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Closed Dollar Volume Increases Across Markets in First Half of 2026, According to New Market Report by William Pitt-Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty

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July 9, 2026

Strong sales momentum in the second quarter brings markets ahead in volume year to date compared to first half of last year, as inventory improves and median prices continue to rise

STAMFORD, Conn., July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sales improvements in single family home sales in the second quarter of 2026 were strong enough that many markets finished the first half of 2026 ahead of the first six months of 2025 in closed dollar volume, according to a new report just released by William Pitt-Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty. The report details annual market results in Fairfield, Litchfield and Hartford Counties and the Shoreline in Connecticut, the Berkshires in Massachusetts, and Westchester, Putnam, Columbia, Dutchess and Ulster Counties, New York.

The report stated that the closed volume increases represented a positive turnaround from the more sluggish performance of the first quarter. While closed volume rose year over year, unit sales were still lower than this time last year in most markets served by the firm.

Virtually every market is seeing a disparity between closed volume and units, with the percentage change for dollar volume always an improvement over the percentage change in units, whether it is increasing year over year at a higher rate than units or decreasing at a lower one. The reason for this spread is that the product mix selling continues to favor higher priced properties, while at the same time median sale prices continue to move ever upward in nearly every market.

In addition, properties are typically trading for higher than their asking prices, the report found. The ratio of list to closing price is especially high in mid-tier price ranges. In Fairfield County, for example, properties overall averaged a sale price 3.2% above their initial asking price, but property sales between $1.5 and $2 million saw a list to ask ratio increase of 7.8%. In Westchester these stats were even higher. County-wide, properties sold for an average of 5.3% over their listing price, but that percentage elevated to 9.7% in the $1 to $2 million price bracket.

Competition is the driving force behind this dynamic as the balance of supply and demand remains heavily weighted toward the benefit of sellers. Housing markets remain challenged by an ongoing lack of inventory amidst a backdrop of heightened buyer demand. In a positive sign for buyers and a reversal of the trend from the first quarter this year, total standing inventory rose in the second quarter over the same time last year in most counties.

“The increase in total inventory gives us reason to feel bullish on strong sales momentum in the coming months,” said Paul Breunich, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of William Pitt-Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty. “Economic factors at the macro level remain points of uncertainty, but we do not expect to see much effect on the pace of our markets any time soon. Demand is continuing at a very consistent pace, and inventory increasing again to meet that demand will further facilitate robust sales activity.

The First Half 2026 Market Watch is available on the firm’s website at williampitt.com.

About William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty and Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty
Founded in 1949, William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty and Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty manages a $5.5 billion portfolio with more than 1,100 sales associates in 29 brokerages spanning Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. The company is one of the largest Sotheby’s International Realty(R) affiliates globally and the 34th-largest real estate company by sales volume in the United States. For more information, visit the website at williampitt.com.

Sotheby’s International Realty’s worldwide network includes 1,075 offices throughout 81 countries and territories on six continents.

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AttivoERP Emerges as a Unified Force in Full-Service ERP — Covering Every Stage of the Business Journey

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July 10, 2026

The consolidation of The Attivo Group and AttivoERP into one unified brand marks a new chapter — one partner, one mission, every stage of the ERP journey.

CONYERS, Ga. and IRVINE, Calif. and PROVIDENCE, R.I. and PITTSBURGH, July 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AttivoERP, a full-service Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) consulting and implementation firm serving manufacturers, distributors, and small to mid-sized growing businesses, today announced the unification of its brand under a single identity: AttivoERP.

This move brings together several decades of consulting expertise and ERP specialization into one team, one brand, and one mission, supporting clients across every stage of the ERP lifecycle.

When the company was founded, it deliberately positioned itself as a consultancy rather than simply a software vendor. This reflected its commitment to working with clients from the very beginning of their software purchasing journey, helping them assess needs, make informed decisions, and achieve successful outcomes. Over time, Attivo has evolved well beyond its original role. While ERP implementation remains a core area of expertise, the company now plays a much broader role in supporting organizations through their digital transformation journeys, delivering a wide range of solutions and services that help businesses modernize, innovate, and grow.

One Partner, Every Stage of the ERP Journey

AttivoERP now steps forward as a single, unified partner offering full-service ERP support from first evaluation through long-term optimization.

