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Networking Events – What’s Coming Up?
This business is all about networking. The importance of connecting with people is not lost on real estate professionals. But what can get lost is time and money, if you are not connecting with the right people in the...
January 25, 2018
Survey Says! CIPS designees: more money, diverse, and engaged
We didn’t quite conduct the survey Family-Feud style – although that might make for a fun Advisory Board idea next year! – but the results of the 2017 CIPS Designee survey are in! Special thanks to those who filled...
November 9, 2017
Working Internationally: Advice for REALTORS®, from REALTORS®
We are really excited to announce a new book in the REALTOR® Store, The Little Purple Book: International Rules to Live By for REALTORS®. If you’re already familiar with the Little Book series, you will know that these are pocket...
October 20, 2017
American Buyers Moving to Canada
“I’m moving to Canada” seems to be a popular phrase in America these days. But who is actually backing up this claim with home searches? The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has published an excellent heat map showing which...
October 10, 2017
NAR Wins Worldwide Trademark Award
NAR’s legal team works hard to protect the REALTOR® brand all over the world – and now they can add “award-winning” to their title! The World Trademark Review (WTR) recently awarded NAR’s Legal Affairs team as its 2016 not-for-profit...
June 6, 2017
Beyond the Pin: Getting Involved in International
The CIPS designation is an important step in boosting your profile as an international specialist. The training, network, and prestige that it offers are valuable assets in attracting international clientele. So what lies “beyond the pin”? After the classes,...
February 8, 2016
Catching Up from Conference
by Julie Collins It’s been a week since most of us returned home from the REALTORS® Conference & Expo, and I think it’s taken this long to catch up! As always, it was an overwhelmingly rewarding week in San...
November 24, 2015
Closing Gift Guidelines for Global Real Estate Practitioners
“Don’t gift wrap the steak knives just yet!” When it comes to gift giving, sometimes, the age-old adage, “it’s the thought that counts” just doesn’t apply. If you are a real estate practitioner focused on global business, you know...
September 15, 2015
What Are Your Summer Plans? Explore Outbound Opportunities & Capitalize on the Strength of the US dollar
What Are Your Summer Plans? Explore Outbound Opportunities & Capitalize on the Strength of the US dollar After years of decline and stagnation, the US dollar has gained momentum over the past year. The dollar is up 25.5%...
July 15, 2015
What I’ve learned over the years…
What I’ve Learned Over the Years About the “Largest Global Real Estate Network on Earth” by Jeff Hornberger Hello everyone! I’ve met many of you throughout the years, almost 16 (off and on) to be exact. As I wrap...
April 17, 2015