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REALTORS® Hit Capitol Hill
(Sept. 21) Last week, REALTORS® visited their Senators asking for swift action on FHA reform, FHA/GSE loan limits, and the National Flood Insurance Program.
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NAR Praises New Short Sale Bill
(Sept.16) Bill would require lenders to respond to consumer short sale requests within 45 days, a boon to homeowners who are underwater with their mortgage.
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Homeownership Matters
(Aug. 25) Through outreach to lawmakers, consumers, and the media, NAR is working to preserve this important American institution.
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NAR Opposes Mortgage Interest Deduction Change
According to NAR, this small section of President Obama's proposed budget could impede the recovery of the real estate markets.
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Helping REALTORS® Address Foreclosures
(Feb. 1) NAR has developed several programs and resources to help REALTORS® develop the skills required to respond to the challenges of increased foreclosures.
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