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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
October 13, 2017
Today's Headlines
Buyers Aren’t Spooked by Haunted Houses
With inventories so tight, many consumers say they’re even willing to live in a haunted house.
Sell Your Listing With the Right Music
A little music may be what your listing needs to make buyers feel more welcome, some real estate pros say.
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Mortgage Rates Take a Leap This Week
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage posted its largest week-over-week increase since July.
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Parents Helping Kids Compete in Bidding Wars
To help their adult children, parents are taking out equity in their own home so their kids can buy a home of their own.
10 Best Markets for Raising a Family
These markets offer the most spacious and affordable homes to families, according to new metro rankings.
Survey: American Dream Varies by Gender, Age
Homeownership transcends gender and age differences as the highest ranking element of the American dream. But a report shows other priorities range differently.
What’s Your Scariest Real Estate Story?
Have you ever listed or shown a haunted house? Had a creepy run-in with a client? Felt uneasy in a home or neighborhood? Halloween is around the corner, and we want to hear your horror stories from the field! Email REALTOR® Magazine senior editor Graham Wood at gwood@realtors.org.
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