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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
March 29, 2018
Today's Headlines
How Unstaged Rooms Hamper a Home Sale
Sellers may be shooting themselves in the foot when they leave a room empty, dark, or cluttered. Here’s the effect each offense has on a property.
Sotheby’s Brings Augmented Reality to Real Estate
The brokerage has launched an app that lets home buyers instantly see design possibilities by virtually staging an empty room in a listing.

Startups Aim to Help Renters in Pricey Markets
Some companies are teaching cash-strapped renters how to qualify for an apartment and budget for hikes in rental costs.
With over 50 years in the industry, Frank Williams has played an integral part in fighting racism and championing the fair housing movement. Read his story and learn more.
New App Assesses Quake Risk for Californians
The California Geological Survey is helping state residents learn how close they live to a fault line, using interactive maps that can be accessed via smartphone.
Study: ‘Affordability Crisis’ Is Worsening
Finding a home in an affordable price range is getting increasingly difficult across the country, not just in expensive coastal markets.
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New-Home Sales Underperform in February
They dropped for the third consecutive month, mostly due to lower sales in the Midwest and West.
What’s Your Best Real Estate Story?
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