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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
May 02, 2018
Today's Headlines
Kitchens Dethroned as Top Reno Project
Bathrooms have overtaken kitchens as the most popular remodeling project, according to a new survey by the National Association of Home Builders.
N.C.: Agents Play Role in Stopping Opioid Crisis
North Carolina brokers and real estate professionals were called upon by the state’s law enforcement to help battle a growing opioid addiction crisis. Here are steps you can take at showings and open houses to help.
8 Real Estate Tech Startups to Watch in 2018
Second Century Ventures, an investment arm of the National Association of REALTORS®, named eight startups to its 2018 REach Accelerator Class. From a Fitbit-like program to help achieve your financial tools to virtual staging solutions, learn about these upcoming disruptors.
DocuSign Soars After IPO Debut
DocuSign, the e-signature company that helped usher in the era of digital real estate closings, debuted as an initial public offering late last week and is off to a strong start.
Highest Rates in 5 Years Prompt Pullback
Would-be home buyers and refinancing homeowners both receded from the mortgage market last week as mortgage rates surged to their highest averages since 2013.
U.S. Sets Goal: No Traffic Deaths by 2050
There's good news for anyone who spends their time in cars: Federal agencies are promoting ways to eliminate fatalities on and around roadways.
Are You Safer Working on a Team?
Conducting showings in a group or colisting homes doesn’t alone necessarily make you less of a target for criminals. Safety procedures are just as important for teams as individual agents. Here’s how to make personal security part of your team’s culture.
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