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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
May 30, 2018
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Architects Name the Top Landscaping Trends for 2018
Landscape architects reveal the hottest trends for sprucing up outdoor spaces.
Drop in Rates Still Doesn’t Budge Loan Demand
Mortgage rates eased last week following recent increases, but would-be home buyers or refinancers didn’t bite.

 
Single-Family Rental Giant Hit With Class-Action Suit
Invitation Homes is facing a class-action lawsuit from tenants who are accusing the company of stacking late fees against those who pay their rent late.
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How to Get More Shares of Your Real Estate Content
The more shares you can get of your content online, the more you get your name in front of potential prospects. But getting shares is harder to do nowadays. Here are a few tips.
Texas Weighs Stronger Building Codes Post-Harvey
Texas cities are weighing a program called “Fortified” to build homes and businesses sturdier to withstand powerful storms.

To Succeed, Set Rejection as a Goal
One writer shows how, by anticipating rejection in her sales, she set herself up for success.
Using AI to Build Relationships
The term “artificial intelligence” can spark sci-fi images of a robot army taking over the world. But in reality, AI is simply building on existing technology to help you work more efficiently.
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Fair Housing: Facing the Pain and Promise
The REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo in Washington, D.C., was a gathering place for reconciliation and recommitment to ending discrimination in housing.
Is the ‘Perfect MLS’ Achievable?
There’s no shortage of issues faced by the hundreds of multiple listings services across the country. Here are a few of the ways MLS executives, agents, and brokers suggest the situation can be improved for all.