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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
September 15, 2017
Today's Headlines
Tax Reform Proposals Threaten Owners
NAR testifies on Capitol Hill that current ideas of how to reform the tax code would raise taxes for millions of middle-class homeowners and possibly trigger a housing downturn.
REALTORS® Raise $1.8M for Storm Victims
The real estate industry has been pouring in donations to go toward supporting people affected by catastrophic flooding from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.
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Childless Households Shape Real Estate Trends
The fertility rate in the U.S. has dropped to the lowest level on record, and with fewer people having kids, consumers’ housing needs are changing.
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Mortgage Rates Maintain Yearly Lows
Borrowers still have the opportunity to take advantage of savings.
Industry Lauds Pick for HUD Deputy Secretary
Pam Patenaude, who was confirmed by the Senate on Thursday, has a “big task ahead” at a critical point for housing, says NAR President William E. Brown.
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Realty ONE Group Names New President
Vinnie Tracey, former president of RE/MAX International, has been tapped to lead the brokerage as it aims to expand domestically and abroad.
Were You Hit by the Hurricanes?
We’re looking to interview real estate pros who are persevering through the aftermath of hurricanes Harvey and Irma. What are you struggling with most as you get your business back on track and work with affected clients? Email REALTOR® Magazine senior editor Graham Wood at gwood@realtors.org.
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