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Cybersecurity and Real Estate December 4, 2017
As more and more real estate transactions take place online and through email, it has become even more important for real estate professionals to implement best practices to stay cybersecure.
Saving for a Down Payment December 4, 2017
Taking small steps such as giving up buying coffee or bringing a homemade lunch to work can help potential homebuyers put aside thousands without making huge lifestyle sacrifices
Clever Cures for the Worst of Winter December 4, 2017
Cold weather can keep homeowners cooped up inside for months, so why not use that time to take on some quick and easy DIY home repairs.
Most Home Buyers Use Real Estate Agents November 2, 2017
Buying a home is a significant financial transaction, and according to a new report from NAR, 87 percent of all buyers will use a real estate agent to help navigate it.
Do You Want a Career in Real Estate? November 2, 2017
Flexible hours, interest in the industry, and working with people are reasons many REALTORS® were attracted to a career in real estate. People skills, self-motivation and negotiation skills were rated as the top traits needed for success.
These Myths Cost Homeowners Money November 2, 2017
Homeowners are constantly on the lookout for clever hacks to make managing and cleaning a home easier, but some of these tricks may be costing them money in the long run.
Student Debt Holding Back Millennials September 29, 2017
The typical millennial student loan debt load is $41,200, which is greater than their average annual income, $38,800. This has delayed several major financial and personal milestones, including buying a home.
Remodeling Your Home, Love Your Home! September 29, 2017
According to a new report from NAR, homeowners who complete a remodeling project are more satisfied with their home.
Preparing for Winter in Fall September 29, 2017
Autumn’s arrival means sweater weather, pumpkin flavored everything and getting the house ready for winter. Smart homeowners know that the perfect time to start preparing for cold weather is before the weather arrives.
Moving With Kids September 1, 2017
Home buyers and sellers with children face a unique set of difficulties and stressors during the moving process.

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Forget Open Shelving: It’s Now Trendy to Hide Kitchenware January 18, 2023
It’s Now Trendy to Hide Kitchenware Homeowners may be relieved that those perfect displays are falling out of favor. By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Design Trends, Kitchen & Bath
A Home Stager Shares 5 Hot Trends She’s Watching for 2023 January 17, 2023
Home Stager Shares 5 Hot Trends She’s Watching for 2023 Homes are getting more energized by unique, personality-driven design. By: Krisztina Bell Staging
5 Home Improvement Trends to Watch, According to Handyman Pros January 12, 2023
5 Home Improvement Trends to Watch The remodeling boom continues. Here are some popular house projects that handyman professionals are increasingly being called upon to help. Remodeling, Design Trends
Hot Home Trend: Gothic Glam January 4, 2023
Hot Home Trend: Gothic Glam Find out more about this edgy, high-style look. Design Trends, Kitchen & Bath
3 Features Dating Your Exterior and How to Fix Them December 22, 2022
3 Features Dating Your Exterior and How to Fix Them A few updates—big or small—can dress up a home’s outside. By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Design & Architecture
Just Because You Can Paint it Doesn't Mean You Should December 20, 2022
Just Because You Can Paint it Doesn't Mean You Should Painting is one of the easiest, most popular ways to give a home a DIY update. But is that always the right answer? Design Trends
Designers Predict the Hottest 2023 Home Trends December 7, 2022
Designers Predict the Hottest 2023 Home Trends Learn 8 styles that are on interior designers’ radar for the new year, along with three they hope to never see again. Design Trends
5 Holiday Decor Trends That May—or May Not—Bring You Joy December 7, 2022
Holiday Decor Trends That May—or May Not—Bring You Joy These bold design ideas for year-end festivities probably aren’t for everyone. But some might make sense for your listing. By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Staging
Favorite Interior Design Trend by Decade December 2, 2022
Favorite Interior Design Trend by Decade The latest home design fads often are inspired by the past. Find out the trends from years ago that are among consumers’ favorites. Design Trends
Outsmart Jack Frost: Tending to the Trees for Winter November 28, 2022
Outsmart Jack Frost: Tending to the Trees for Winter Follow these five tips to prepare your property’s trees for the cooler months ahead.

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Instant Reaction: Jobs, February 3, 2023 February 3, 2023
Instant Reaction: Jobs, February 3, 2023 In January, net new payroll job gains (those receiving steady W-2 statement salaries) totaled 517,000. By: Lawrence Yun
Young Adults Moved Home, But Now are Moving Out February 2, 2023
Young Adults Moved Home, But Now are Moving Out In 2022, 15.6% of young adults aged 25 to 34 lived at home with family. In 2020, those figures grew to the highest share recorded since 1960, 17.8%. By: Jessica Lautz Working With Buyers, First-Time Homebuyers, Working With Sellers
Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, February 2, 2023 February 2, 2023
Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, February 2, 2023 The rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage dropped to 6.09% from 6.13% the previous week. By: Nadia Evangelou Mortgage Financing
Where People Moved in 2022 January 27, 2023
Where People Moved in 2022 After a historically low moving rate in 2021, data indicates that even fewer Americans moved across the country in 2022. By: Nadia Evangelou Coronavirus
December 2022 Pending Home Sales Show First Month-to-Month Gain Since May 2022 January 27, 2023
Pending Home Sales Show Month-to-Month Gain in December December’s pending home sales pace increased 2.5% last month but fell 33.8% from a year ago. By: Michael Hyman

Appraisals and Valuation

NAR Asks FHA To Collaborate With Other Regulators on New Reconsideration of Value Proposal February 3, 2023
NAR joined a group of industry and consumer groups in a response to the FHA's request for comment on its proposed revision to a mortgagee letter on reconsideration of value (ROV).
NAR Makes Recommendations on VA Appraisal Modernization January 20, 2023
NAR sent a letter to the Veterans Affairs (VA) secretary recommending a slower, thoughtful approach to VA's appraisal modernization while keeping protections for the Loan Guarantee Program.
Appraisal Data Collectors: What You Should Know January 17, 2023
Some appraisal management companies (AMCs) now send “data collectors” to take video, pictures, and measurements of properties instead of an appraiser. Learn more about what has changed in the appraisal data collection process.
NAR Comments on Proposed Changes to Appraisal Reconsideration Policy January 13, 2023
NAR raised concerns about not limiting the number of comparable properties offered in the appraisal reconsideration policy.
Senate Passes VA Appraisal Modernization Bill December 20, 2022
This bill requires the Veterans Administration to review its policies with respect to appraiser eligibility, appraisal waivers, and desktop appraisals with an emphasis on reducing costs to consumers and turn times.
Top 5 Sales & Marketing Stories for 2022 December 19, 2022
From sales mistakes to making nice with appraisers, find out the top headlines of the year.
What Agents Need to Know About Appraisal Reviews December 12, 2022
A variety of circumstances, including a request by the seller, may lead to a formal review. It’s up to the lender.
NAR Urges Appraisal Foundation To Establish Equivalency Credit for Education and Experience November 22, 2022
NAR sent a letter to the Appraisal Foundation (TAF) to establish equivalency credit for education and experience in licensed and regulated fields involving valuation such as licensed real estate salespersons, real estate agents, and real estate brokers.
The Appraiser's Role Isn't to Kill Your Deal October 18, 2022
Appraisers start from a high bar before they can take on their own assignments, but agents can still play a role in helping them determine valuations accurately.
Can You Talk to an Appraiser? October 12, 2022
Nineteen percent of real estate professionals say they avoid having any interaction with an appraiser, mostly fearing they’re not legally allowed to.

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