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The Source immerses readers through captivating video content, expert insights, and scenarios. Elevate your industry expertise by checking back each month for engaging multimedia and invaluable professional advice.

The Source is your inside scoop on legal, governmental, and ethical developments in the real estate industry.

New from Legal Services:

What is a Survey?
Surveys can be a useful tool during the homebuying process. This video explains what a survey is and how it can benefit your clients.

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What Items Are Included in a Mortgage Payment?
There are four key components to a mortgage payment. Learn more so you can better assist your clients to prepare for these payments.

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Settling at the End of the Month: Closing Interest
Hear from members of the NVAR Real Estate Finance & Settlements Forum as they explain why some people choose to settle at the end of the month.

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Legal Reminder: NVAR Forms are Limited to Realtor® Use
NVAR forms are copyrighted for Realtor® use only and cannot be shared with non-Realtors®, including unrepresented parties, settlement copies, or others. Get information about proper forms usage here.

Legal Hotline Question of the Month
"Are Sellers required to fix HOA or condo violations prior to settlement?" Typically, yes — Sellers are generally required to remedy violations before closing, but there are some exceptions!

New from Government Affairs:

First 100 Days of the Second Trump Administration — Overview
Want to learn what decisions coming from the first 100 days of the second Trump administration are impacting the housing market — in about three minutes? Check out this overview video to learn how the President is setting the tone for the years ahead.

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What You Need to Know about the First 100 Days of the Second Trump Administration — An In-Depth Analysis
In the first 100 days of President Trump's second term, significant shifts in housing policy have already begun to take shape. From a newly established Federal Lands Task Force working to repurpose underutilized land to cuts from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), NVAR is closely monitoring how these (and many other) policies can potentially affect the housing market.

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New from Professional Services:

Ethics Blog: Top Four Ethics Complains Seen at the NVAR
NVAR uniquely has its own Professional Standards Department, with volunteer committees reviewing 70 – 100 cases annually to uphold Realtor® ethics, integrity, and professionalism in the region. Curious what these cases are most commonly about? Read to learn more.

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Best Practices for the Escalation Addendum
The NVAR Escalation Addendum is a valuable form that lets buyers automatically increase their offer in response to competing bids. Realtor® Courtney Stone shares her perspective on challenges to consider when explaining this form to your clients.

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Consumer Guide: Navigating Multiple Offers
When receiving offers from multiple interested buyers, you may see a wide range of terms. It's important to evaluate them all thoroughly to determine which is right for your seller.

Share this Guide with your buyers as a tool for them to use!

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