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Staying Safe on the Job
September 9, 2019
Hopefully, an unsafe situation has never presented itself and never will – but in the off chance that it does, here are some tips to help keep you safe. Picture a totally empty house, sometimes in a desolate area, no witnesses, sometimes no one within earshot, and you’re just one… -
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Which Social Media Platform is Right for You?
September 7, 2019
You don’t have to be on every single platform! It’s too overwhelming and most likely isn’t necessary for your business. Instead, identify your social media goals and who you are trying to reach with your message. As the list of social media platforms continues to grow, we often feel pressured… -
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One Thing…
September 6, 2019
Whenever I go to any type of conference like this, I have one goal. That goal is to leave with at least one thing I can put into use the moment I get back to my office. If I get that one thing, then I always feel like the experience… -
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What’s in Your Dream Neighborhood
September 5, 2019
When your clients describe their dream neighborhood to you, what features do you see being the most popular? A strong school system? Various entertainment options? Accessible public transportation? Bike lanes? Ethnic and cultural diversity? As you’ve probably seen, the idea of a dream neighborhood is different among your clients, with… -
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From The President: Will I See You There?
September 4, 2019
It’s no secret that REALTORS® are well-trained, up-to-date experts. And that doesn’t happen by accident, or by the continuing education requirement. This happens because we strive to learn more, be more, and do more. We aim for excellence and to be the absolute best in the business. It works well… -
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Staying Out of Trouble With Rental Vouchers
September 4, 2019
For almost 50 years, Massachusetts has prohibited landlords and their agents from discriminating against the recipients of public housing assistance, including those using Section 8 vouchers. In today’s column we are going to look at a longstanding feature of Massachusetts non-discrimination law that is not well understood. This law has… -
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Finishing Strong
September 3, 2019
Have you ever watched a TED Talk and left feeling revitalized and empowered to go forward and crush your goals? Well, imagine a Ted Talk on steroids, and you have the annual MAR Conference and Trade Show. This year features 13 impactful speakers with expertise and focuses in all different… -
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Five Questions With – REALTOR® Safety
September 3, 2019
What are some of the risks Realtors® face on a daily basis? A. There are unfortunately many risks that Realtors® face on a daily basis, from their information being targeted in a security breach to becoming victims of physical and violent crimes. An agent would not need to dig deep to find horrific stories of fallen agents. What are some steps Realtors® should take in protecting their… -
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The REALTOR® Advocate: August/September
August 30, 2019
August is a relatively quiet month with the Legislature out of formal session, but there’s still plenty to talk about. August Highlights 8/ 6 – Blake Decker, CEO of Pretty Picky Properties, Ryan Castle, CEO of CCIAOR, and Jonny Schreiber testified before the Department of Revenue (DOR) on draft short-term rental regulations. The… -
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How to Prepare for the MAR Conference & Trade Show
August 28, 2019
If you somehow missed it, the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® Annual Conference & Trade Show is now just a few short weeks away! Don’t have a ticket? You’re in luck because you still have time to go! It isn’t too late to purchase your ticket here. On September 10th and…
