NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall said that as NAR reviews the legislation, Realtors® are steadfast in ensuring homeownership is protected throughout the tax debate, and are watching closely for changes to current law that might leave middle-class homeowners worse off.
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Trust Stamp is a tool for helping improve the safety of real estate professionals, who frequently meet new clients or unknown individuals. NAR’s 2017 Member Safety Report found that more than one in three agents experienced a situation that made them fear for their personal safety or the safety of their personal information.
Stubbornly low inventory conditions in a large swath of the country are behind the below-average share of first-time buyers in recent years, but there is gaining evidence that an increase in homebuilding is around the corner.
November 6, 2017
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Adam DeSanctis 202-383-1178Elizabeth Mendenhall, a sixth-generation REALTOR® from Columbia, Missouri was installed Nov. 6, 2017, as NAR's 2018 president.
November 6, 2017
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Sara Wiskerchen 202-383-1013 Kulick has devoted more than 30 years to the betterment of his local, state, and national associations and real estate community.
November 6, 2017
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Cole Henry 202-383-1290Woodcock has had a great impact on his local and state REALTOR® associations and held multiple leadership positions.
November 6, 2017
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Cole Henry 202-383-1290Real estate professionals and consumers often do not consider the risks of fraud in complicated real estate transactions, said attorney Jon Goodman in a session at the 2017 REALTORS® Conference & Expo. Goodman shared several red flags real estate professionals should keep in mind during a transaction, and the steps agents can take to ensure transactions are secure.
Understanding recent buyer preferences and knowing where buyers may see the best return on their purchase can ensure real estate professions are providing irreplaceable value to help their clients achieve their goals.
Nearly nine in 10 Realtors® are independent contractors and typically don’t have access to traditional employer-provided benefits, such as retirement savings plans. To help them better secure their financial futures and reach their retirement savings goals, the NAR has selected Bank of America Merrill Lynch to develop a financial wellness program with customized benefits for members.
November 4, 2017
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Sara Wiskerchen 202-383-1013 Commercial prices will plateau and may fall in large markets, but secondary markets will experience sustained demand and stable real estate prices, according to Lawrence Yun, National Association of Realtors® chief economist.