Under-the-radar NAR nonprofit may have hidden GOP agenda
A new report from "The New York Times" examines the NAR-created American Property Owners Alliance, a nonprofit organization ostensibly dedicated to property rights, which has given heavily to Republican causes....
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Americans optimistic home prices and mortgage rates have peaked
While only 23 percent of Americans surveyed by mortgage giant Fannie Mae in November thought it was a good time to buy a home, that's up from 14 percent a year ago, when mortgage rates were near post-pandemic peaks....
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12 gifts for Realtors that won’t collect dust this holiday season
With gift shopping in full swing, everyone has asked themselves the million-dollar question, "What would make the perfect present?" While perfection might be elusive, Inman’s Holiday Gift Guide for 2024 aims to help you get as close as possible when selecting gifts for the hardworking agents...
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Agents see green shoots around the corner: Client Pipeline Tracker
As real estate agents gradually become more familiar with how the NAR settlement will impact business, they're increasingly open to rosier possibilities, according to a new Intel analysis....
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The customer is always right, but what if they’ve been misinformed?
Rachael Hite shares strategies for combatting client misinformation while maintaining close connections and positive communication....
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What real estate agents need to know about cognitive impairment
Senior real estate specialist Nikki Buckelew writes that understanding cognitive impairment among seniors is about being more than just a real estate professional — it’s about being a trusted guide during one of the most challenging transitions of someone’s life....
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How to identify the top new amenities in multifamily housing
Multifamily operators must know that trends are fickle and vogue fades, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes. Build a community around your amenities, not vice versa....
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Top producer’s best time-efficiency tip: Lean into lead generation tech
Good technology helps agents save time. It helps agents stay organized. And it can help agents land deals with serious customers — ones who may refer even more business their way....
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Building a future of growth with the right franchise partnership
For broker-owners looking to expand their real estate business, the right partnership can be a game-changer....
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Direct mail isn’t dead! 16 examples that are working now
Using real-world examples from a variety of markets and niches, Jimmy Burgess shares ideas for creating impactful and effective direct mail marketing collateral....
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