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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
March 19, 2018
Today's Headlines
Study: FEMA Severely Lowballs Flood Risk
Tens of millions of homeowners who don’t live near a federally recognized floodplain may still be in danger of flooding, researchers say.
Buyers Make 20% Higher Down Payments
Find out the areas where consumers are putting down the most money for a home.
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Yun: Housing Starts Are ‘Vastly Inadequate’
Fewer new homes were in the pipeline in February, which shows “movement in the wrong direction” amid intensifying buyer demand, NAR’s chief economist says of latest new-construction figures.
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7 Most Affordable Small Towns in 2018
For your clients who enjoy a slower pace of life, realtor.com® researchers have identified the best places to call home.
The Cities Where Owners Are Still Underwater
Though homeowners are gaining equity across the country, these areas still have a disproportionately high number of properties in the red.
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More Homeowners, Appraisers Agree on Values
Appraised home values are drawing closer and closer to what homeowners expect.
Should You Give Showing Feedback?
It can be a valuable tool for sellers, but buyer’s agents have good reasons to limit what they say.
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