Sentences with phrase «interests of real estate consumers»

According to the Ministerial Regulations, the Foundation is seeking one person, who is not in the industry, who is appointed by the current members of the board then in office and is, in the opinion of those members, representative of the interests of real estate consumers.

one person, who is not in the industry, who is appointed by the current members of the board then in office and is, in the opinion of those members, representative of the interests of real estate consumers;

The various Regulatory Authorities from Province to Province, have spent a considerable amount of time and energy on the subject of Agency Representation, with the ultimate goal of what is in the best interests of real estate consumers.

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Actual results could differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward - looking statements contained in this release because of a variety of factors, including conditions to, or changes in the timing of, proposed real estate and other transactions, prevailing interest rates and non-recurring charges, store closings, competitive pressures from specialty stores, general merchandise stores, off - price and discount stores, manufacturers» outlets, the Internet, mail - order catalogs and television shopping and general consumer spending levels, including the impact of the availability and level of consumer debt, the effect of weather and other factors identified in documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Homeowners and consumers, real estate investors and corporations have pledged so much of their income to pay debt service that there is not much left to pay interest on yet more debt.

Any consumers interested in out of province listings must contact a person who is licensed to trade in real estate in that province.

James Shilling, Ph.D., another panelist and the Professor of Real Estate and Urban Land Economics at the University of Wisconsin - Madison said «The ability to refinance for lower interest rates is an important element of the U.S. system as it allows consumers to take equity out of their home and put it back into the economy.»

The display on this handset has a large real estate of 5.5 - inch, and it makes perfect sense for consumers interested in using handsets for viewing pleasures such as gaming and movies.

As you said, as long as the REALTOR ® only has to enter the listing in one MLS ® and all the listings are available on the consumer portals, the interests of organized real estate are maintained and there'd be one less thing for the Competition Bureau to be concerned about.

Should any Brokerage do anything that might adversely effect the sale of a Competitor Brokerages property listing, should this not also be viewed in the best interests of organized real estate and consumers, as a: «privacy issue»?

The fact that so many Realtors need to be reminded of this kind of advice as well as of other commons sense - based information is a testament to the sad state of affairs that Organized Real Estate finds itself in as it continues to populate its ranks with charismatic know - nothings (beyond answering some questions correctly — well, at least 80 % of them anyway — on three exams) paying for whiz - bang websites and script - ready manipulative speeches designed to make consumers think that they are the cat's ass when it comes to who will best represent their fiduciary interests (read... get them the most money for a sale or the most house for the money).

Launch a syndicated talk radio show that will cover a universe of real estate — related topics of interest to consumers.

I am one of approximately 100,000 members who pay lots of money for CREA's valuable staffing and upkeep in order that the prosperity of individuals seeking to carry out real estate transactions (with confidence) may continue by protecting and promoting buyer and seller interests thus enabling informed consumer decision making.

Finally there came REALTOR ® followed by MLS ®, both created and developed to contribute to the prosperity of individuals seeking to carry out real estate transactions (with confidence) by protecting and promoting buyer and seller interests and enabling informed consumer decision making.

NAR's Smart Homes Initiative is actively engaged in representing the real estate industry and consumer interests related to smart homes — or what the technology industry often calls the Internet of Things (IoT).

The structure helps ensure the best interests of agents and brokers — and ultimately, consumers — are the focus of UpstreamTM, and that no size or type of real estate company has an advantage over another.

We, as REALTORS ® contribute to the prosperity of individuals seeking to carry out real estate transactions (with confidence) by protecting and promoting buyer and seller interests and enabling informed consumer decision making within a safe and legislatively controlled environment.

Like I said months ago, CREA thinks that it has morphed into the United Nations of the real estate world, except, unlike the United Nations (another outfit made up of useless left - wing socialist idiots who conduct interminable meetings in order to vote to have more interminable meetings ad infinitum until whatever current crisis exists has resolved itself by the natural forces of nature) which is supported by actual nations» dues, CREA looks out for the interests of everyone «but» its dues payers (I just can't seem to say that enough) aside from producing expensive ads proclaiming things that the average consumer does not believe in the first place... because what the ads are proclaiming (all Realtors are professionals) is obviously not true.

«We have a very interesting period ahead of us in B.C. With real estate markets in many areas of the province rising rapidly, it is more crucial than ever to maintain a strong regulatory presence and ensure that consumers are protected,» says Leslie.

REALTOR ® was created and developed to contribute to the prosperity of individuals seeking to carry out real estate transactions (with confidence) by protecting and promoting buyer and seller interests and enabling informed consumer decision making.

«As consumers» interest in sustainability grows, REALTORS ® understand the necessity of promoting sustainability in their real estate practice, such as marketing energy efficiency in property listings to homebuyers,» says NAR President Bill Brown.

Over half of REALTORS ® recently surveyed in the National Association of REALTORS ® (NAR) REALTORS ® and Sustainability report say consumers have an interest in sustainability as it pertains to real estate — homes that have features intended to conserve natural resources, such as solar panels or walkability.

Launch a consumer initiative that will help build trust between REALTORS ® and consumers and make the most of our shared interest in a healthy real estate market.

