Buying & Selling Tips
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, “The Voice for Real Estate,” is America’s largest trade association, representing 1.2 million members, including NAR’s institutes, societies and councils, involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.
Their membership is composed of residential and commercial REALTORS®, who are brokers, salespeople, property managers, appraisers, counselors and others engaged in all aspects of the real estate industry. They are pledged to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
Working for America’s property owners, the National Association provides a facility for professional development, research and exchange of information among its members and to the public and government for the purpose of preserving the free enterprise system and the right to own real property. The following information is provided by the The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®:
Buying Tips
Smart Home Financing
The web offers ample resources to build your financial skills and guide you through the home financing process. Learn what you need to know about lending and mortgages before you buy.
Preparing For Homeownership
The process of buying a home requires diligent preparation. The following guides can be used as primers for homeownership.
Guide to Buying vs. Renting
The guide contains statistics and studies on home owners and renters as well as financing options and tips.
Selling Tips
Top 10 Remodeling Projects Paybacks
Plus the top 10 cities where remodeling returns the most dividends. Are you in one of them? Find out in the 2008–2009 Cost vs. Value Report, from REALTOR® magazine andRemodeling.
Style, Stage and Sell!
REALTOR® magazine presents the latest trends in home design so you and your REALTOR® together can make informed decisions to spruce up your home and get it SOLD!
Protect Yourself
Protect your Home
Concerned about your existing mortgage? Learn what you can do to protect your home.
Pitfalls Buyers and Sellers Face After Contract Signing
Your home may be your largest investment, and REALTORS® are experts in protecting your interest.
