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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
January 05, 2018
Today's Headlines
8 Signs of Fake Buyers, Sellers
Las Vegas real estate agent Lisa Holmquist says she watches for these indications that prospects aren’t being upfront about their real estate intentions.
Protect Your Devices From New Security Flaws
Apple is the latest to say all of its iOS devices and Macs have processor issues that leave user information vulnerable to hackers. Here’s what to do.
Smart-Home Tech: The Perfect Closing Gift?
Recently surveyed consumers say they are most often introduced to smart home technology by receiving it as a gift, and once they own a device, they love it.
Broker Summit Registration Opens Jan. 8
Registration opens Jan. 8 for NAR’s premier broker event. The 2018 REALTOR® Broker Summit will be held April 4-5 in Nashville, TN. 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.
More House Fires Ignite in Colder Months
A greater number of structural blazes occur in the winter. Older homes may have the greatest risk.
Mortgage Rates Ring in New Year With a Dip
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is now down a quarter of a percentage point from a year ago.
VHT Studios Expands Talent, Acquires Circlepix
The acquisition combines two of the largest real estate photographer networks in the country.
7 Habits to Boost Business in 2018
No doubt you’ve thought long and hard about your goals for the new year. But are they SMART goals? In order to realize them, you’ll have to get into a healthy business routine. Here are seven habits to practice every day.
Volunteering Works selects REALTORS who volunteer in the community to win expert mentoring and seed grants to expand their charitable work. Apply by Feb. 28
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