An Unprecedented Beginning

Making history in a 115-year-old organization isn’t easy to do. Yet, Idaho broker Tracy Kasper did just that when she stepped into the role of National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) president months earlier than expected. On August 30, when her tenure as 2024 president began, Kasper immediately became the focal point of crisis-management operations in… […]

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Social Skills: Turn Yourself Into a Marketing Department of One

Editor’s Note: Social Skills is a bi-monthly feature in RISMedia’s Daily News focused on social media and digital marketing tips, trends and solutions for agents and brokers. Being a REALTOR® means you are running your own business. While in most businesses, there will be an entire department dedicated to running the marketing, for REALTORS®, you… […]

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Team Tactics: Using Your Team’s Instagram for Local Engagement

Instagram is a particularly powerful social media platform for real estate agents to connect with their audience in a visually engaging way. As one of the most popular platforms amongst the bunch, with nearly 144 million active users in the United States, Instagram can help real estate professionals establish a strong local presence and attract… […]

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Webinar Recap: How to Stay Productive and Competitive in a Challenging Market

The latest RISMedia webinar, Seize The Day: How to Stay Proactive, Productive and Competitive in a Challenging Market, offered agents evergreen advice on conducting their business and, in the process, securing listings. The event was moderated by Joe Rand, chief creative officer of Howard Hanna | Rand Realty. Panelists included Dean deTonnancourt, president & CEO… […]

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Window to the Law: Avoiding Vacant Land Scams

Scammers posing as property owners target lien-free vacant land and unoccupied properties, resulting in wire fraud and potential liability for unwary agents. Learn how to spot common red flags and what actions you can take to verify a seller’s identity and prevent these fraudulent transactions. Be sure to download the Vacant Land Scam Tip Sheet […]

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National Association of Realtors® Announces Partnership With IRAR Trust Company

NAR Announces Partnership With IRAR Trust Company IRAR provides discounted self-directed IRAs and solo 401(k) accounts to NAR members, their families, and association staff at all levels of NAR. Media Contact:  Spencer High 202-383-1051

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Opinion: U.S. Economy Will Benefit When the Racial Homeownership Gap Is Finally Closed

Racial disparity in homeownership has significant implications, given that homeownership is crucial to building wealth and financial security. www.nar.realtor – Fair Housing

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Empty to Occupied: Marketing Must-Dos to Rent a Property Faster

As a property manager, you understand that time is of the essence when it comes to renting out your properties. One of the most powerful tools at your disposal is high-quality photography. With the advent of smartphones and affordable cameras, property managers can now take their own property photos. However, there’s more to it than… […]

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Pending Home Sales Grew 1.1% in September

Pending Home Sales Grew 1.1% in September Pending contracts remain at historically low levels due to the highest mortgage rates in 20 years. Media Contact:  Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178

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The REALTOR® Difference | Level Up: The Real Story from REALTORS®

Editor’s Note: This is part of a monthly video series from the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® to inform and educate members about important aspects of being a real estate professional. Watch for this series each month in RISMedia’s Daily Real Estate Advisor. In this edition of Level Up: The Real Story from REALTORS®, YPN veteran… […]

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