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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
May 31, 2018
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Email Scam Claims to Be From NAR
A scam sender posing as NAR is emailing members with an attachment that asks for updates to a member directory.
Will Slip in Contract Signings Be Long-Term?
Pending home sales decreased in April to their third lowest level over the past year. Is it a temporary drop or a more permanent problem?

 
Hawaii Homes Were Built Despite Lava Risk
Developers of Lower Puna, one of the most affordable neighborhoods on Hawaii’s Big Island, constructed the properties years ago knowing that the area was in a volcanic danger zone, according to news reports.
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Pros Use Adult Coloring Books to Sell Homes
Brokerages are finding a way to use real estate- and cityscape-themed coloring books in their business.
Amazon HQ2 Finalists Ranked on Housing
The online retail giant plans to announce its second headquarters location later this summer, and a handful of finalist cities are eagerly awaiting the decision.

May Prices Reached Record Highs
U.S. prices surged to an all-time high and homes sold faster than they ever have in May, according to the latest housing report from realtor.com®.
Using AI to Build Relationships
The term “artificial intelligence” can spark sci-fi images of a robot army taking over the world. But in reality, AI is simply building on existing technology to help you work more efficiently.
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Fair Housing: Facing the Pain and Promise
The REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo in Washington, D.C., was a gathering place for reconciliation and recommitment to ending discrimination in housing.
Is the ‘Perfect MLS’ Achievable?
There’s no shortage of issues faced by the hundreds of multiple listings services across the country. Here are a few of the ways MLS executives, agents, and brokers suggest the situation can be improved for all.