Home ownership in the U.S. has dropped significantly over the past decade.
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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
March 28, 2017
Today's Headlines
The Economy's Thorn: Low Ownership Rates
The decline in the U.S. homeownership rate represents "a substantial hurdle" that is stifling the pace for economic growth.
Comeback Markets Among Housing's Healthiest
Some of the nation's once hardest-hit housing markets are now among some of the healthiest.
Why Your Agents Still Need a Website
These three tips will help brokers explain to agents why it's still important to operate their own independent websites.
Do you make a big impact on your community through volunteer work? Apply to win $10,000 and national publicity for your cause.
Freddie to Aid Those Without Credit Scores
Beginning in June, borrowers without credit scores may have an easier time qualifying for purchase mortgages or no-cash-out refinance transactions.
You'll Spot More Construction Cranes Here
More than 378,000 new apartments are expected to be built nationwide this year, a 30-year high. That means a lot more construction cranes filling skylines.
CEO Search Underway at Century 21
Rick Davidson announced that he will step down as CEO and president of Century 21, effective April 21, to return to his entrepreneurial roots in real estate.
Did Contingencies Almost Kill Your Sale?
When you're working with sellers and a buyer's contingency demands are threatening your client's best interests, how do you overcome these challenges? We want to talk to listing agents who have been in this situation for an upcoming article in the July/August issue of REALTOR® Magazine. Email writer John Frank at johnnfrank@gmail.com to share your story.
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