Let ‘Em Cook: The Top 5 Hottest Markets in Each Region

Not every city or metro is feeling the freezing effects of higher mortgage rates and dwindling consumer confidence. The local nature of real estate means that a snapshot of housing should look like a spectrum, with gradients of up and down, hot or not. At any given time, it is important to recognize which places… […]

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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,… […]

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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… […]

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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… […]

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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

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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… […]

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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… […]

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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… […]

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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

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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

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