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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
December 21, 2017
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2017 in Review: 20 Hot Markets This Year
Realtor.com® names the top-performing metros of 2017.
Freddie to Expand Affordable Housing Options
The mortgage financing giant’s new plan aims to help lower-income buyers and renters by financing more rural and manufactured housing and preserving affordable housing across the country.
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No Chill on Showing Traffic in November
Counter to seasonal trends, demand for showing appointments is increasing, a new index shows.
Make safety a part of your New Year’s Resolution. Have safety protocols in place, and follow them every day with every client. Visit: www.NAR.realtor/Safety
4 Tips for Realistic To-Do Lists
Get the most out of your to-do lists with these four organizational tips to stay productive and practical.
Avoid These Scented Candle Faux Pas
Follow these guidelines to choose the right fragrance when freshening up your next home showing.
Broker Summit Registration Opens Jan. 8
Registration opens on Jan. 8 for the 2018 REALTOR® Broker Summit, NAR’s premier broker event. Encourage your members to join NAR in Nashville, TN on April 4-5. Attendees will learn from and collaborate with industry experts, tech entrepreneurs and top brokers to position their brokerage for success. The 2018 program can be viewed online now.
Charitable Giving as a Small Business
Besides benefiting charity, your small business can gain a deeper community connection and financial advantages from donating this holiday season.
10 Home Trends That Will Shape 2018
Deeper technology integration and healthier, more connected living environments are on tap for real estate next year. Prepare for what’s ahead by learning about the products and services transforming clients’ lifestyles.

 
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