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REALTOR® magazine (http://www.realtor.org/realtormag) is the official magazine of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and the business tool for real estate professionals.
The magazine advances real estate best practices, brings expert insight to significant trends, and provides REALTORS® with timely decision-making tools on business purchases and strategies.
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REALTORS® Gain New Perspective on Global Real Estate Market
New Orleans, NA - November 8, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Real estate professionals from across the U.S. and abroad participated in a series of international discussions to gain global real estate insights during “Bringing International Real Estate Practices to the U.S.” at the 2010 REALTORS Conference & Expo in New Orleans this week.
REALTORS® Help Consumers Understand the Value of Green
New Orleans, LA - November 8, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- In today’s economy, consumers are looking for cost savings, and toward this end, Realtors® are helping home buyers recognize the value of green properties for both themselves and their communities. Author and home-building coach Sara Lamia explained why going green is worth the green at the “Green Labels Sell Homes” forum today at the 2010 REALTORS® Conference & Expo
Realtors® Cautiously Optimistic about Future of Housing Market
New Orleans, LA - November 8, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Real estate experts were cautiously optimistic about the current and future state of the industry at today’s State of the Real Estate Industry forum during the 2010 REALTORS® Conference & Expo
Market Challenges, New Technologies Converge to Change Realtor®-Consumer Relationship
New Orleans, LA - February 1, 2010 - (TrainingRama) -- A dynamic mix of economic conditions and new technologies are transforming the way Realtors® work with buyers, sellers and investors in today’s real estate market. Realtor® Mike Aubrey, host of HGTV’s Real Estate Intervention, shared his insights into “What’s Changing in Real Estate” today at the 2010 REALTORS® Conference & Expo.
Steady Improvement Predicted for Commercial Market
New Orleans, - November 8, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- LA While still experiencing challenges, the commercial real estate market could see signs of steady improvement in the near future, specifically concerning lending. This is according to two economists at the Economic Issues and Commercial Real Estate Business Trends Forum at the 2010 Realtors® Conference & Expo in New Orleans today.
NAR Home Buyer and Seller Survey Shows Value of Long-Term Home Ownership
New Orleans, LA - November 8, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Home buyers today have affirmed a long-term view of home ownership, the typical seller is experiencing positive returns and the vast majority of home owners see their property as a good investment, according to the latest consumer survey of home buyers and sellers. The study was released here today at the 2010 Realtors® Conference & Expo.
Slow, Steady Housing Recovery Expected Ahead
New Orleans, LA - November 8, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- A slow, steady recovery is predicted for the housing market despite ongoing challenges, according to a residential market update today at the 2010 REALTORS® Conference & Expo
Incoming NAR President Sees Challenges, Opportunities in 2011
New Orleans, LA - November 8, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Realtors® are ready to meet the challenges of the coming year head-on, according to Ron Phipps, 2011 National Association of Realtors® president. Phipps shared his perspective and insights into some of the key issues facing the real estate industry in the coming year during the 2010 REALTORS Conference & Expo today.
Pending Home Sales Slip but Modest Recovery Expected in 2011
New Orleans, LA - November 5, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Pending home sales retreated after two monthly gains, signaling an uneven recovery entering 2011 with some near-term disruptions from the foreclosure moratorium, according to the National Association of Realtors®. The report was released here at the 2010 Realtors® Conference & Expo
Home Ownership Matters Take Priority at NAR Conference
New Orleans, LA - November 5, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The impact of homeownership on individuals, communities, and the nation's economy will be front-and-center during the 2010 Realtors® Conference & Expo here this week through November 8.
Evolved e-PRO® Program Helps Realtors® Stay on Top of Technology Trends
New Orleans, LA - November 4, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- As technology and social media tools evolve, so does the National Association of Realtors®’ e-PRO® certification program. A new e-PRO® curriculum was unveiled today during the 2010 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, as Realtors® attending the conference took the first new courses.
Realtors Help New Orleans Family Realize Dream of Homeownership
New Orleans, - November 4, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Owning a home is part of the American dream, and that dream came true today for the Hayes family of New Orleans, thanks to the National Association of Realtors® and New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity.
Realtor Good Neighbor Award Winners Devoted to Strengthening Communities
Chicago, IL - October 28, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Whether they are helping a family achieve the dream of homeownership or volunteering time to those who need a helping hand, Realtors® share a common goal of building and strengthening communities. The individuals named as this year’s REALTOR® Magazine Good Neighbor Award winners are leading examples of Realtors®’ commitment to communities, whether in their own backyard or halfway around the world.
September Existing-Home Sales Show Another Strong Gain
Washington, DC - October 25, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Existing-home sales rose again in September, affirming that a sales recovery has begun, according to the National Association of Realtors
Nearly Eight in 10 Americans Still Believe Buying a Home Makes Good Financial Sense
Washington, DC - October 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Nearly eight out of 10 respondents believe buying a home is a good financial decision, despite ongoing challenges with the economy and housing market. That’s according to the 2010 National Housing Pulse Survey, an annual report released today by the National Association of Realtors®.
