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Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008
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TODAY'S TOP STORY
Solving the Broker Profitability Dilemma - Master Franchising
By Jose I. Perez Jr.

RISMEDIA, Feb. 28, 2008—There’s no question that real estate franchises are very popular these days, and for good reason. The National Association of Realtors 2006 Profile of Real Estate Firms showed that 88% of real estate firms with franchise affiliations reported that their affiliation improved name recognition in the market, 83% reported Continued >

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TODAY'S FEATURED STORIES
'Realtor on the Rise' Nominations Now Being Accepted
RISMEDIA, February 28, 2008-The market has certainly changed in the past 18 months. Quite frankly, things are just not as easy as they once were. A real estate agent’s job is now more about actual salesmanship, hard work and determination-which is why Continued >
Three Tips for Staying Focused While at the Office
RISMEDIA, Feb. 28, 2008—(MCT)—Are you caught in the habit of letting your agenda be set by whatever happens around you? To successfully move beyond this, focus first on your personal motivation, and then create a plan to change your habits. Continued >
Effectively Meeting Company Objectives
By Kayla O’Brien

RISMEDIA, Feb. 28, 2008—Today’s on-the-go, high-tech society offers just about everything at a near-instantaneous speed. And, as we all know, that’s exactly what consumers have come to rely on; everything Continued >
No Down Market Here - Tommy Hilfiger's Mansion Hits the MLS
By Beth McGuire

RISMEDIA, Feb. 28, 2008--While the real estate industry continues to grapple with a slow market, it seems--at least for one Connecticut town--the luxury market is sailing along quite nicely. Continued >
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TODAY'S HOME SPUN WISDOM
In the Bag - Reusable Grocery Totes Replacing Paper, Plastic

RISMEDIA, Feb. 28, 2008—(MCT)—Paper or plastic? Neither, thank you. That's what eco-savvy consumers are saying these days when they go shopping. They're shunning both in favor of BYOB—bring your own bag. Continued >
MORE NEWS STORIES
Taking Marketing Mobile

As Inflation Rises, What Does It Mean for the Housing Market?

Survey Says - Refi Drop Drives Decline in Mortgage Apps, Purchase Applications Unchanged

Optimizing Your Site for Search Engines

Department of Veterans Affairs Launches FIS-Developed Reporting Application

The National Association of Independent Landlords Finds Solution for Homeowners at Risk

Realtor Magazine in Search of Good Neighbors

Tips for Selling Via an Auction

‘Dustless' Floor Refinishing Can Cut the Mess

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