Easements are a familiar feature in Pennsylvania real estate transactions. Most REALTORS® encounter them regularly, often as utility lines, shared driveways, or access rights shown on a survey or title commitment. Because easements are so common, it is easy to assume they function similarly in all transactions. In reality, the differences between residential and commercial easements can be significant…
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HARRISBURG, PA – December 10, 2025 – The Greater Harrisburg region saw a stable housing market in November, with closed sales increasing across Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties and prices continuing to trend upward in much of the region. Market activity showed a mix of movement as the season cooled. Cumberland and Dauphin saw fewer new listings but still posted higher sales totals…
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2026 Government Affairs Year in Review In 2026, GHAR leaders and members stayed active at the local, state, and national levels — building relationships, weighing in on key proposals, and supporting candidates and policies that champion real estate and housing. Local Highlights Supported local leadership & training: GHAR sponsored the Capital Area Council of Governments (CapCOG) Annual Dinner in January…
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On December 3, the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® hosted our annual Holiday Lunch, Installation & Awards Ceremony — a sold-out celebration that brought together brokers, new and seasoned REALTORS®, teams, brokerages, Business Partners, and friends for an afternoon of networking, recognition, and holiday cheer. It was the perfect way to close out the year and look ahead to 2026…
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ENOLA, PA (Nov. 21, 2025) – The Greater Harrisburg REALTORS® Foundation continued its long-standing tradition of community support during the 39th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. On November 21, 2025, the Foundation provided 1,240 turkeys and Karns Foods gift cards to 23 local organizations, bringing the total number of families supported since the Drive’s start in 1986 to more than 21,000…
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The Wrap on 2025: A Year of Challenge- and Tremendous Progress The National Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors and Delegate Body meetings on Monday capped off a week of governance meetings, education and networking at NAR NXT, The REALTOR® Experience. At the Board of Directors meeting, the association’s 2026 officers were installed; NAR Treasurer Craig Sanford presented a report on the association’s financial position…
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HARRISBURG, PA – November 11, 2025 – October’s housing activity across the Greater Harrisburg region reflected a market adapting to shifting inventory levels while maintaining solid transactional momentum. With buyers remaining active and pricing trends holding firm, the latest data from the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® (GHAR) underscores a balanced environment where demand continues to meet opportunity…
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If you’ve ever read through a Pennsylvania deed and spotted a paragraph labeled “Notice—This property may be subject to coal interests not owned by the grantor,” you may have wondered what it means. These “coal notices” appear in some deeds but not others. Understanding why can help you better advise your clients. A Legacy from Pennsylvania’s Mining Past Pennsylvania’s history with coal mining runs deep…
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Record Notification Services: A New Tool for REALTORS® to Help Protect Clients from Title Theft With property fraud on the rise across Pennsylvania, REALTORS® are increasingly finding themselves on the front lines of an emerging problem: deed fraud and title theft. These crimes can derail sales, complicate closings…
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HARRISBURG, PA – October 10, 2025 – September housing data from the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® (GHAR) reveal a dynamic market across Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties. Compared to August, the region experienced a notable rise in active inventory and pending sales, offering buyers more choices heading into fall. Yet, each county told a different story: Cumberland County posted steady growth…
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