AUGUST 2006

FEATURES

CALCULATED RISK
Even the timid can learn to take risks once they understand that well-calculated risk is an opportunity. Our article shows you how to make the right call.

SPICE UP YOUR LISTINGS
Sometimes even a small, inexpensive enhancement can have a dramatic impact on how buyers view a house. This month, readers offer some simple—and inexpensive—ways to add pizzazz to dull or outdated rooms.

REAL ESTATE IN PERIL
Since Kelo v. City of New London, REALTORS® find themselves trying to identify the proper balance between property rights and needed redevelopment.

DEPARTMENTS

Front Lines

Gas Prices Fuel hikes shake up the way business gets done

Flood Insurance Reform Near Congress close to passing needed bill

Washington Report Home Depot aims to move into banking

Economy Fragility in housing markets is a greater risk than inflation now

Fast Takes Supersized homes give way to something kinder and gentler

State Roundup Investment conditions in Big Easy strongest for apartments

Law

Liability Don’t skimp on service to relatives; you could get burned

Judgments Misstating a location could land you in legal hot water

Your NAR

2006 Conference & Expo Two former U.S. presidents to address REALTORS®

For Brokers

Cooperation Civility keeps conflicts in check, paves way for future business

Companies to Watch San Francisco brokerage pools commissions

Buyer’s Guide

Mobility You can take it with you

Cool Tools Hold-everything bag, e-mail campaigns, collapsible signs

Columns

Ethics What to do when you receive an offer out of the blue

Tech@Work Tales and tips from real estate podcasters

A Few Minutes With . . . The dynamic Virginia Postrel

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