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The National Association of Realtors funded over 524 federal candidates this election cycle: 6 Republicans and 4 Democrats received the most money
NAR is fighting for these 6 issues in the 2018 midterm elections
Flood insurance, housing and mortgage finance, net neutrality, data privacy, patent reform and taxes are all priorities for the 1.3 million-member trade organization
9 things you need to tell your clients about flood insurance right now
Even homes located in low or moderate flood risk areas are five times more likely to experience a flood than a fire — thing is, your clients don't know this
by Romana King Sep 20
What to do when a natural disaster strikes your listing
With Hurricane Ian potentially generating more than $40B worth of property damage claims, it's critical to know how to protect your clients
by Bernice Ross Sep 17
How to talk to your real estate clients about flood insurance
Communicating all of the risks and options to your clients is a wise decision no matter what the zone they’re purchasing in
by Kathy Zorn Sep 5
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Who has the best tech, brand, compensation and value proposition?
by Jeff Lobb Aug 9
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Learn the ropes of how to help buyers and sellers with their highly coveted destination properties
by Marian McPherson Aug 8
Hurricane Harvey damage in Port Arthur, Texas
But the extension only lasts 4 months, the program is $20B in debt, and lawmakers delayed major reforms needed to keep it solvent in the long-term
by Patrick Kearns Jul 31
Montecito mudslides destroyed over $421M worth of property
California Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones says that number is expected to rise
by Gill South Apr 2
Real estate industry welcomes flood insurance extension, reform
House passes revised version of National Flood Insurance Program that extends it for five years, carves out exemptions
Agents survey damage and new business in Irma-ravaged Jacksonville
Historic flooding in the coastal Florida city has mostly receded, but the damage remains
by Gill South Sep 12
FEMA deputy busts 7 flood insurance myths
Federal agency wants to double flood insurance policies by 2023
by Andrea V. Brambila May 17
A roll of "I Voted" stickers
Trade group won vast majority of races it supported, but Realtor issues remain at risk
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 11
Number of homeowners with insurance falling nationwide
You need an umbrella when you don't know it's going to rain
by Britt Chester Oct 12
Are homebuyers avoiding natural hazard risk zones?
Some people don't want to deal with a basement
by Jennifer Riner Aug 24