National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine

December 13, 2017

Today's Headlines

A conference committee today begins the task of reconciling the differences in the U.S. House and Senate's versions of the proposed tax reform legislation.

Homeowners Say Tax Reform Would Hurt Them

Homeowners reveal in a new survey that lawmakers’ proposals to change homeownership tax incentives would greatly restrict their mobility and harm their finances.

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44% of Retirees Still Have a Mortgage

More than 44 percent of retirees in their sixties still carry a mortgage, and many of those are eight years or more away from being paid off.

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Mall Giant Westfield Sold in $16B Deal

The sale comes at a time when the mall sector is struggling to define itself as it competes with growing threats from online shopping.

Mortgage Applications Teeter as Rates Rise

Loan demand dropped 2.3 percent last week as a slight uptick in rates may have spooked potential home buyers and refinancers.

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Instagram Adds Ability to Follow a Hashtag

You’ll be able to more easily follow real estate photos and topics on Instagram with its new feature that lets you follow hashtags.

Need a Gift Idea for Your Clients?

If you’re doing last-minute holiday shopping, make sure to grab something for your most loyal customers. We’ve got ideas to fit any budget.

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