International News
Get weekly international news and global industry news summaries at this site to help you help you stay current on news, trends and issues that affect your business. Most news items include a link to the complete article, but full text copies of the articles can be requested from NAR's Information Central. Request up to seven articles listed from NAR Information Central. You will be charged a nominal fee for administration and postage. Find out more at the Library page.

Power Tools for Today's International Practitioner
NAR members who have registered for free access to Realtor.org can also find featured articles on international news and trends as well as access to a wide variety of resources for international practitioners at NAR's Virtual Library. (Note: This link will prompt you for your Realtor.org user ID and password.)

Realtor.org Access: If you are a member of NAR, but not yet registered for Realtor.org access, locate a copy of your REALTOR® Magazine and then register. (You'll need information provided on the mailing label from your magazine to register.) For further assistance, call NAR Information Central at 800-874-6500 (U.S./Canada). Members of NAR's CIPS Network who reside outside the US or Canada can e-mail NAR International for assistance in registering. Access to this site is a benefit of CIPS Network membership for non-U.S. members. If you are an international member of the CIPS Network, but have not registered, contact Bethsy Sachs. If you have forgotten your password, contact Customer Support.

E-mail Subscriptions
NAR's Realtor.org offers a Weekly Newsletter that allows anyone with access to the site sign up to receive a weekly e-mail blurb with information specific to the topic or topics selected. "International" is one of approximately 15 topics available and its a great way to stay abreast of news and information from NAR International and also to let you know of new information that has been posted at this Web site. You may also choose to subscribe to the monthly "International Real Estate Report", that is delivered via email. Users may select as many topics or newsletters as they wish, and may unsubscribe at any time. There is no charge. Sign up now for these list-serves and newsletters at the NAR Profile Page. You will be prompted for your Realtor.org user ID and password.

International Real Estate Report (monthly)
NAR publishes a monthly electronic newsletter focusing on global resources for local markets for US REALTORS® called the International Real Estate Report. Information contained in the new electronic newsletter may be used in local REALTOR® association newsletters, web sites, or member personal marketing materials. If you are interested in subscribing to this newsletter email, access the NAR Profile Page. You will be prompted for your Realtor.org user ID and password.

Periodic E-mail News Updates from NAR
On a periodic basis, NAR sends an e-mail to CIPS Network members with timely information updates about Network activities and other information to keep members up to date on business opportunities and resources. E-mails that focus on a specific market or regional are also sent to those members who have indicated a specialization in that country/region. Members can update their country specializations by contacting NAR International.

Global Perspectives in Real Estate is the newly re-designed and expanded 16-page quarterly professional newsletter of the CIPS Network. The publication includes global statistics, in-depth analysis on international real estate markets, news and data on global, economic and political trends. Also included are highlights from international education and networking events. It is mailed free of charge to all CIPS Network members as a benefit of membership. Copies are also sent to NAR's Cooperating Associations (presidents and association executives), U.S. Local International Councils and targeted U.S. and foreign embassies and multinational organizations. Interested authors should review the writers' guidelines before submitting an article. Feedback regarding the newsletter is encouraged, as are requests for information on advertising. Search for archived articles from past issues.

Global Perspectives in Real Estateis available for subscription to non-CIPS Network members! NAR offers subscriptions to "Global Perspectives" to individuals NOT affiliated with the CIPS Network (CIPS Network members receive the publication for free as part of their annual dues). The subscription price for NAR/non-CIPS Network members is US$35 annually. Non-NAR members may subscribe for US$40. Download Subscription Form


Prepackaged Sales Meetings for Brokers
NAR has created a series of modules to help brokers provide - through regularly scheduled sales meetings - an introduction to global market transaction elements. The prepackaged sales meetings are very easy to download and teach. Sales associates can learn the basics of working with international clients in the local market. Visit Prepackaged Sales Meetings Page>>

International Affiliate Membership Programs
Several of NAR's Cooperating Associations offer affiliate membership programs for real estate practitioners who live in other countries. Affiliate Membership offers you added exposure to participating countries' referral networks and directories. Participating countries include the United Kingdom, Bulgaria, Hungary and other program around the world are currently in development. Learn more about Affiliate Membership Programs.

Useful Links
Below is a list of web sites identifed to be of interest or assistance to international real estate practitioners. Links have been organized into three categories:

I. International Real Estate Organizations

II. News and Resources for International Practitioners

To suggest the addition of a link, or to report a broken link, please e-mail NAR International. Links to individual property information sites will not be included at this site.


International Real Estate Organizations

• International Consortium of Real Estate Associations (ICREA)
  
  
• FIABCI (World)
  
  
• FIABCI - USA Chapter
  
  
• International Division of the National Association of Home Builders - provides a wide range of services and products for its U.S. and international members.
  
  
• International Union for Housing Finance
  
  
• Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate
  
  
• Overseas Private Investment Corporation - A U.S. government agency that assists U.S. private investment overseas.
  
  
• World Trade Centers Association - locate a World Trade Center or access their international business databases (some are free; others are "pay as you go)."
  
  
• National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals - Free, not-for-profit, trade association dedicated to the success of Hispanic-American real estate professionals and home owners/buyers.
  
  
• NAR cooperating association bilateral partners - full contact information available.

News & Resources for International Practitioners

Catalog of international real estate sites To understand the international real estate needs of NAR's members, nearly 30,000 REALTORS®, including all U.S.-based CIPS Network members, were invited to respond to an online survey in the spring of 2004. Review the Results of the International Business Survey here. NAR Tracks Immigration and Government Policies that affect International Real Estate. Review Updates here. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) published the 2004 European Housing Review. A full report and summary is available in English, French, German and Italian at the RICS website or download the English version here (1.05 MB PDF)>>. Results of the NAR 2007 International Presidential Advisory Group Global Neighborhood Report World clock for eight world regions. International Dialing Codes; includes city codes, where available. World-wide information on Electrical Conversion, Dialing Codes, Telephone Plug Types for Laptops and more. Business etiquette for more than 30 countries. Fannie Mae Foundation offers free copies of credit, homebuying, and mortgage information publications in a variety of languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean and Russian. Information for foreign-born individuals entering or living in the U.S.; includes visa and immigration information and wide range of practical information sources, e.g., banking, insurance, schools, credit cards and more. OPIC's database of country-specific links for investors. Weekly international business news from Business Week, featuring stories from international editions. Online Currency Converter Flags of countries around the world with guidelines for free use of graphics. Country guide to addresses and salutations. Conversion measurements by units (English and Metric). Health information and warnings for world travelers. American Translators Association Web site; source for locating translators and interpreters. Information on airports around the world including transportation to/from, terminal maps, airport services and more. U.S. Dept. of Immigration & Naturalization Service U.S. State Dept. - Online Resources for International Scholars International Living - Geared to the individual world traveler, this site offers interesting tidbits that may help real estate practitioners serve their clients and customers. American Bar Association - Locate a lawyer and find related legal information. Directory of cybercafes for travelers to stay in touch without a laptop. National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT) - a trade association that provides numerous programs, publications and services for real estate companies. Tips to Aid Business Travelers - Keep abreast of latest security measures; timesaving tips.