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Week of Sept. 29
House turns down the bailout package
Ohio cities make Forbes list
Q and A on Ethics
How to ask for referrals
The IRS and the new homeowner tax credit
Prevent 11th hour financing fiascoes
Week of Sept. 22
Convention slide show; Directors' report
GRI Institute held in late Fall
Realtor.com to accept C/I listings
Mortgage applications on the rise
Understanding FHA financing
Fun tech tips
Week of Sept. 8
Important information, deadlines on the Housing Recovery Act.
Home loan demand increases.
Learn how to to differentiate yourself and create a unique brand.
Auctions become an important niche in today's market.
Get back to the C/I basics.
Fun tech tips
Week of Sept. 2
OAR names new CEO
Spice-up your real estate presentations
e-Mail marketing campaigns
Square footage mistakes can be costly and land you in court
Learn how to avoid an IRS audit
Fun tech tips
Week of Aug. 25
Two Ohio MLSes to use one interface
Is the media out of touch with home buyers?
U.S. spending remains resilient
Chinese are rapidly buying U.S. real estate
Stop buyers from stringing you along
Fun tech tips
Week of Aug. 11
Big gain in pending home sales numbers
Consumer Reports study says consumers are pleased with their agents
How the housing Recovery Act affects REALTORS
Are we really in a housing crisis?
Get more out of your marketing efforts
Fun tech tips
Week of Aug. 4
Rescue is on the way
Buyers: 'Photo Not Available' unacceptable
Need health insurance, NAR endorses 'CHOICE'
Fed issues new rules to prevent unfair lending practices
Bridging the Gap: Generational diversity
Fun tech tips
Week of July 28
Congress passes Economic Recovery Act
Spruce up those yard signs, they impact potential buyers
Lead generation...do you seek or attract?
Are your photos picture perfect? Tips to improve your pictures
Increase your power with the multicultural market
Fun tech tips
Week of July 21
Video tips by Matthew Ferrara
Register today for GET IN THE GAME...OAR's Annual Convention & Expo
New privacy regulations become effective Oct. 1, 2008
Sign up for real estate online publications
Save $$$$...no more clipping coupons
Fun tech tips
Week of July 14
Prescription discount card now available
Study shows buyers aren't waiting to purchase home
OHFA offers housing assistance programs
More on the REALTORS settlement with the Federal Trade Commission
Fun tech tips
Week of June 23
Survey reveals what REALTORS are spending on advertising
Find out the unique needs of multigenerals
The latest house moving trends
Is your company using technology to the fullest?
Fun tech tips
Week of June 16
Ethics training countdown...Course must be taken by Dec. 31
Commercial virtual conference held this month
Study shows how much REALTORS earn
IRS targets cell phone users
Fun tech tips
Week of June 2
Realtor.com offers new technologies, better searching
NAR and the DOJ reach a favorable agreement
New promotional tool: "It's a Great Time to Buy" brochure
Niche marketing...What do Gen Ys look for in a home
Fun tech tips
Week of May 19
NEW! White Paper: Inducements, referrals and gifts
Tips on eliminating Cold Calling from your life
President's Sales Club rules and applications are online
Niche markeing...Multicultural marketing
Fun tech tips
Week of May 12
Home Inspector licensure
NAR issues free report on relocation market
Are Baby Boomers the most educated
Research on the multicultural marketing
Fun tech tips
Week of May 5
President's Sales Club rules and applications are online
See photos of the RPAC fundraising event; Spring Conference DVP update
Brokers: Get the why behind Gen Y
Inducements and referral fees
Fun tech tips
Week of Apr. 21
Your real estate license renewal may be in jeopardy
REALTOR wins lawsuit against clients
Spring Conference agendas and highlights
Ten tips for boosting your business
Fun tech tips
Week of Apr. 14
Your real estate license renewal may be in jeopardy
RECampus now offers 30-hour continuing education package
NEW: OAR blog discusses GSE policies
Ten tips for boosting your business
Fun tech tips
Week of Apr. 7
Lenders reach agreement for at-risk borrowers
California Association creates statewide MLS
Bankers report that subprime exposure decreases nationwide
Commercial: New offices could spur vacancies
Fun tech tips
Week of Mar. 31
OAR president appears on The Early Show
Class action suit allowed to go forward over brokerage transaction fee
Hear NAR's President Gaylord in his podcast, 'Fair Housing'
NAR is seeking nominations for its Good Neighbor Awards
Fun tech tips
Week of Mar. 17
NAR issues Call to Action on FHA Reform
Dept. of Commerce launches 'Save the Dream' program for Ohioans facing disclosure.
Hear NAR's President Gaylord in his podcast, 'Make the Loan Limits Work.'
OAR/NAR will hold Surround Sound seminar for Ohio's Boards.
Fun tech tips
Week of Mar. 10
FHA publishes new conforming loan limits by area
IRS issues fack sheet for real estate and vacation home exchanges
Wikis and how they can work for you
ASHI lists common maintenance problems for midwestern homes
Fun tech tips
Week of Mar. 3
HUD proposes sweeping RESPA changes
OHFA lowers interest rates for military personnel
TIME article hits the mark on the housing market
Legal panel discusses short sales and REO properties
Fun tech tips
Week of Feb. 25
What the Economic Stimulus package means for REALTORS
OAR creates new 'Short Sale' message board
Governor Strickland to speak at upcoming OAR Legislative Conference
Risk management: New opportunities can also pose business threats
Fun tech tips
Week of Feb. 19
IRS issues information on the economic stimulus package
GSE requires higher downpayments in 'declining markets.'
Maine's public MLS initiative fails.
Save on Errors and Omissions insurance coverage
Fun tech tips
Week of Feb. 11
Real estate provisions included in economic stimulus package
More on the Fair Housing language update...effective: March 25
Courts rule on real estate industry cases
How you answer your phone is paramount to success
Fun tech tips
Week of Jan. 28
Strickland administration outlines budget challenges ahead
The recent Fed rate cuts
US housing/FHA and the stimulus package
Appraisers asked for input on USPAP
Banks in real estate put on hold for two years
Week of Jan. 21
Winter Conference presentations; District Vice Presidents Newsletter
Public Policy...Industry and septic tank updates;
NAR launches new Web site for consumers
Facts about the new debt cancellation law
Week of Jan. 7
Winter Conference agendas and briefings
Study shows why sellers choose the REALTOR they do
New Mexico REALTOR assulted and robbed
Michigan court rules on MLS antitrust case
