Diversified Real Estate Firms
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WHAT'S NEW
October 16, 2009
October 2009 RES Update
Topics in this month's edition include the homebuyer tax credit, the Fed extending its purchasing period for Fannie/Freddie MBSs and debt, NAR's call to make FHA loan limits permanent, additional RESPA FAQs released by HUD, and events of interest at the 2009 Realtors® Conference & Expo in San Diego, among other topics.
September 16, 2009
September 2009 RES Update
Topics in this month's edition include NAR's push to extend the homebuyer credit, NAR's new short sales and foreclosure certification program, HUD's release of expanded FAQs on RESPA, and information about webinars on Realtor® Safety, among other topics.
August 14, 2009
August 2009 RES Update
Topics in this month's edition include NAR's response to FHFA guidance on HVCC, changes to TILA disclosures, Obama Administration's short sales program, NAR's call for enhancements to new FHA condo rules and HUD's FAQs on new RESPA rule, among other topics.
July 15, 2009
July 2009 RES Update
Topics in this month's edition include Dave Stevens confirmation as FHA Commissioner, extension/expansion of the homebuyer tax credit by Congress, Home Valuation Code of Conduct (HVCC), revised TILA disclosure requirements, health care reform, and the 2009-2010 Realtor® Safety campaign, among other topics.
June 15, 2009
June 2009 RES Update
Topics in this month's edition include guidance from HUD for using the first-time homebuyer tax credit on FHA loans, extension/expansion of the homebuyer tax credit by Congress, information on the Obama Administration's Foreclosure Alternatives Program (FAP) which provides incentives and uniform process for short sales, and real estate energy labeling issues.
Market Reports and Analysis
"Introduction to Short Sales for the Real Estate Professional" Webinar
Recently, Freddie Mac held a webinar conference call entitled "Introduction to Short Sales for the Real Estate Professional". The following topics were discussed: Freddie Mac's mission to homeowners; key statistics on delinquencies and workouts; understanding the real estate professional's perspective on the current environment; retention and liquidation workout options; and a focus on short sales.
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The latest data and information from NAR’s Research Division
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RESPA
Webinar on Final RESPA Rule
To clarify some of the confusion surrounding NAR's position, and other industry stakeholders views on the final RESPA rule, NAR hosted a web conference featuring RESPA attorney Phil Schulman. During this conference, Mr. Schulman discussed the main aspects of the new RESPA rule and where key industry stakeholders stand.
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Compliance information and other resources useful to REALTORS® and other real estate professionals.
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Federal Issues
View the latest from NAR’s Government Affairs and Regulatory Industry Relations on what NAR is working on in Congress and the Executive branch.
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Legal Resources
Useful information and updates on legal issues affecting the industry and how you do business
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About Consumers
Information, data, and resources on consumers
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Additional Links
Links to information, tools, resources from NAR and other sources that are valuable to diversified real estate firms, their agents and employees, and the public.
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