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You Answered Our Survey and We Listened

A member who answered the recent HAR International survey wrote “Buyers and agents do not always know or search for  Puerto Rico as a U.S. territory. Puerto Rico needs to be offered as an ‘International Country’ also. This would increase the interest in Puerto Rico.” The HAR International Advisory Group, along with the HAR Board of Directors and the MLS Advisory Group, agreed... 

Spotlight on China

This is the fourth and final article in a series on the BRIC countries, Brazil, Russia, India and China. Please submit suggestions for future international articles to lori@har.com. For centuries, China has been a leading civilization in the arts and sciences. But in the 19th and early 20th centuries, the country was beset by civil unrest, major famines and foreign occupation. More current history... 

HAR International Wants Your Input!

International real estate buyers are considering Houston more than ever before for investment properties as well as to purchase primary and second homes. HAR wants to be your No. 1 resource for global real estate information. In order for us to design effective educational courses and networking opportunities, we would like to know about your international transactions. All data gathered will be kept... 

Residential Real Estate in India: a General View and the Differences Compared to the U.S.

This is the third article in a series to acquaint globally minded readers with the four economies of the BRIC. BRIC is an acronym for the economies of Brazil, Russia, India and China combined. The general consensus is that the term was first prominently used in a Goldman Sachs report from 2003, which speculated that by 2050, these four economies would be wealthier than most of the current major economic... 

The Russians Are on the Move in Real Estate

By Bill Gottfried This is the second article in a series to acquaint globally minded readers with the four economies of the BRIC. BRIC is an acronym for the economies of Brazil, Russia, India and China combined. The general consensus is that the term was first prominently used in a Goldman Sachs report from 2003, which speculated that by 2050 these four economies would be wealthier than most of the... 

Do You Have Inbound Investors from the BRIC?

This is the first in a series to acquaint globally minded readers with the four economies of the BRIC. BRIC is an acronym for the economies of Brazil, Russia, India and China combined. The general consensus is that the term was first prominently used in a Goldman Sachs report from 2003, which speculated that by 2050 these four economies would be wealthier than most of the current major economic powers.... 

A New Year for the HAR International Advisory Group

As we begin a new year filled with activities, events, and opportunities designed for HAR International REALTOR® members, our focus as an advisory group is to enhance and add value to their worldwide transactions and provide the benefits of thinking globally and working locally. As we look ahead, we hope to stay actively involved with the City of Houston, The World Affairs Council, The Greater Houston... 

Houston Association of REALTORS®’ International Advisory Group Goes Platinum

The Houston Association of REALTORS®’ (HAR) International Advisory Group has been named a Platinum Council in the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) 2011 Global Business Council Achievement Program. The prestigious designation recognizes the HAR International Advisory Group for promoting global and multicultural real estate business opportunities throughout the Houston market. “Your... 

HAR International Goes Platinum in 2011

2011 Global Business Council Achievement Program Results The Houston Association of REALTORS® International Advisory Group is one of only four recipients of the 2011 NAR Global Business Council Achievement Program Platinum Award. Among the nearly 90 global business councils nationwide, HAR International was one of four organizations selected for the Platinum Award. HAR demonstrated exceptional commitment... 

Risk Reduction: International Business Factors Affecting Your Local Markets

Designed for real estate professionals who have international clients and customers who buy or sell real estate in the U.S., this program trains agents and brokers on legal issues such as the Patriot Act, interstate commerce laws, reporting and withholding requirements, and more. Avoid risk and take advantage of expanding international business opportunities and understand how U.S. regulations impact... 
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