What is the National Association of Realtors (NAR)?
This trade organization for real estate pros is America’s largest.
3 min read
May 24, 2024
David McMillin
Contributor, Personal Finance
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David McMillin is a contributor to Bankrate covering personal finance, including mortgages, real estate, student loans and auto loans. From budgeting tips for individuals to funding strategies for aspiring business owners, his goal is simple: to help readers figure out how to save more and stress less. As a musician, he has spent a lot of time worrying about money, as well, and he applies the lessons he’s learned from that financial balancing act to offer practical advice for personal spending decisions.
McMillin studied writing at DePauw University. He is based in Chicago and loves to discover new places. He only needs to visit four more states (Alaska, Oklahoma, Utah and Vermont) to check all 50 off his list.
David's latest articles
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How to sell a house by owner in South Carolina
Selling a house without a real estate agent is hard work.
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How to cancel a check: 4 important steps
Follow these steps to stop a check in its tracks.
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Will a ‘silver tsunami’ solve the U.S. housing shortage?
Will a “silver tsunami” flood the market with much-needed inventory?
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Common home styles and types of houses
There are so many types of houses to choose from — we break down the different styles.
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Average closing costs on a house in 2024
Which states have the highest and lowest average closing costs?
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Sell my house fast in Houston
The Houston housing market moves fast, but there are ways to speed things up.
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54% of aspiring homeowners don’t earn enough to afford the purchase. Should you pool resources with a friend?
For many homebuyers, sole ownership is prohibitively expensive.
8 min read Mar 04, 2024