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Pending Legislation Would Ease VA Appraisals

A piece of legislation introduced in the Senate in May 2022 was intended to streamline the appraisal process for Veteran Affairs’ (VA) loans and, in some cases, waive appraisals altogether.

Essential Readings

Enhancing Value Propositions will be a Differentiator in the Real Estate Industry of 2025

It’s been another dynamic year for real estate with topics like housing shortages, affordability challenges and the National Association of

HOA Limits on Kids: Are They Enforceable?

Children are exuberant, fun-loving beings who seem to race through life at high speed. If, day after day, they hit

Resources on Industry Insights

Building a Better Future Through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

April is National Fair Housing Month and Diversity Awareness Month, both necessary priorities for...

Green Gold: How Parks Enhance Property Value and Attract Homebuyers

In July, Americans celebrate National Park and Recreation Month “to promote building strong,...

Tomorrow’s Real Estate Agent – Delivering Value in a Changing Industry

Thanks to an imperfect storm of economic, legal and technology headwinds, the real...

Agent Tips and Resources

Tanya Reu-Narvaez: Perspectives from Women in Title

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting the trailblazers leading the way...

Vlogging and Real Estate: A YouTube Adventure

A form of web television popularized by YouTube, vlogging – short for video...

Making Your Mark in the Luxury Market

Breaking into the luxury market is rarely easy. First, it’s extremely competitive –...

Buying and Selling a Home

What’s The Latest With Solar Energy and Title Insurance?

Sustainability is at top of mind for some homebuyers today. As more and...

Why is Title Insurance Essential When Buying a Vacation Home?

You’ve secured the funds, searched extensively, and finally found the perfect vacation home—well-built,...

Financial Elder Abuse: How to Recognize and Address It

August 21 is World Senior Citizen’s Day, which is a time to acknowledge...