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NC Foreclosure Filing Statistics by County

by Steve Connell on March 29, 2012

in Recommended Reading

For foreclosure filing statistics by county in NC, go to
the NC Court System website. Click the link above for the exact link and additional information.

Raleigh ranks #1 by Inman News “Markets that will Outshine All the Rest”

February 3, 2012 Hot Topics

Inman News released a report highlighting metro areas that are expected to “outshine many other markets in real estate performance this year.” In its report, Inman News scanned metro areas with populations over 150,000 to find where real estate sales volume is rising, job markets are growing, foreclosure activity is low, sales prices are appreciating, [...]

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Renewing your NC Real Estate License

May 18, 2012 Hot Topics

Renewing your NC Real Estate License

Please be sure to renew your NC Real Estate License and to complete your required continuing education. The NC Real Estate Commission allows you to renew online using a credit card (Visa/MasterCard/Discover) for payment. It is convenient and only takes a few minutes.

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Charlotte’s Shadow Inventory

April 30, 2012 Community

This story published by the Charlotte Observer on Sunday,  January 1, 2012 has generated much discussion. Housing glut looms behind region’s ‘shadow inventory’ Slow-developing foreclosures create a vast market of shadow homes, dragging down prices. By Kerry Singe and Gavin Off Read the article here. Interactive Map:  Showing Inventory By County For more information on how the [...]

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What about the “Foreclosures” and “Shadow Inventory?”

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While Realty Trac has recently reported a drop in foreclosure filings they also warned their readers to “take the progress with caution”. The low foreclosure numbers are not an accurate reflection of the massive reservoir of distressed properties that have accumulated over the past few years. They also reported that 31 states saw foreclosure starts increase. North Carolina (up 47%) is 1 of the 5 states posting the largest monthly increases. Eventually these properties will have to be released into the market. Hold on to your hat because the wild and crazy ride we call real estate is not over yet.

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Occupational Job Outlook – Real Estate Agent

April 23, 2012 Broker Pre-Licensing Students

View the Occupational Job Outlook for Real Estate Agents and other careers from the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor & Statistics. If you are interested in a career in Real Estate, join us for one of our free information sessions or give us a call at 877-944-4260.

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Real Estate Agent listed among 6 booming business jobs

April 23, 2012 Broker Pre-Licensing Students

Source (US News & World Report Website, Published 4/19/2012 by Jessica Harper)

The business sector is on track to add close to 3.8 million jobs over the next few years, the U.S. Labor Department projects. Here’s more about six business jobs that should see abundant growth in the coming years:

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Fannie & Freddie Set Timeline Requirements for Short Sales

April 19, 2012 Hot Topics

Beginning June 15, real estate agents working with distressed homeowners whose loans are backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should expect to receive a decision on a short sale offer within 30-60 days.

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Broker Pre-Licensing Students

January 7, 2012 Broker Pre-Licensing Students

This page is intended for currently enrolled pre-licensing students.  A username and password is required to access this content. Pre-licensing students will be emailed their login information after the first day of class.  The email address you used to register for the class will be your username and your password will be emailed to you.  [...]

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Today’s Seniors: Meeting Their Needs

January 5, 2012 Hot Topics

The senior population is one of the fastest growing segment of real estate clientele. Today’s Seniors: Meeting Their Needs introduces brokers to the unique aspects of working with the senior community. Learn to effectively communicate with seniors and gain a better understanding of their particular real estate needs.

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