


Celebrating National Homeownership Month
Throughout June, we recognize the vital role REALTORS® play as stewards of the American Dream of homeownership. National Homeownership Month is an excellent opportunity to encourage people around the country to learn more about homeownership opportunities and financial management plans. READ MOREBy The Numbers
The total reconstruction costs this year due to hurricane damage —a 6.6 percent increase over 2017forecasted in CoreLogic’s 2018 Storm Surge Report. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predcits this year’s hurricane season to be “near- or above-normal,” and CoreLogic projects that nearly 7 million homes are in danger zones. The threat comes as the National Flood Insurance Program — which provides flood insurance coverage to about 22,000 communities — is once again facing expiration. LEARN MORE
The state capital gains tax rate of North Dakota as of May 2018 – the lowest maximum rate in the U.S. and its territories. Guam has the highest maximum rate at 20 percent. While most real estate professionals are familiar with federal capital gains taxes, state capital gains tax rates might also impact the bottom line. Capital gains taxes are paid at the time of sale of an asset (i.e., real estate). Download State Real Estate Capital Gains Rate Chart (log-in required) to learn what your state’s capital gains tax rate. LEARN MORE
The date of the What’s New in Residential Real Estate Brokerage Competition workshop sponsored jointly by the Federal Trade Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice. NAR general counsel Katie Johnson was among a distinguished group of panelists. NAR asserts that innovation, competitive forces, and consumer choice have never been stronger. READ MORE
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