In The News
Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS® in the News
2025
Realtors, neighbors support local housing at 5K run
Running for a Cause: Realtors and neighbors support local housing at 6th annual 5K
R-BAR's 5K Run for Shelter Returns this Fall
Lace Up for a Cause: R-BAR's 6th Annual 5K Run for Shelter returns this fall
Reading Ranked No. 10 on the WSJ/Realtor.com Spring 2025 Housing Market Ranking
- BCTV
- Reading Eagle
- WFMZ
- Bob 94.9FM iHeart Central PA Community/iHeart Radio
- Central Penn Business Journal
Realtors advocate for Fair Housing
R-BAR Announces 2025 Board of Directors and Honors Outstanding Members
December 2024 Hottest Housing Markets
2024
R-BAR helps community in a variety of ways
Realtors and community rally for housing at 5th annual 5K Run for Shelter
Changes in the Homebuying Process Enhance Clarity for Consumers
Get Ready for the 5th Annual 5K Run for Shelter!
June is Homeownership Month
Walking tour highlights ideal spots to grow new businesses in downtown Reading
Realtors commemorate fair housing month
Realtors bring Easter Joy to local children
REALTORS serve those who served during Valentine's for Veterans Breakfast - BCTV
Reading area REALTORS host Valentine's Day Breakfast for Veterans - WFMZ
Valentines Day Breakfast Honors Reading-Area Veterans - WRAW Newsroom/iHeart Radio
Local REALTOR Association Installs 2024 Board of Directors; Awards 2023 Outstanding Members
2023
Reading Ranked 5th Largest Registered Home Price Increase in 3rd Quarter of 2023
Property Tour in Downtown Reading Strives to Attract New Businesses
Low Inventory, High Demand Forcing Local Home Buyers to be Flexible
2022
REALTORS® Deliver Meals to Berks County Seniors for Thirty Seventh Year
Best Places to Retire in the U.S. in 2022 - 2023 (Reading ranked #10)
Meet Lehigh Valley Business' Power List for Construction and Real Estate
Realtors Reach Out to Aid Charities Across State
R-BAR featured on NAR's Examples of Usage for That's Who We R logo
Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS® to hold 5K Run for Shelter
America's Hottest Housing Markets August 2022 (Reading ranked #11)
Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2022 - 2023 (Reading ranked #74)
Berks Conservationists Showcase Nature's Beauty and Importance at Earth Day Celebrations
April Marks Fair Housing Month
Berks, Montgomery Commissioners Vote to Form Passenger Railroad Authority
Berks County REALTORS® Offer Advice in an Unprecedented Housing Market
Local REALTORS® Donate Filled Baskets to Easter Baskets for Berks
Local REALTORS® Association Marks 100th Anniversary
Local REALTORS® Association Installs 2022 Board, Presents Annual Awards
2021
Formalization of Mifflin Policy of Involving Some Real Estate Assessments Draws a Crowd - Reading Eagle
Brittney Baker Shurr named to Lehigh Valley Business's Top 30 Most Powerful People in Construction and Real Estate - Lehigh Valley Business
REALTORS® Deliver Meals on Wheels for Thirty-Sixth Year
REALTORS® Donate Over 3,500 Pounds of Food to Local Food Bank - BCTV
Candidates on November ballot receive endorsements for office - Reading Eagle
5K Run for Shelter scheduled for Saturday - Reading Eagle
Running to Revitalize Our Community - BCTV
Reading City & Local Associations Provide Direction for Landlords and Tenants - BCTV
Peter J. Champagne Recognized by national Association of Realtors - BCTV
Local Realtors hosting superhero cleanup event at Pendora Park - 69 WFMZ
2020
New home listings for May down by almost 40 percent from last year
Letter: Governor should allow Realtors to do business
New listings for April down nearly 80 percent from last year
In spite of the coronavirus pandemic, home buying continues
Because of pandemic, pulled listings spike in Berks
Real estate association executive answers 7 questions about coronavirus impact
Realtors close offices, work remotely
Coronavirus edicts battering already struggling Berks County homebuilders, real estate professionals
February listings up significantly; active listings down
Exeter considers regulation of short-term lodgings
Homes inventory down, but average price increases
She's training tomorrow’s professionals
Exeter Township supervisors delay controversial lodging ordinance, look to strengthen it
Reading-Berks Association of Realtors honors volunteers, affiliates, others
Berks County listings down, but sales increase
2019
In Berks County, closings increase significantly
R-BAR says use and occupancy inspection ordinances reduce home values, raise taxes
In Berks, active listing count drops from previous year
Community celebrates first R-BAR Realtors Run for Shelter
Tips for putting your house on the market
In Berks, new listings up, inventory low
Listings: Accolades for September 1, 2019
R-BAR applauds long-awaited FHA condo rule
News to Use: Run to benefit homeownership
Trend continues: Fewer houses go to sale in Berks, higher prices
Trend continues: Fewer houses for sale, prices higher
News to Use: Owning a home offers significant financial benefits
Listings: Accolades for June 30, 2019
Active listings down, but sales steady in May
Good landscaping can increase your home’s value by up to 12%
New listings, pending sales up in April; both categories up from 2018
Reading's real estate transfer tax is the highest in Pennsylvania
News to Use: R-BAR fills Easter baskets for Berks County
Listings: Accolades for April 21, 2019
Active listings drop substantially in Berks County
News to Use: April is National Fair Housing Month
Listings: Accolades for March 31, 2019
February sees 6.5 percent year-over-year increase in home prices
News to Use: R-BAR to cease print publication of Real Estate in Berks
Association honors developer, Realtor of year, volunteer at annual installation
2018
Reading-Berks Association of Realtors names new leader
While housing demand surges, supply continues to dwindle
Realtor associations support House Bill 1981
News to Use: Fair Housing Act turns 50 on April 11
News to Use: Realtors adhere to national association code of ethics
Work of home inspectors is critical
News to Use: What you need to know about financing for homebuying
2017
Officers, award winners recognized at Realtors' dinner
Realtors association installs Weaver as president
Berks County residential real estate market statistics for April 2017" Read more here.
2016
"Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS Awarded National Grant for Expanding Housing Opportunities in Berks County" Read more here.
"Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS Awarded $15,000 Smart Growth Action Grant to Assist with Mt. Penn Preserve Project" Read more here.
2015
"News to Use: Reading-Berks Association of Realtors honored for political donations" Read more here.
"Fair Housing Act ensures homebuyers can choose where they want to live" Read more here.
"Q1 foreclosures show slight decrease" Read more here.
"Candidates meet business managers" Read more here.
"R-BAR's Community Growth Initiative Targets Downtown Reading for Beautification Project" Read more here.
"Realtors Deliver Meals on Wheels for Thirtieth Year" Read more here.