The company works across many of the industry’s leading platforms, including:

Acumatica Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Oracle NetSuite SAP Business One Enterpryze Exact Globe+

AttivoERP’s full-service offering spans the entire ERP lifecycle, including:

ERP Selection: Helping businesses identify the right platform for their needs.Implementation: End-to-end deployment support.Training: Through the Attivo Academy resource.Support: Provided through the Attivo TotalCare program.Optimization: Ongoing system refinement as businesses grow.ERP Recovery: Rescuing stalled or troubled implementations.Legacy System Support: Including Macola, Sage 100, Exact, and Dynamics GP.Cloud Hosting: Through the dedicated Attivo Cloud Hosting.Specialized Integrations & Industry Add-Ons: Tailored to specific verticals and workflows.

“Today’s businesses require more than software support—they need a trusted advisor who understands their goals and helps them continuously improve,” said Len Reo, President & Founder of AttivoERP “Our brand relaunch, new website, and reinforces our commitment to innovation and to helping clients achieve lasting ERP success.

“The refreshed brand reflects AttivoERP’s evolution from a traditional ERP reseller and implementation partner into a strategic advisor focused on helping organizations achieve long-term business success through the alignment of people, processes, and technology.

“Len Reo, President & Founder of AttivoERP continued, “Whether a business is choosing their first ERP system or optimizing one they’ve run for a decade, they’re working with the same team, the same standards, and the same commitment to their success as when we first launched. This unification simply makes that visible from the outside.”

More Than Three Decades in the Making

AttivoERP’s roots trace back to 1992, when the company was founded as The Attivo Group — a consulting firm built around a simple idea: helping businesses run better. As ERP solutions became increasingly central to that mission, the business evolved, adopting the AttivoERP identity roughly six years ago to reflect the growing software and implementation focus.

Today, AttivoERP emerges as a unified whole: one brand, one presence, one team that has always worked toward the same goal, even under different names. This unification reflects 34 years of continuous improvement through more platforms, deeper expertise, and a growing team and partner network built around client success.

After more than three decades of growing, adapting, and expanding what we’re capable of, we’re stepping into the market as one unified brand, because that’s what we’ve become,” Reo added.

What’s New Alongside the Launch

The brand unification arrives alongside several new developments:

A new brand identity and unified website, launching this summer at attivoerp.com.AI-powered implementation and migration tools, designed to make ERP projects faster, more accurate, and more affordable.Attivo TotalCare, formalized as a new subscription offering within AttivoERP’s full-service approach.

The launch of AttivoERP.com provides a modern digital experience where clients and prospective customers can access solutions, resources, industry expertise, and educational content designed to maximize the value of their ERP investments.

“A unified brand needed a unified digital presence to match,” said Marla Malkin, VP of Marketing at AttivoERP. “Our new website and identity are built to make it immediately clear who we are and how we can help, no matter where a business is in their ERP journey.”

“For our team, this launch is more about how we show up for clients going forward,” said Emily Perez, Marketing Manager at AttivoERP. “Clients will see one consistent brand at every touchpoint, from the first conversation through years of ongoing support.”

About AttivoERP

AttivoERP is a leading Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) company. AttivoERP is an ERP success partner that helps organizations align technology, people, and processes to drive operational excellence and sustainable growth. The company helps organizations streamline operations, improve visibility, automate business processes, and support growth through innovative technology solutions, strategic guidance, implementation services, managed services, and ongoing client success programs.

For more information, visit www.AttivoERP.com.

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Aon Announces Second-Quarter 2026 Earnings Release and Conference Call Date

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July 10, 2026

DUBLIN, July 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, plans to announce second-quarter 2026 results on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in a news release to be issued at 6:30 AM ET.

Aon’s President and CEO Greg Case and CFO Edmund Reese will also host a conference call at 8:30 AM ET on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, which will be broadcast live through Aon’s Investor Relations website at ir.aon.com. A replay will be available shortly after the live webcast. The earnings release and supplemental slide presentation will also be available on Aon’s Investor Relations website.

About Aon
Aon plc (NYSE: AON) exists to shape decisions for the better — to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. Through actionable analytic insight, globally integrated Risk Capital and Human Capital expertise, and locally relevant solutions, our colleagues provide clients in over 120 countries with the clarity and confidence to make better risk and people decisions that protect and grow their businesses.

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Aon Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

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July 10, 2026

DUBLIN, July 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced that the Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.820 per share on Aon’s outstanding Class A Ordinary Shares. The dividend is payable August 14, 2026 to shareholders of record on August 3, 2026.

About Aon

Aon plc (NYSE: AON) exists to shape decisions for the better — to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. Through actionable analytic insight, globally integrated Risk Capital and Human Capital expertise, and locally relevant solutions, our colleagues provide clients in over 120 countries with the clarity and confidence to make better risk and people decisions that protect and grow their businesses.

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