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17 June 2017
Why real estate agents shouldn’t fear being replaced by technology
The Internet has evolved into a wonderful resource for home buyers, and with new innovative technology, it’s fair to say the vast majority of them will begin their search and even locate their ideal property online, without any help from a real estate professional. ... Read More »
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BY MIKE WHEATLEY
5 Root Causes for U.S.’s Depressed Homeownership Rate: New Study
Despite steadily improving local job markets and historically low mortgage rates, the U.S. homeownership rate is stuck near a 50-year low because of a perverse mix of affordability challenges, student loan debt, tight credit conditions and housing supply shortages. ... Read More »
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by RISMedia.com
Habits to Make you an Unstoppable Real Estate Agent
Success takes time, passion, patience, and dedication. To compete and become one of the most successful real estate agents in this highly competitive industry, there are some crucial habits you need to practice on a regular basis. ... Read More »
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By PAIGE
7 Questions You Need To Ask When Buying Homeowners Insurance
One of the scariest things about buying a home — besides the fact that it’s probably the most money you’ve spent in your life — is the uncertainty. ... Read More »
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by Elizabeth Stamp.
News Flash: The Housing Market Hasnt Rebounded Everywhere in the U.S.
Aspiring home buyers and sellers have become keenly aware that home prices are rising—reaching record heights in many parts of the U.S. But despite all the headlines and the bidding wars, the recovery from the housing bust hasn't been felt equally in all parts of the country. ... Read More »
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By Clare Trapasso
What 5 Years of Bodybuilding Taught Me About Tackling Mondays
Do you know what Monday is in the fitness world? ... Read More »
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By Nicolas Cole
How Agents Can Achieve Better Visibility With First-Time Homebuyers
The media has paid a lot of attention over the past few years to the apparent unwillingness of millennials to buy homes. ... Read More »
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By Matt Murphy
Beers and Bonfires: The 10 U.S. Cities Where Backyard Shindigs Reign Supreme
Our backyards do far more each summer than just provide a place for the kids to splash or the adults to burn—in many ways, they define us. A luxe hot tub and cozy palapa? ... Read More »
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By Yuqing Pan
As existing home sales rise, median home price hits new high
Existing home sales rebounded in May as low inventory levels pushed median home prices to a new high, according to the latest report from the National Association of Realtors. ... Read More »
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by Kelsey Ramírez
Boomers Look To Real Estate To Afford Retirement
As many as 10,000 baby boomers retire daily. Members of this generation are increasingly looking to real estate to diversify their retirement portfolios and boost returns. ... Read More »
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by Julia Bunch
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