juneteenth and the Meaning of Home

As REALTORS®, we talk about homeownership every day. But during this year's REALTORS® Legislative Meetings, a visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture served as a powerful reminder of what "home" has meant throughout American history.

Following emancipation, African Americans across the country built communities, established businesses, opened schools and churches, and pursued the dream of homeownership. Places like Eatonville, Florida, Nicodemus, Kansas, and Mound Bayou, Mississippi became symbols of opportunity, belonging, and hope for future generations.

One exhibit featured a simple question from a land ownership advertisement: "Have You a Home? Why Not?" More than a century later, that question still resonates. Homeownership remains one of the most powerful ways families build stability, create opportunity, and put down roots in their communities.

These communities remind us that home has always been about more than the structure itself. It's the place where people gather, find peace and safety, learn, raise children, build businesses, and support one another. Home is where community takes shape.

As we recognize Juneteenth, we also recognize what so many people chose to do with their freedom—they built communities, created opportunity, and established a place to call home. It's a reminder that the work REALTORS® do every day is connected to something much larger than a transaction. 🤝🏡

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This reflection was inspired by an article written by Erica Christoffer for the National Association of REALTORS® during the 2026 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings.

👀 One Florida Market Saw an 11% Jump in Pending Home Sales—What Does It Mean?According to a recent NAR report, home buye...
06/19/2026

👀 One Florida Market Saw an 11% Jump in Pending Home Sales—What Does It Mean?

According to a recent NAR report, home buyers may finally be stepping back into the market after spending the last few years on the sidelines.

One encouraging sign? Mortgage applications for home purchases have been trending upward, suggesting that buyers are beginning to adjust to today's market conditions and are ready to make moves again. While affordability challenges remain, buyer confidence appears to be improving as inventory grows in many markets.

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun believes this could be an early indication that housing activity is beginning to recover, creating opportunities for both buyers and sellers in the months ahead. 🚪🔑

Several markets are already seeing a surge in buyer activity, with pending home sales posting strong year-over-year gains this spring:

📍 Kansas City, MO-KS: +20.1%
📍 San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX: +15.7%
📍 Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN-WI: +13.9%
🌴 Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL: +11.4%
📍 Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN: +11.2%

The South Florida market posting double-digit growth in pending sales is a sign that buyers haven't disappeared—they may simply be waiting for the right opportunity.

Could this be the beginning of a broader market rebound? 🤔🏡

📖 Read the full article from NAR:
https://www.nar.realtor/news/real-estate-news/economy/housings-turning-point-buyers-show-another-sign-of-reemerging

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🏛️🇺🇸 REALTORS® Making Their Voices HeardThis week on Capitol Hill, REALTORS® met with lawmakers to discuss issues that d...
06/18/2026

🏛️🇺🇸 REALTORS® Making Their Voices Heard

This week on Capitol Hill, REALTORS® met with lawmakers to discuss issues that directly impact homeownership, property rights, and the future of housing in America.

Key topics included housing affordability, inventory shortages, tax policy, and expanding opportunities for first-time homebuyers. REALTORS® shared firsthand experiences from their local markets, helping elected officials better understand the challenges facing consumers and communities today.

One of the strongest messages delivered was that housing affects everyone. Regardless of market or location, increasing housing opportunities and protecting the dream of homeownership remain top priorities for REALTORS® across the country.

Advocacy is one of the most valuable benefits of REALTOR® membership. When REALTORS® engage in the legislative process, they help ensure the interests of homeowners, property owners, and real estate professionals are represented where important decisions are being made. 🤝🏡

📖 Read more from NAR:
https://www.nar.realtor/news/real-estate-news/on-capitol-hill-realtorr-members-show-they-r-here

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📸 Image source: National Association of REALTORS®

🇺🇸⭐ Stars, Stripes & Skinny Margaritas! 🍹⭐🇺🇸Grab your red, white, and blue and join us for a patriotic edition of YPN's ...
06/18/2026

🇺🇸⭐ Stars, Stripes & Skinny Margaritas! 🍹⭐🇺🇸

Grab your red, white, and blue and join us for a patriotic edition of YPN's First Thursday Networking Social!

This free event is a great opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, build new relationships, and enjoy an evening of networking in a relaxed atmosphere.

📅 Thursday, July 2
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Costa Del Sol
1414 S. Atlantic Ave.
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169

👔🇺🇸 Patriotic attire is encouraged! Show off your stars, stripes, and summer spirit.

