ACAR has organized all the consumer guides provided by NAR into one comprehensive, easy-to-navigate resource for 2025. Instead of managing multiple documents, you now have everything your clients need in a single, organized guide that covers every aspect of the property transaction.
What’s Inside:
Getting Started in Homeownership – Essential information on preparing for homeownership, buying your first home, working with a buyer REALTOR®, overcoming barriers to homeownership, and exploring assistance programs available to buyers.
Buying a Home – Detailed guidance on written buyer agreements, agency relationships, offers of compensation, mortgages and financing, the appraisal process, home inspections, what veterans need to know, and understanding the NAR settlement changes.
Selling a Home – Comprehensive coverage of preparing to sell, listing agreements, pricing strategies, marketing techniques, seller concessions, navigating multiple offers, open houses, and alternative listing options including real estate auctions.
Financial and Legal Essentials – Critical information about property taxes, mortgage interest deductions, homeowners insurance, flood and fire coverage, deeds and titles, estate planning, and protecting against wire fraud and title fraud.
Specialty Property Types and Ownership – Guidance on homeowners associations, condo ownership, buying land and building new homes, historic properties, and understanding Multiple Listing Services.
Living Smart and Fair – Tips for energy efficiency, fair housing rights and responsibilities, understanding your duty to put clients first, and smart packing advice for moving.
This valuable 54-page resource helps you provide expert guidance and confidently answer your clients’ questions. Keep it handy for quick reference, and share it with your clients to demonstrate your commitment to their success and your professional expertise!
Download the complete guide here!
Check out ACAR’s consumer tab on our website here!
