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"Bubbles, Buying and Bank-Owned Sales"
(Harris) No. 1917, Tierra Grande reprint, 2pp. (10/20/2009) |
 Academics are far removed from the daily grind of the real estate business, but they can shine a powerful light on the inner workings of the industry. Read highlights of the research rolled out at the 2009 American Real Estate Society Meeting.
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"Analyze This: Studies Probe Industry"
(Harris) No. 1875, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (10/20/2008) |
 The American Real Estate Society keeps its finger on the pulse of the industry by conducting surveys and other research on brokerage issues. Take a look at the latest findings.
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"Principles, Practices and Pricing: Academic Studies Offer Insights"
(Harris) No. 1802, Tierra Grande reprint, 2pp. (1/15/2007) |
 Research findings presented at the annual meeting of the American Real Estate Society shed light on a number of real estate-related issues.
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"What's the Deal with Fannie and Freddie?"
(Harris) No. 1745, Tierra Grande reprint, 4pp. (10/14/2005) |
 Everyone knows them. But not many of us understand them. Here's the backstory on these giant government-sponsored entities.
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English-Spanish Real Estate Glossary on CD
(Harris) No. 1743, $5.00. Computer disk (10/13/2005) |
 The Center's popular glossary is now available on CD. In this format, you can hear the actual pronounciation of the real estate term in Spanish.
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"A Time to Sell, A Time to Buy"
(Harris) No. 1737, Tierra Grande reprint (6/10/2005) |
 Take a look behind the scenes at what causes the changes from buyers' to sellers' markets and how licensees can benefit from reading the market.
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"Mi Casa Es Su Casa: Understanding Latino Homebuyers"
(Harris) No. 1724, Tierra Grande reprint, 4pp. (4/15/2005) |
 Latinos responding to the Center's homebuyer survey painted a clear picture of what they consider important in finding and purchasing a home.
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Homeowner's Guide
(Harris) No. 1415, Special report, 39pp. (3/1/2005) |
 An update of the Center's popular homeseller's guide, this report covers owning and selling a home. It includes a helpful glossary.
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Texas Housing Affordability Index (1989-2003)
(Harris) No. 1714, Technical report, 7pp. (2/16/2005) |
 The THAI monitors how affordable it is for local residents to buy a home at current prices and interest rates. Comparing index values for different periods indicates whether market conditions are becoming more or less favorable for homebuyers.
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"Interest in Interest: Rising Rates and Home Sales"
(Harris) No. 1698, Tierra Grande reprint, 2pp. (10/15/2004) |
 There's no question that home sales are tied to interest rates. But rising rates won't kill the housing boom.
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"Dealing from the Bottom of the Deck: Will Predators Force Subprime Lending to Fold"
(Harris) No. 1684, Tierra Grande reprint, 5pp. (7/15/2004) |
 Subprime lending has opened doors to homeownership for underserved markets. But legislation aimed at stopping predatory lenders may also cripple legitimate subprime lenders.
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"Where Have All the Renters Gone?"
(Harris) No. 1678, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (7/15/2004) |
 No doubt, the multifamily housing market has taken a hit because of the low mortgage interest rates. But that's not the only reason fewer people are rentering these days.
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Home-Buyers' Guide
(Harris) No. 1044, Technical report, 38pp. (Revised 7/1/2004) |
 The home-buying process may have far-reaching consequences on personal finances and satisfaction. This reference looks at the meaning of homeownership, shopping for a home, options, loans and negotiating.
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"Reversal of Fortune"
(Harris) No. 1667, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (4/20/2004) |
 Senior citizens keep their home and still derive income from it by using a reverse mortgage. Here is a short introduction to a potentially useful financial tool.
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"Spotlight on Agency"
(Harris) No. 1670, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (4/20/2004) |
 New research on brokerage markets examines the problems of motivating agents and dual agency.
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"The Professional Inspector"
(Harris) No. 1669, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (4/20/2004) |
 Like most professions, home inspectors can earn various types of credentials. This article explains what those credentials mean.
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Survey of Newly Licensed Agents
(Harris) No. 1660, Technical report, 11pp. (1/27/2004) |
 Results of two 2002 surveys of Texas real estate professionals.
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"Appreciating Home Appreciation"
(Harris) No. 1658, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (1/15/2004) |
 While housing prices provide some indication of house appreciation, a price index is a better source. The government maintains such an index. Here's how to use it.
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"Banks in Real Estate"
(Harris) No. 1640, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (10/17/2003) |
 Bankers want to get into real estate brokerage and property management. NAR says they shouldn't. Consider the facts; decide for yourself.
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Texas Housing Affordability Index, 1989-2002
(Harris) No. 1645, Technical report, 12pp. (10/17/2003) |
 The Texas Housing Affordability Index measures how affordable it is for local residents to buy a home at current prices and interest rates. Comparing index values for different periods indicates whether market conditions are becoming more or less favorable for homebuyers.
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