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OCTOBER 2004

Cover Story

INVIGORATING!
The REALTORS® Conference & Expo—an annual opportunity to revitalize your business with new contacts, resources, and ideas—is headed to Orlando, Fla., Nov. 5–8. Let our sample four-day schedule inspire you to take advantage of all the conference offers. Or simply enjoy the many conference highlights we bring to you right here, including a guide to vendors exhibiting at the show and interviews with big-name speakers, including political power couple Carville and Matalin, financial-advice duo The Motley Fool, and more!

Front Lines

The Cost of Open Space Conservation easements preserve land but face mounting controversy

Economy Other countries can learn from the United States in promoting homeownership

Fast Takes A real estate career allows for flexibility, but almost half of practitioners say it still infringes on family time

State Roundup Real estate a growth industry for Illinois lawyers

Law

REALTOR® Trademark Using the marks correctly is critical to preserving their value

Judgments Dual agency burden: Keep everyone informed

Selling

Downsizing Smooth their transition into life’s next chapter

Sales Shorts Real estate’s greatest hits

Buyer’s Guide

2005 Autos When your car is a second office, comfort and safety are key

For Brokers

Got Health? Set a healthy example for associates

Companies to Watch Associates learn more thoroughly without the pressure to sell fast

Columns

Ethics Exclusivity determines whom your next client is

Tech@Work Tech consulting is only as good as your hiring process

Money Guarantee income when you can’t work

Get it Done Spruce up listings for the holidays

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