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This episode of the Pocono Mountain Economic Development podcast features a discussion with Nicole Murray from the Pocono Mountains Association of Realtors about the real estate market in the Poconos region. The conversation covers the role of the Association in supporting realtors through education, advocacy, and resources, as well as current market trends. Key points include the current median home price of $305,000, housing inventory challenges (with only 668 residential homes available compared to over 2,000 in 2015), the impact of interest rates on the market, short-term rental dynamics, and the need for more housing development. The hosts and guest also discuss affordability issues, the importance of real estate to the local economy, and how municipalities are working to address zoning regulations to enable more housing development in the region.