Monthly Archives: October 2018

These are the trends that will dominate real estate in 2019

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Tremendous opportunities lie ahead for real estate professionals — but also risks, slowdowns, and potentially difficult transitions. Continue reading →

All the single ladies: Women outpaced men as homebuyers

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Single women outnumber men as first-time homebuyers by a significant margin, according to a new survey released by the National Association of Realtors. Continue reading →

Body Fluctuations That Raise a Risk of Heart Attack

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(This article appeared previously in American Heart Association News.) Fluctuations in blood pressure, blood sugar, body mass index and cholesterol could put people at higher risk for heart attack or stroke, a new study shows. The Korean study, publish… Continue reading →

Ride Services to Help Older Voters Get to the Polls

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On Primary Day in September, I met my friend Jane  for lunch at our favorite place for burgers. She was proudly wearing an “I Voted” sticker, so we eagerly shared our thoughts and ideas about the candidates. Then Jane mentioned that upon returning from… Continue reading →

These Retirees Are Pushing to Save Their Pensions

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Let me tell you about three long-time truck drivers and Teamsters who I met recently. They have a sad and interesting tale I think you’ll want to know if you’ll be retiring soon or are already retired. Bob McNattin, now 80, lost his job and his house d… Continue reading →

NAR is fighting for these 6 issues in the 2018 midterm elections

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What are the issues most important to the National Association of Realtors, the largest real estate trade group in the nation and a powerful lobbying force? Continue reading →

Very superstitious: 5 otherworldly beliefs that make or break a deal

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Are you superstitious? What about your clients? Having a knowledge of astrology, feng shui and numerology might not be your thing, but often it can be a boon to your business if you pay attention to whether these belief systems matter to your clients. Continue reading →

How to get price reductions in a changing market

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Feel that chill in the air? It’s not just autumn taking hold. The market, too, is cooling. Now, I’m not predicting a catastrophic slowdown. But we know real estate is cyclical, and I want to help you stay ahead of the curve.
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