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Posted on : February 21, 2008
NAR Pulse: This Week’s Top Stories from the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
RISMEDIA, July 7, 2008-This week's headlines from the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS include: a new offer for NAR members from REALTOR Benefits® partner Hertz; a publication to help clients understand that now is a great time to buy; and NAR supports homeownership across the country. Announcing Special Offer from REALTOR Benefits ...
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Lenders May Hold Up Home Closings in Flooded Areas
By Joanne Cleaver RISMEDIA, July 7, 2008-(MCT)-Sharon Stehmeier has been a real estate broker for 38 years, and has never had a flood derail a closing. Yet. Home loan lenders in some parts of the Midwest are starting to enact their natural disaster procedures, which typically affect any house in a federal ...
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Prudential CA/NV/TX and Metrocities Mortgage Enter Marketing Agreement
RISMEDIA, July 7, 2008-Prudential California/Nevada/Texas Realty has entered into a marketing services agreement with Metrocities Mortgage LLC, a leader in the residential mortgage lending market. The agreement will provide home buyers with the convenience of in-house loan services at Prudential offices, and access to an extensive product selection, including government ...
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Peter Kelly Appointed National Sales Director, The Warranty Group Australasia
RISMEDIA, July 7, 2008-The Warranty Group, Inc. announced the appointment of Peter Kelly as national sales director, The Warranty Group Australasia, Pty., Ltd. As national sales director, Kelly will be responsible for all sales and related activities in Australia and New Zealand, across all product lines and service offerings. Kelly brings over ...
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Ask Dr. Maya: 5 Tips to Boost Your Beliefs, Create Your Reality
RISMEDIA, July 7, 2008-When you've fallen into a lack-luster, inspirational slump, sometimes a simple change in your though process can help make the difference in your outlook-and financial status. This week, Dr. Maya suggests five tips to help boost your beliefs. Q. Dr. Maya: All of my life, making money has ...
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Skip the Airfare and Hotel Bills: Plan a ‘Stay-cation’
By Robert Philpot RISMEDIA, July 7, 2008-(MCT)-Vacation this spring presented a challenge. With gas prices hovering around $3.50 a gallon, we-my longtime sweetie Marilyn and I-didn't think Share This With a Friend
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Real Estate Q&A - Paying Off Your Mortgage
By Thomas Musil RISMEDIA, July 7, 2008-Q. I will be making my last mortgage payment on my house in the near future. I know I will be responsible for paying insurance and property taxes, but I do not know what information or paperwork I will need to ask for, or receive ...
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‘Power Teams’ Excerpt: Teaming up with Your Broker for Mutual Benefit
RISMEDIA, July 7, 2008-Although many real estate brokers are aware of the agent team concept and support it strongly, some still feel threatened by it. Your broker may mistakenly believe that you are Share This With a Friend
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Trading Up - Three Ways to Reach Success
By Kim Ades RISMEDIA, July 7, 2008-The reality was, he owned nothing of substantial value. He owned one red paperclip, but what he really wanted was to own a house. He had big dreams. How was he going to get from where he was to where he wanted to be? On July ...
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Tackling Communication Problems with Peers
By Liz Reyer RISMEDIA, July 7, 2008-(MCT)-Q. I haven't been able to successfully partner with a peer. He's friendly in meetings, but he doesn't answer e-mails, return phone calls or attend scheduled one-on-ones. It's important for us to have a strong working relationship and it doesn't feel right to go over ...
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Old Republic Home Protection Announces Partnership with GeoAssurance, Inc.
RISMEDIA, July 4, 2008-Old Republic Home Protection, a leader in the home warranty industry, has established a partnership in the state of California with GeoAssurance, Inc., a provider of Natural Hazard and Environmental Disclosure Reports for the real estate industry. Together, GeoAssurance and Old Republic Home Protection "let you know ...
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Friday’s Featured Listing - Kemick Homes in St. Johns Forest
RISMEDIA, July 4, 2008-Making its Northeast Florida debut, Kemick Homes recently unveiled a spectacular model home in the premier neighborhood of St. Johns Forest. Showcasing cutting-edge technology and energy-efficiency, the model introduces visitors to the green construction and quality finishes for which Kemick has become known. "We are extremely pleased to ...
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How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of ‘Mortgage Rescue’ Scams
RISMEDIA, July 4, 2008-For a homeowner facing the frightening threat of foreclosure, the offer seems too good to be true. A "mortgage rescue" company steps forward, claiming to be able to help you save your credit and your home. In some cases, the "mortgage rescue" company provides phantom help offering to ...
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The Listing Conversation - Techniques to Win More Listings, Part II
By Darryl Davis RISMEDIA, July 4, 2008-Last week, we began to look at techniques that agents use to win more listing presentations. While these examples don't offer the only way to do a listing presentation, they offer Share This With a Friend
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Can You Green a Home on the Cheap for a Faster, Higher Sale?
By Chris Kaucnik RISMEDIA, July 4, 2008-Offering something unique and timely can always help sell a home more quickly and possibly closer to the listing price. Aside from the usual home-staging techniques, implementing some easy, but key energy and water-saving options, too, might just do the trick. Savvy buyers will ask ...
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7 Ways to Keep Boredom at Bay During the Summer
By Amy Bertrand RISMEDIA, July 4, 2008-(MCT)-If you've already heard choruses of "I'm bored" this summer, you are not alone. "I know people who hear it the minute school is out," says Jennifer Fetsch, a teacher and former educator with Parents as Teachers. She has some solutions for fighting the summer ...
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How to Build an Effective Real Estate Team
By Craig Proctor RISMEDIA, July 4, 2008--There comes a point in many an agent's career where you have so much on your plate that you wonder whether you can possibly keep doing it all by yourself. Share This With a Friend
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7 Tips to Ease Your Pets’ Fireworks Fears
RISMEDIA, July 4, 2008-While the Fourth of July is a time for fireworks and celebration, for many pets and their owners it can be a nightmare. The loud noises, flashing lights, and smell of sulfur can cause excessive fear in pets. Nervous behaviors such as trembling, Share This With a ...
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