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GLVR: November Inventory Stands at 728 Homes Across Lehigh and Northampton Counties Image

GLVR: November Inventory Stands at 728 Homes Across Lehigh and Northampton Counties

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) reported November housing activity continued to be shaped by limited inventory and rising home prices. While closed sales slowed compared to last year, demand remained steady, keeping competition strong and prices elevated across the…
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GLVR, Members Donate Coats to Students in Need

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) in mid-December donated new coats for children in the Panther Valley School District. This annual donation continues a tradition started by the Carbon County Association of REALTORS®. Thanks to the generosity of the association, GLVR…
Lehigh Valley REALTORS® Raise $3,450 for Safe Harbor, Lily’s Hope Image

Lehigh Valley REALTORS® Raise $3,450 for Safe Harbor, Lily’s Hope

Members of the Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) raised $3,450 during a REALTORS® Who Care event held on October 8, 2025. The money was donated to Safe Harbor Easton ($1,700) and Lily’s Hope ($1,750). Check presentations were held in November…
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REALTORS® “Ring the Bell” for the Salvation Army

Members of the Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® braved the cold temperatures on December 5 to “Ring the Bell” for the Salvation Army at locations in Lehigh County (Hobby Lobby in Trexlertown), Northampton County (Moravian Book Store in Bethlehem), and Carbon…

Allentown Transfer Tax Increase: What REALTORS® Need to Do Before Year-End

*This page will be updated as new information becomes available* A vote on December 3 by Allentown City Council raised the total Transfer Tax to 2.5 percent. The new rate will take effect January 1, 2026. For context, the standard Transfer…

GLVR Coat Drive to Benefit Panther Valley School District

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) is collecting new coats for children in need in the Panther Valley School District, a continuation of a meaningful tradition started by the Carbon County Association of REALTORS®. We’re seeking coats for boys, girls,…

0.5% Transfer Tax Increase Proposed in Allentown

Allentown City Council is proposing a 0.5% increase to the real estate transfer tax. The proposal is being advanced by members of Council as an amendment to the Mayor’s budget. For context, the standard Transfer Tax (also known as the…
Signs of Momentum Amid Typical October Real Estate Slowdown in the Lehigh Valley Image

Signs of Momentum Amid Typical October Real Estate Slowdown in the Lehigh Valley

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) reported an expected seasonal slowdown in October housing activity but noted signs of future momentum as pending sales climbed year-over-year. GLVR Members: Click HERE to view the full Market Update report for October 2025. “Mortgage applications…
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Lehigh Valley Blessing Boxes Filled by REALTORS®

Blessing Boxes have been filled over the past few months by members of the Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® Diversity & Community Involvement Committee. These small, community-based food pantries operate on the honor system: those in need can take what they…
GLVR Members Choose the Association’s 2026 Board of Directors Image

GLVR Members Choose the Association’s 2026 Board of Directors

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® is thrilled to announce who has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors beginning in 2026. The newly elected Board members are: Lori Campbell of Coldwell Banker Heritage Real Estate Doug Frederick of…