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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
November 26, 2018
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Plan to Reduce Human Appraisals May Lead to ‘Wildly Inaccurate’ Estimates
Federal agencies want more properties to qualify for automated valuations, but appraisers say it could increase grossly inaccurate value estimates.
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Viral Listing With Half-Nude Models Draws Backlash
A Houston agent hired two fitness models to pose for property photos, but public complaints prompted a local real estate portal to remove the listing.
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More Buyers Turn to ARMs for Lower Borrowing Costs
As interest rates rise, mortgage borrowers seek a break in costs—though ARMs carry potential financial risks.
Most Young Adults Prioritize Homeownership Over Marriage
Millennials name owning a home as their second-highest goal behind retirement, according to a new survey.
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Tax Reform Opens New Doors for CRE
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