April 1, 2017
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INDUSTRY NEWS

Zillow Becomes a Real Estate Brand, Launches RealEstate.com

In a bold move, and likely a surprise to the 89,000-plus real estate professionals presently paying for its services, Zillow Group announced today its intent to launch a new consumer real estate search portal, RealEstate.com. 


Pending Home Sales Warm Up in February

Pending home sales warmed in February to their highest level in almost a year, rallying 5.5 percent in the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) recently released Pending Home Sales Index (PHSI). The PHSI posted 112.3 in February, up from 106.4 in January-the second-highest reading since May 2006, at 112.5. The Index is based on contract signings.


EVENT NEWS & UPDATES
Over 100 in Attendance at State YPN "TEEING OFF FORE CHARITY"

EBCBOR was happy to join and be a proud sponsor of NJ REALTORS first YPN event of 2017 "TEEING OFF FORE CHARITY" at Topgolf (Edison). Bergen County Young Professionals and Realtors from across NJ enjoyed an evening of networking at the swanky sports and entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range! VIEW PICTURES
Clean Homes, Clean Families Deadline is Approaching! 

EBCBOR is partnering with the Bergen Volunteer Center for their annual "Clean Homes, Clean Families" initiative, part of their Mentoring Mom's Program. Consider donating cleaning supplies for local families in need. Your kind donations will keep our clients and their homes clean and healthy!  
  CLICK HERE for List of Supplies and Drop-off locations. The collection will run until April 15th 
LEGISLATIVE NEWS
What Trump's 'Big Number' on Dodd-Frank Means for Brokers

President Donald Trump has promised many changes since being sworn in a couple short months ago, but one of the more specific and likely to impact real estate brokers across the nation is his pledge to "do a big number on Dodd-Frank." 


GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES
Currency Fluctuations and Your Business

Global business requires moving money across markets with drastically different economies. It can be an intimidating component of global transactions, but there are resources to help! Although you should always refer your clients to a reputable bank and/or money exchange service and immigration tax attorney, it's still a good idea to give overseas buyers an idea of what to expect and how to prepare.


TECH TIPS
4 easy ways for real estate agents to boost their business with Google AdWords
 
With today's online-first consumer marketplace, real estate agents must be as savvy with technology and marketing as ever to rise above their competition. Advertising through Google AdWords makes it possible for any agent to harness the undeniable power of online marketing, while staying cost-effective.


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