HGAR Honored by VISIONS Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
The Hudson Gateway REALTOR® Foundation, the charitable arm of HGAR, was honored by VISIONS/Services for the Blind & Visually Impaired at their Annual Awards event held at the Pelham Bay/Split Rock Golf Course in the Bronx. Gail Fattizzi, president of the HG REALTOR® Foundation, accepted the award on behalf of the Foundation. Several Foundation trustees,… […]
3 Ways to Test Out ChatGPT
While there has been a tech revolution in real estate over the years, embracing new technology can still be daunting for those trying to figure out what works for their business. Unless you’ve lived under a rock for the past year, you’ve probably heard that artificial intelligence (AI) is making a splash in real estate… […]
NAR Certification Helps Agents Support, Understand Military Clients
Though only 7% of this country’s general population are veterans, the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans has found they comprise some 13% of America’s homeless population. The number has decreased significantly over the past decade, but much work remains in the ongoing effort to provide this most basic human need to the individuals who risked… […]
New Fair Housing Training Requirement
NAR new-member applicants must complete two hours of fair housing training; existing members must complete two hours of fair housing training every three years as a condition of REALTOR® membership, including one training option that is of no cost to members. www.nar.realtor – Fair Housing
How Team Leaders Can Take Advantage of the Current Real Estate Market
As a real estate team leader, you have an extraordinary opportunity in front of you. As the market fluctuates and many agents become stuck or worse, leave the industry, you can take the opposite approach. You can take charge right now and positively influence the direction of your team’s future. By proving that you are… […]
Latinos Emerging as Fast-Growing Segment of American Homeownership
“El Chapulin Colorado” was one of the most popular Spanish-language TV series in the 1970s. The protagonist is a superhero “red grasshopper” who, despite often insurmountable obstacles, becomes our champion. Similar to the hardworking and industrious Chapulin, Latinos are the emerging champions of homeownership over the past decade. According to the National Association of Hispanic… […]
5 Ways for Agents to Remind Themselves of Their Successes
As a salesperson, it can be hard to savor your achievements or victories and they can wind up blurring together. However, it’s important in any career or lifestyle to keep track of your successes. Doing so will bolster your confidence and make you more likely to rack up even more impressive accomplishments. Here are five… […]
NAR Welcomes FHFA’s Cancellation of August 1 LLPA Fee Increase
FHFA Rescinds August 1 LLPA Fee Increase NAR applauds the FHFA for listening to the industry’s concerns by choosing to drop this fee on borrowers with higher debt-to-income ratios. Media Contact: Tori Syrek Financing & Credit
Commercial Real Estate Trends and Outlook
These slides were presented by NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun at the Commercial Economic Issues & Trends Forum on May 9, 2023, as part of the 2023 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings. www.nar.realtor – Research
RISMedia Now Accepting Nominations for 2023 Real Estate Rookie of the Year Award
In an effort to honor real estate agents who are new to the business yet achieving extraordinary results, RISMedia has opened nominations for its second annual Real Estate Rookie of the Year award, sponsored by industry education leader, Colibri Real Estate. The deadline to nominate an agent to become the 2023 Real Estate Rookie of… […]