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FEBRUARY 2005

Cover Story

90 DAYS TO REAL ESTATE SUCCESS
If you’re just starting out in real estate—or hoping to make more of your career—use this quick-start guide to get you through the critical first three months. Plus, don’t miss our For Rookies section.

PEARLS OF WISDOM
Marketing gurus inside and outside the business share advice on how to handle three of the biggest challenges in real estate: competing against a market leader, selling problem properties, and drawing prospects to your Web site.

TURNING IDEAS INTO PROFITS
How does an entrepreneur turn innovation into a profitable business model? Gain insights from innovators in a variety of industries. This article kicks off a series of essays on excellence and innovation that will run in 2005.

Front Lines

Health Insurance 2005 could bring passage of association health plans

Washington Report RPAC reaches fair-share landmark

Economy Modest job growth helps keeps inflation—and interest rates—low

Fast Takes Rents unaffordable for minimum-wage earners

State Roundup Reciprocity comes to Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin

Your NAR

Research Housing wealth trumps stocks in boosting consumer spending

Law

Liability That loose floorboard could spell trouble if your client is injured

Judgments FSBO site doesn’t need real estate license

Buyer's Guide

Home Office Essentials From basic to deluxe packages

For Brokers

À La Carte Service Will fee-based models outlive the hot market?

Companies to Watch Cash-strapped buyers? Not a problem

Columns

Ethics Procuring cause questions may require dispute resolution

Tech@work Wi-Fi networks can leave your data vulnerable

Family Matters Former baseball exec finds flexibility in real estate

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