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Wendy Cole

Wendy Cole

Wendy Cole is the managing editor of REALTOR® Magazine. She can be contacted at wcole@realtors.org.

Content by Wendy Cole

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Should You Hire a Fee-Management Company?

Landlords give up day-to-day control over properties when they keep their identity hidden from tenants. But anonymity has its perks, too.

From the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo, May 13-18, Washington, D.C.

May 15, 2019
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Govs. Haley Barbour, left, and Terry McAuliffe

2020 Election: A Familiar Dynamic?

With more than 20 Democrats running for president, strategists from the two major political parties say the next election could look a lot like 2016.

From the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo, May 13-18, Washington, D.C.

May 14, 2019
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REALTORS® meet with Congressional leaders in Washington, D.C.

REALTORS® Head for the Hill

Thousands of NAR members are arriving in the nation’s capital next week to make an impact on housing finance reform, insurance programs, and other key industry issues.

From the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo, May 13-18, Washington, D.C.

May 10, 2019
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It’s Who You R

NAR’s new ad campaign is hitting its mark by showing your value proposition.

May 1, 2019
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NAR president John Smaby, left, with 2019 AE Institute Chair Ryan Conrad

Overcoming Early Hurdles

Giving new agents proper attention should be a top priority for brokers, says NAR President John Smaby. Here’s why mentoring is key.

May 1, 2019
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NAR President John Smaby discusses NAR’s vision for secondary mortgage market reform.

Your Value Proposition

Fostering your financial security and pride in your accomplishments are high on NAR President John Smaby’s to-do list.

February 27, 2019
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NAR 2019 President John Smaby

A Strong New Chapter

The 2019 NAR president is committed to the power of member stories in addressing America’s real estate needs.

January 3, 2019
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NAR’s president, left, met with REALTORS® and others hurt by the devastating flooding on Kauai in the spring.

Thanks to You!

Being a REALTOR® comes with the chance to help others daily. President Elizabeth Mendenhall reflects on the power of giving and gratitude.

October 24, 2018
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Elizabeth Mendenhall and Bob Goldberg

Your Clients Are Watching You

Consumer expectations drive industry demand. Groom your online presence to help keep you front and center, says NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall.

September 12, 2018
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Elizabeth Mendenhall

Prepping for the Future

Innovation continues to alter the real estate’s operating landscape. NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall shares best practices for an evolving industry.

July 11, 2018
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Fair Housing: Facing the Pain and the Promise

The REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo in Washington, D.C., was a gathering place for reconciliation and recommitment to ending discrimination in housing.

May 21, 2018
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Spotlight on Sexual Harassment in Housing

Multifamily owners and property managers can be liable under the Fair Housing Act.

May 16, 2018
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NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall

Youth Must Be Served

NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall eyes a new generation of industry leaders.

May 9, 2018
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Why Style Matters

Your personal brand is a powerful tool for connecting with clients and colleagues. Are you mindful of the messages you’re sending?

May 9, 2018
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NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall

Fair Housing Is Our Business

NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall says the 50th anniversary reminds us that the fight for equal housing access continues.

March 14, 2018
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50 Years of Fair Housing Training

The application of the civil rights law has evolved with the times, but the commitment to keeping REALTORS® informed about their responsibilities is unwavering.

March 14, 2018
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She’s Owning It. Are You?

Elizabeth Mendenhall has high expectations of members—and herself—as she brings a ‘disruptive’ leadership vision to the NAR presidency.

January 17, 2018
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NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall

NAR President: We Need One Another

Elizabeth Mendenhall talks tax reform, time management, and gratitude coins with REALTOR® Magazine Editor Wendy Cole.

January 17, 2018
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A Fair Housing Forefather

At great political cost, a soft-spoken California lawmaker laid the groundwork for the national case against discrimination.

January 17, 2018
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