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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
November 28, 2017
Today's Headlines
This Is How Fast a Home Sells Today
The median time on market is shockingly shorter than it was five years ago, according to new NAR data.
More Boomers Seek No-Fuss Apartment Life
Between 2009 and 2015, the number of renters ages 55 and older jumped 28 percent, while renters ages 34 and younger only increased 3 percent, according to Census data.
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Sorting Through the Tax Reform Proposals
Here’s a roundup of key items to know about the House and Senate bills making their way through Congress.
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New-Home Sales Surge to 10-Year High
A construction ramp-up in entry-level price points is helping to increase demand.
Millennials: We Don’t Want to Be Renters
Young adults show desire for homeownership, prompting upbeat forecasts for homebuying activity in the future.
Suburbs to Be Hot Office Markets in 2018
Economists predict that 47 percent of overall office development next year will be in suburban areas.
Choose the Right Stain for Hardwood Floors
Your client’s choice will have a substantial impact on the overall look of their home. (And it’s not cheap to redo if they get it wrong the first time.) Make sure they ask these important questions before changing their floor color.
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