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On the Cover 
 
 
The Green House Effect 
By Sacha Cohen  
For some REALTORS®, sustainability is all in a day's work.
  
Features 
 
 
Closing the Gap
By Bridget McCrea
The foreclosure market presents an opportunity for agents willing to adapt to the changing real estate landscape. 

Setting the Stage 
By Judith Stock 
In a tough market, staging can go a long way toward helping properties shine...and sell.  
 
Moving On  
By Gwen Moran 
Don't leave money on the table when it comes time to retire. Learn how to put a value on your real estate practice before you head out the door.  
 
Columns
 

Technology — Data Security 101
By Amy Overman
How to keep data secure on our computer and on the Web.  

Trends — Risky Business

By Regina Ludes 
Advice and practical tips for staying safe on the job. 

 

Pipeline — Share the Dream 
By Bridget McCrea
Fractional ownership can give clients a slice of paradise on their own terms.

Up Close
Dolf Biel, CRS, Keller Williams, White Plains, N.Y.   

 
Good Read — Riches in Niches by Susan Friedmann
Reviewed by Allan Fallow 
Learn why carefully honed expertise and a tight focus can be a boon to your career.  
 
 
Departments
 
 
President’s Message - A Silver Lining
By Kay West, CRS, 2007 President
The current state of the housing market can help savvy agents discover exciting new business opportunities. 
 
Quick Takes
• Homeowners Seek Better Accessibility
• Tech-Savvy Road Warriors
• Celebrity transactions: Spider Man Tobey Maguire and "Titanic" director James Cameron
• International Snapshot: Panama 
 
Inside CRS 
• 2007 NAR Conference 
• Sell-a-bration® 2008 
• NAHB-CRS Agreement
• 2007 Promotional Materials Contest  
• CRS Leadership Acadamy
• New Diversity Grants 
• Course Listings
 
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