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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
June 30, 2017
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How to Explain Online Home Value Estimates
Make these points when educating your clients about misleading information from automated valuation models such as Zillow’s “Zestimate.”
Malls That Pay Property Taxes as High as $30M
Think your property taxes are bad? These shopping centers pay tax bills that make yours look cheap.
Will Sudden Credit Boost Really Help Buyers?
A change in credit reporting that will take effect Saturday is expected to raise credit scores for millions—but it may not be enough for some borrowers to qualify for a loan.
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Report: 87% of Counties Face Affordability Dip
The problem is spreading, as median home prices increased at a faster pace than average weekly wages in the majority of U.S. counties in the second quarter of this year, according to a report.
Mortgage Rates Hit Another Low for 2017
Interest rates for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 3.88 percent this week, the lowest average of the year.
4 Brokerages Named Among Best Employers
These real estate brands received high marks from their employees, landing them on Forbes’ 2017 list of 500 top employers in the country.
The Craziest Negotiations and Contingencies
Use these funny, unusual, and downright heartbreaking real-life stories to help your agents handle even the oddest transactions.
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