NAR Helps You Navigate the Current Economy

NAR is doing more to help you, our members, meet the challenges of today's economic conditions. Here you'll find dozens of helpful products and resources, including the just-released FHA Toolkit, for free online or for purchase (including hard-copy CD-ROM and brochures) at a steep discount at the REALTOR® store. Be sure to visit this section often for quick access to new programs and products!

FHA Toolkit:

Every REALTOR® who wants to sell more homes will benefit from the FHA Toolkit, which includes video FAQs and guides to major FHA-insured loan programs - all you need to help clients find the right FHA-insured loans. Access the free online FHA Toolkit now!

Foreclosure Prevention and Mortgage "Workouts":

Help Troubled Borrowers (REALTOR® Magazine)
Foreclosure Prevention Resources for Home Owners
Educational Resources and Brochures from NAR
Foreclosure Prevention and Opportunities Course Information

Short Sales Resources:

Short Sales Articles & Resources (REALTOR® Magazine)
Introduction to Short Sales Webinar

Credit Crisis and Economic Recovery Summary Information:

Understanding the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008
Understanding the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008
Economic Stabilization: What Happens Now? (Speaking of Real Estate interview)

Research Market Reports:

Research Commentaries
State and Local Market Information
2008 Local Market Reports (login required)

Protecting Your Finances:

FDIC Insurance Information (login required)
Money Tips: Are You Saving Enough? (REALTOR® Magazine)
Why You Need an Emergency Fund (REALTOR® Magazine)

Benefits of Homeownership:

First-Time Home Buyer Incentives (REALTOR® Magazine)
Home Buyers Tax Credit Brochure from the REALTOR® Store
Housing Market Facts Web Site

Business Tips and Educational Resources:

Strategic Planning for 2009 (Nov. 11, 2008 President's Podcast)
Savvy Strategies for Land Sales (REALTOR® Magazine)
Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) Course Information
CCIM's Institute Online Introduction to Commercial Real Estate Analysis Course (price reduced)
Green Designation Course Information (Green Resource Council)
NAR/NAA Introduction to Real Estate Auction Course Information
Ten Tips to Boost Your Business (April 2008 President's Podcast)
2008 Work Smart Series (REALTOR® Magazine)
Virtual Library (eBooks): Credit and Mortgages in Today's Economy
2008 List Issue (REALTOR® Magazine)