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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
September 04, 2018
Today's Headlines
Yards for New Homes Smaller Than Ever
Median lot sizes nationwide have reached record lows, according to the Census Bureau.
Ultra-Luxury Market Grapples With $1B in Price Reductions
Sellers who own the priciest homes in the country have had to make mega price cuts to lure buyers. Here’s a theory for why.
Mortgage Borrowers Get Loan Approval With Lower Credit
Recent studies suggest that home buyers with low credit scores and high debt-to-income ratios may have an easier time qualifying for financing.
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These 3 Plants Can Kill Your Curb Appeal
Though lush shrubs and flowering plants can boost a home's curb appeal, some have a reputation for being destructive to lawns.
4 Rules for Creating Signage That Sells
Follow these best practices for signage that will communicate your message and brand, as well as catch prospects’ attention.
Opendoor Aims to Capture More Markets
The company’s planned expansion would make its service accessible to 15 percent of the U.S. population.
How Technology Strengthens Real Estate
At NAR's iOi Summit, technologists from both inside and outside the industry explored innovations that will change real estate in the coming years.
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