Two of its brands, AgentConnect.com and RealtyNow.com, market the names of consumers who have expressed interest in a home sale or purchase to real estate professionals.

Prior to the advent of «mere postings» the main reason that a Real Estate consumer would be treated as a «Customer» was precisely because of the existence of a recognized «conflict of interests».

«Dave and our other investigators are at the front line of RECO's efforts to protect the public interest and enhance consumer confidence in the real estate profession,» says RECO registrar Joseph Richer in a news release.

iii) That the Consumer has a bona fide interest in the purchase, sale, or lease of real estate of the type being offered through the VOW.

C21 Communities is available directly from the company's website, www.century21.com, and this new platform bundles a dynamic set of social media tools designed to enable online conversations between agents and consumers, including: Talks, an online interactive advice forum; C21 Talk Radio, an online radio channel for consumers interested in real estate; and CENTURY 21 ® social networking sites on Facebook, Flickr, Twitter and YouTube.

The real estate industry is an exciting one, and every agent has helpful tips, memorable stories and interesting facts they can incorporate into their marketing content to help them pique the interest of consumers, establish one's real estate brand and land new clients.

Real estate boards help that because with our policies and our code of ethics we make sure that these Realtors, while they are competitors, are working in the best interest of the consumer.

Then in mid-2002, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development proposed offering a safe harbor from federal antikickback rules in the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) to lenders that offer a package of settlement services to consumers at a guaranteed price, including a guaranteed interest rate.

To date the real estate boards have done a good job protecting the REALTORS interests at the expense of the consumers.

NAR will also continue to work with the CFPB to advocate for RESPA policies that promote the best interests of consumers and the real estate industry.

Melanie Aitken, outgoing commissioner of the Federal Competiton Bureau and so - called champion of real estate related consumers» interests (only), was ignorant of the real workings of Organized Real Estate / MLS etc. before CREA self - intercoursed things up... for all concerreal estate related consumers» interests (only), was ignorant of the real workings of Organized Real Estate / MLS etc. before CREA self - intercoursed things up... for all concestate related consumers» interests (only), was ignorant of the real workings of Organized Real Estate / MLS etc. before CREA self - intercoursed things up... for all concerreal workings of Organized Real Estate / MLS etc. before CREA self - intercoursed things up... for all concerReal Estate / MLS etc. before CREA self - intercoursed things up... for all concEstate / MLS etc. before CREA self - intercoursed things up... for all concerned.

Ms. Aitken has singlehandedly allowed people who have no interest in the consumer, or of following laws to get into the business of real estate and seriously mislead consumers.

Younger consumers came of age during the housing boom and bust, and while they're still interested in and enthusiastic about home ownership, they want someone who will be a knowledgeable, trusted advisor in their real estate transaction, she said.

This information is provided to assist real estate professionals and is not an advertisement to extend consumer credit as defined by Section 226.2 of Regulation Z. Programs, interest rates, and fees are subject to change without notice.

«I look forward to drawing upon my experiences as both a regulator and a lawyer with experience in real estate and administrative law to serve the interests of British Columbia's real estate consumers by working swiftly to implement the reforms initiated by the government,» Noseworthy says.

I don't believe that any Canadian Province, that was more in control of their real estate industry, would've aided or abetted the deletion of any rule that clearly existed for the better interests of consumer's!

As executive editor, Maria oversees all print and online trade and consumer content for RISMedia, including Real Estate magazine, the monthly Power Broker Report digital newsletter, RISMedia's annual Power Broker Report & Survey, and a variety of special - interest publications, including research reports and industry white papers.

Pasalis says, and I agree with him, that RECO's direction to agents, which does not outlaw the use of these clauses but tries to regulate them, «continues to demonstrate that it is an organization run by Realtors designed to protect and promote the rights and interests of real estate agents — not consumers.»

OREA is commending the Ontario government for introducing real estate legislation that tackles conflict of interest situations and consumer confusion that can arise in the current multiple representation system.

«Real estate professionals around the country have been reporting to RISMedia for several weeks how their marketplaces have been recovering, including the rise in housing prices as well as continued consumer interest in housing,» said John Featherston, CEO and Publisher of RISMedia.

The vote came after a presidential advisory group studying the issue concluded that «the promotion of the facilitator concept would not be in the best interests of consumers or real estate licensees.»

We have removed the experience requirement to apply for the FRI designation program» I don't feel it's in the best interests of consumers or this industry that any identifiable group of Real Estate practitioners should or could have a perceived marketing advantage over others, as a result of a practitioners standard industry education not being close to the level, it should be.

In only the second month of the year, real estate agents are already seeing renewed consumer interest and are expecting increased traffic in the next few months.

«For decades, the National Association of REALTORS ® has tracked growing consumer interest in a one - stop shop through its surveys,» says Renwick Congdon, chief executive officer of Imprev, the real estate marketing software firm that works with 150,000 agents and brokers nationwide.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices recently released results of its latest Homeowner Sentiment Survey indicating a significant split in the way real estate consumers perceive the Federal Reserve's raising of its benchmark interest rate and the subsequent impact on mortgage rates.

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