Realtors® Support FHFA Proposal to End Private Transfer Fees
Washington, DC - October 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The National Association of Realtors® strongly supports the proposed guidance from the Federal Housing Finance Agency to prevent government-sponsored enterprises Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the 12 Federal Home Loan Banks from investing in mortgages encumbered by private transfer fee covenants
NAR’s HouseLogic Launches Campaign to Help Military Families Sustain Homeownership
Washington, DC - October 11, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The National Association of Realtors®’ HouseLogic, a free, comprehensive consumer website about all aspects of homeownership, today launched Operation Home Relief, a new Facebook Causes campaign. The campaign aims to increase awareness, rally support and raise funding for USA Cares, a nonprofit organization that provides counseling and financial foreclosure assistance to post-9/11 active duty U.S. military service personnel, veterans and their families.
Realtor® and Industry Veteran Joins REALTORS® Federal Credit Union
Washington, DC - October 11, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Benny McMahan, a Realtor® and former president-CEO of the Texas Association of Realtors®, recently joined the REALTORS® Federal Credit Union as the director of industry relations. In the newly formed position, McMahan will primarily work directly with local and state Realtor® associations, as well as brokers, to help them communicate and promote benefits of the RFCU to members.
Realtor and Industry Veteran Joins REALTORS Federal Credit Union
Washington, DC - October 7, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Benny McMahan, a Realtor® and former president-CEO of the Texas Association of Realtors®, recently joined the REALTORS® Federal Credit Union as the director of industry relations. In the newly formed position, McMahan will primarily work directly with local and state Realtor® associations, as well as brokers, to help them communicate and promote benefits of the RFCU to members
Pending Home Sales Show Another Gain
Washington, DC - October 4, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Pending home sales have increased for the second consecutive month, according to the National Association of Realtors
New Short Sale Course Gives Realtors Additional Guidance on Federal Programs
Washington, DC - October 1, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- While home buyers and sellers continue to be discouraged and frustrated by the complex and lengthy short sale process, the National Association of Realtors® is making sure Realtors® have the resources and tools they need to help consumers navigate these transactions. As part of that effort, NAR has just launched the HAFA (Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives) Short Sales course
NAR Still Advocating Flood Insurance Reforms and a Longer Term, as 1-Year Extension Becomes...
Washington, DC - October 1, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- The National Association of Realtors® said today it was pleased that Congress passed and the president signed into law a one-year extension of the National Flood Insurance Program for before it expires tomorrow, but still believes a longer extension and program reforms are needed to provide fairness and continuity to the NFIP
Realtors Advocate Attainable, Sustainable Homeownership at Housing Finance Reform Conference
Washington, DC - September 27, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Attainable and sustainable homeownership should be the goal for restructuring the secondary mortgage market, said National Association of Realtors® President Vicki Cox Golder today at a Regional Conference on Housing Finance Reform. The conference, held in Cleveland, was sponsored by the administration and focused on the future of the nation’s housing finance system.
Existing-Home Sales Move Up in August
Washington, DC - September 23, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Existing-home sales rose in August following a big correction in July, according to the National Association of Realtors
NAR Urges Comprehensive Flood Insurance Reform as Senate Passes Short-Term Bill
Washington, DC - September 23, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Congress needs to act quickly to reauthorize and strengthen the National Flood Insurance Program for the long term to prevent undermining the fragile real estate market, the National Association of Realtors® testified to the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs today
NAR Hails Bill to Hasten Lender Response to Short Sale Requests
Washington, DC - September 17, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Homeowners who are underwater with their mortgage may find that relief is on the way from a bill strongly supported by the National Association of Realtors® that would impose a deadline on lenders to respond to short-sale requests
Pending Home Sales Rise
Washington, DC - September 2, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Following a sharp drop in the months immediately after expiration of the home buyer tax credit, pending home sales have modestly risen, according to the National Association of Realtors
Katrina Anniversary Underscores Importance of Protecting Your Home and Family
Washington, DC - August 31, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- It’s been five years since Hurricane Katrina came roaring into the Gulf Coast, dramatically changing New Orleans and the lives of those who called it home. While there is very little homeowners can do when facing a natural disaster of that magnitude, the anniversary – and the current threat from Hurricane Danielle – is an important reminder that with a little planning and preparation, homeowners can better protect their home and family from a disaster.
Commercial Real Estate Remains Soft but Favors Business Expansion
Washington, DC - August 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Commercial real estate sectors, hurt by weak job growth, are offering incentives in many areas that are conducive to business expansion, according to the National Association of Realtors
July Existing-Home Sales Fall as Expected but Prices Rise
Washington, DC - August 24, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- Existing-home sales were sharply lower in July following expiration of the home buyer tax credit but home prices continued to gain, according to the National Association of Realtors
