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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
October 10, 2017
Today's Headlines
Most Common Contingencies Buyers Request
The most common contract contingencies in August were related to the buyer obtaining financing, the homes passing inspection, and appraisal issues.
Couple Sues Neighbors for Copycat House
These Toronto homeowners raise the question of whether the design of your home is protected under copyright laws.
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Mortgage Fraud Is Back on the Rise
See why it’s likely to only get worse.
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3 Ways Your Site Turns Off House Hunters
Make sure your website isn’t turning off potential buyers with its search functionality.
Buyers Upbeat About Future Inventory
Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index matched an all-time high in September, as consumers show optimism for buying and selling.
Easy Maintenance Tips to Boost Value
Pass these four tips on to buyers to help protect their home investment through simple repairs and upkeep.
What’s Your Scariest Real Estate Story?
Have you ever listed or shown a haunted house? Had a creepy run-in with a client? Felt uneasy in a home or neighborhood? Halloween is around the corner, and we want to hear your horror stories from the field! Email REALTOR® Magazine senior editor Graham Wood at gwood@realtors.org.
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