What Are Existing-Home Sales, and Why Is the Data Important?By Meredith Dunn, Research Manager, National Association of REALTORS® Existing-home sales data are a monthly measure of the sales volume and prices of existing single-family homes, condos, and co-ops nationwide. Existing-homes, unlike new homes, are homes that are owned and occupied before coming onto the market. Existing-home sales account for more than 90 percent of total home sales, and the data captures completed transactions.Please login to continue reading, or follow the link in your e-Newsletter. Signup for a free trial! |