10 Ways Tech Helpline Can Help You [INFOGRAPHIC]
LOUISIANA REALTORS • October 7, 2019
Technology has changed and continues to change everything in our lives. This is true at home and at work. Having a variety of connected devices that do everything from changing our thermostats to managing money to keeping in contact with anyone, from anywhere, can quickly get complicated. Not only are there a multitude of options in terms of platforms, services, and applications, but there seems to be an endless wave of updates, upgrades, and changes. Falling behind, or not being quite sure how to handle technology can mean missing out on the conveniences that it offers. While you may not mind closing your garage door the old-fashioned way or be interested in Bluetooth; having a solid grasp on technology can be a tremendous professional benefit.
This is especially true for REALTORS®. Technology has impacted nearly every facet of the real estate industry. But where do you begin? Everything from your office to your car to your home to the way you communicate are influenced by new and growing technology. This is why there the Tech Helpline comes in. The Tech Helpline
can assist with a variety of common issues and needs. Everything from pairing devices to navigating through different software programs; this resource is here to catch you up to speed.
Want Your Teen to Own a Home Someday? Start Talking Money Now Teens may not be thinking about mortgage rates or down payments just yet, but the money habits they’re building now can follow them for years. And 88% of teens surveyed by Fannie Mae and Junior Achievement said they want to own a home someday. This week’s Consumer Guide: Talk to Your Teens About Money and Homeownership makes those conversations a little easier, covering everything from credit scores and budgeting to debt, renting versus owning and saving for that eventual down payment. So yes, you may have to interrupt the doomscrolling. But helping teens get smarter about money today could put them in a much better position to get the keys to a home of their own down the road. Download all of NAR’s Consumer Guides in English or Spanish at facts.realtor. For ease of reference, below is a list of the most recent guides: NEW: Teen Financial Literacy Fraud Red Flags Helping Family Members Become Homeowners Prepare Your Home for Hurricane Season Condominium Insurance Thank you for your continued engagement with the “Consumer Guide” series and for sharing the resources with prospective clients to ensure they have the information they need to find success in their home buying or selling journey. Remember that these guides are for informational purposes only and are not meant to enact or change any existing NAR policy. The next Consumer Guide, scheduled for publication on Oct. 21, will cover winter cold and storm preparedness.
Homeownership Is on Louisiana's November Ballot
After months of gathering recipes from across our Louisiana REALTORS® family, the cookbook is ready! This 200+ page collection is filled with Louisiana flavor, REALTOR® heart and recipes contributed by our members. We launched sales of the cookbook at the Fall Governance Meetings. You can now purchase your copy for $30 directly from the printer and shipped to you! Additionally, we will have copies available at the RRF booth at NXT . After NXT, we will carry a limited stock at the LR office for you to purchase through the LR Merch Shop and pick-up from the office or at an LR event, as stock is available. Even better, $15 from every cookbook sold will be donated to the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) to help provide housing-related assistance to REALTORS® and their families following disasters. Pick up a copy for yourself, grab one as a gift and enjoy a taste of Louisiana while supporting a great cause!
