Fri.Sep 11, 2020

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The 2020 CMI 25 in Pictures

MeetingsNet

A sampling of how the leading independent planning companies execute every sort of event, from user conferences to exotic incentives. The 2020 CMI 25 list is out, with profiles of the 25 largest independent meeting planning companies serving the corporate market in North America. Company pages include their latest developments, business-volume stats, executive listings, and photos—a valuable resource for any organization looking for an experienced planning partner for in-person or hybrid events.

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Home Prices Up 13%, Biggest Increase Since 2013

Redfin

Buyers seem undeterred, as pending sales soar 28% and a 9% increase in new listings brings little relief. Key housing market takeaways for 434 U.S. metro areas during the 4-week period ending September 6: Median home sale price increased 13% from 2019 to $319,178—the highest on record. The 13% year-over-year increase was the largest since October 2013.

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Our Favorite Fall Trends | The Just Right! DM Team

Just Right Destination Management

Our Favorite Fall Trends | Just Right! Destination Management. OUR FAVORITE FALL TRENDS. We love this time of year when we get to see all the wonderful fall trends in events! Nothing brings visions of coziness quiet like fall. Chunky knit sweaters, warm apple cider, fireside bonding on cool nights, and, of course, the rainbow of changing leaves. These elements add an extra touch of warmth to fall events!

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Complete the 2020 Incentive Travel Industry Index

FICP

A joint initiative of Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP), Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) and Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE), the Incentive Travel.

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COVID-19 Travel Consumer Sentiment Study

TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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iBuyer Activity Ground to a Halt in the Second Quarter, With Market Share Plummeting to 0.1%

Redfin

iBuyers purchased the fewest homes in more than three years last quarter as the coronavirus pandemic put business on pause. But the market is now making a comeback, with iBuyers seeing a rebound in demand—and even bidding wars—from homeowners who are in search of quick cash and a safe way to sell during the pandemic. The nation’s top iBuyers bought 880 homes in the second quarter, or 0.1% of homes that sold across the 418 U.S. metros tracked by Redfin, as they slowly reopened after suspending bu

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5 Cool Lofts for Sale Right Now

Redfin

Is there anything cooler than living in a loft? Sure, we love townhouses and condos, but ‘loft’ has a certain ring to it. A loft generally has high ceilings, an open floor plan, and large windows topped off with an upper level bedroom or lounge area. You’ll typically find lofts in large cities built from former industrial buildings or built with an industrial vibe.