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How Has the Average REALTOR® Changed?

(Feb. 1) NAR's Member Profile shows a few dramatic changes over the years, but on the whole, the average REALTOR® has stayed relatively stable since the early 1990s.
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The Public's Opinion Of Real Estate Agents

(Jan. 23) Every year, Gallup asks the American public to rate the honesty and ethical standards of various professions. Where do real estate agents fall in the ranking? Find out in this week's summary of recommended reading.
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The Other News From Iowa

(Jan. 9) All eyes were on Iowa last week—or at least those within the Beltway—and a closer look reveals a recovering farmland real estate market. Get the scoop in this week's roundup of recommended reading.
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Breaking Into Commercial Sales

(Jan. 5) Navigating the commercial real estate landscape often requires deft knowledge and skill. This updated Field Guide provides guidance and background on how to get started.
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Contact NAR Info Central Any Way You Choose

(Jan. 25) With expanded Skype hours and a new texting service, REALTORS® can contact NAR's Information Central for answers to their questions. Use your phone, email, webchat, SMS, Twitter, and more.
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New and Updated Field Guides

Agency Disclosure
Augmented Reality
Breaking Into Commercial Sales
Women Homebuyers
Buying & Selling During the Holidays

New Books in the Library

Explore what's new in the Information Central library collection, and if you're interested in borrowing any of these titles from the library, click on the title to make your request.

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Quick Facts

Real Estate Stats

  • NAR had 988,875 members as of 1/31/12.
  • The average home buyer in 2011 viewed 12 properties over the course of 12 weeks in their search for a new home.
  • The typical FSBO home sold for $150,000 compared to $215,000 for agent-assisted home sales.
  • 90.5% of REALTORS® use social media to some extent in their business.

More from our Field Guide to Quick Real Estate Statistics

E-book Feature

Top New Year's Resolutions

(Dec. 8) Whether you're racing to accomplish your 2011 New Year's resolutions or getting them ready for 2012, the 80-plus titles in this month's featured e-books collection will help you get them done.
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