🍹 Featured Special:
Buy One, Get One Free Skinny Margaritas

Whether you're looking to grow your network, meet new people, or just enjoy a fun evening before the holiday weekend, we'd love to see you there!

REGISTER HERE ➡️ https://nsbboard.com/events/ypn-monthly-networking-event

Bring a friend and help us kick off Independence Day weekend in style! 🎆🎇

🔍 Where Is Your Next Client Coming From?During the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings, NAR Deputy Chief Economist Jessica La...
06/17/2026

🔍 Where Is Your Next Client Coming From?

During the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings, NAR Deputy Chief Economist Jessica Lautz shared 10 potential client groups who may be considering a move—even if they don't realize it yet.

Some of the opportunities include:
🏡 Homeowners who purchased 10 years ago
📈 High earners building wealth
👨 Single male homebuyers
👨‍👩‍👧 Growing families

We've attached the presentation slides for members looking for new prospecting ideas and conversation starters.

https://www.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/2026-06/2026-06-16-Ten-Potential-Clients-Who-Don%E2%80%99t-Realize-It-Lautz_1.pdf



📸 Image source: National Association of REALTORS®

🚶🏡 What Makes a Great Community?One of the topics highlighted at the 2026 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings was Smart Growt...
06/17/2026

🚶🏡 What Makes a Great Community?

One of the topics highlighted at the 2026 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings was Smart Growth—creating communities where residents can walk to local businesses, enjoy nearby parks, access housing options, and stay connected to the places they live and work. ☕🚲🏘️

According to NAR's latest Community and Transportation Preferences Survey, many Americans continue to value walkable neighborhoods, local amenities, and thoughtful community development.

For communities like New Smyrna Beach, these conversations are especially relevant as we balance growth, housing opportunities, transportation, and preserving the character that makes our community unique. 🌊☀️🏡

REALTORS® play an important role in these discussions because we see firsthand how community planning impacts homeowners, buyers, businesses, and neighborhoods. 🤝❤️

📖 Read more from NAR:
https://www.nar.realtor/news/commercial-insights/smart-growth-in-action



📸 Image source: National Association of REALTORS®

🏛️ REALTORS® Advocating for HomeownershipRecently, REALTORS® from across the country gathered in Washington, D.C., to me...
06/16/2026

🏛️ REALTORS® Advocating for Homeownership

Recently, REALTORS® from across the country gathered in Washington, D.C., to meet with lawmakers and discuss some of the biggest housing challenges facing consumers and our industry today.

From housing affordability and inventory shortages to protecting property rights and expanding homeownership opportunities, these conversations help ensure the voice of real estate is heard at the national level.

Advocacy is one of the most important benefits of REALTOR® membership, and it's work that impacts every homeowner, buyer, seller, and community we serve.

📖 Read more from the National Association of REALTORS®:
https://www.nar.realtor/news/real-estate-news/realtors-gather-in-dc-to-tackle-housing-challenges

🎥 NAR Board of Directors Meeting
All members are invited to watch the NAR Board of Directors meeting live online on June 18 at 8:30 a.m. ET. Members can log in using their NAR Member ID to access the session and stay informed on the issues and decisions shaping our industry.

📊🏡 Want to create stronger CMAs and make the most of your real estate tools?Join us for Stellar Class: CMA Tools, a FREE...
06/16/2026

📊🏡 Want to create stronger CMAs and make the most of your real estate tools?

Join us for Stellar Class: CMA Tools, a FREE in-person CE class designed to help you better utilize CMA features and tools available through Stellar MLS.

📅 June 23, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 NSBBOR, 725 W Canal St., New Smyrna Beach
🎓 2 Hours CE Credit
👩‍🏫 Instructor: Daniella B.

In this class, you'll learn how to:
✔️ Use CMA tools more effectively
✔️ Create professional comparative market analyses
✔️ Strengthen your pricing presentations
✔️ Gain confidence using Stellar MLS resources

Best of all, this class is FREE for members and future members! 🙌

👉 Reserve your seat today and sharpen your CMA skills with hands-on instruction at the Board office. https://nsbboard.com/events/stellar-class-cma-tools-2ce-06232026-in-person

Address

725 Canal Street
New Smyrna Beach, FL
32168

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30am

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