MAY 2005

FEATURES

BUILDING CHARACTER
New-home buyers today are seeking houses with personality. Builders are responding with designs that offer distinctive styling, luxurious finishes, and a safe haven from the stress of everyday life.

TAKE THE HIGH ROAD
Part 4 of our excellence and innovation series: Writer Tom Morris looks at why people often confuse acting ethically with following rules, what living by ethical principles is really all about, and how taking the ethical path leads to a life of meaning and prosperity.

DEPARTMENTS

Front Lines

Grassroots Activism You’re part of something big when you respond to NAR calls for action

The HOPE Awards Find out what the six winners of the 2005 HOPE Awards are doing to make homeownership possible for more minorities

Washington Report Progress made on small-business health plans

Economy Sales slowdown is just what the doctor ordered

Selling

Branding Thread a theme through every aspect of your business

Sales Shorts Wearable ads, nerves-be-gone

Law

Ancillary Income Not all forms of payment are prohibited by RESPA

Judgments Having produced a buyer could earn you a commission even if the listing expires

Buyer’s Guide

Essentials The software you need now to empower your computer

For Brokers

Technology's Payoff Satisfied, productive associates may be the best gauge of your IT investment

Companies to Watch Behind the cool gizmos is a hot strategy to grow quickly

Columns

Family Matters Maryland association leader brings husband along

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