Author: NAWRB
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First Lady Melania Trump and State Department Honor Courageous Women
Earlier today, First Lady Melania Trump and Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas A. Shannon honored incredible women from around the world with the 2017 Secretary of State’s International Women of Courage Award. The award annually “recognizes women around the globe who have demonstrated exceptional courage and leadership in advocating for peace, justice,…
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Nominate and Inspirational Woman Leader
She deserves recognition; do your part and nominate an inspirational woman leader you know.
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Even When an Obese Person Loses Weight, Health Problems Could Persist Due to Epigenetics
When an obese person loses weight, he or she immediately starts to feel better. Blood pressure improves, cholesterol levels diminish and energy levels rise. Because that person is no longer obese, the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, as well as liver, colon and breast cancers and other diseases linked to obesity, diminishes, right? That…
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Introducing Women’s Homeownership Series: Rachel
Rachel, a single mother living in Hayward, California, enjoys spending time with her son, seeing friends, going to the movies and imagining her dream home. Her weekday morning routine consists of waking up at 6:30 a.m. to pack lunches, dropping Sam off at preschool by 7:30 a.m. and driving 15 minutes north to her job…
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What’s the SCORE?
Last month you read about all the fantastic resources available to you through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and its resource partners, including SCORE. This month we delve deeper into how SCORE assists entrepreneurs like you in starting and growing business enterprises every day all across the country. Started in 1964, SCORE (Service Corps…
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Constance Freedman Talks to NAWRB about NAR’s REach Program
Constance Freedman took some time out of her extraordinarily busy schedule to talk to us about Second City Ventures and REach. REach is NAR’s program to hand-pick technology startup companies that can provide value to the Real Estate Industry, and help them grow and integrate with the industry. The Second Century Ventures Fund (SCV) is…
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Who is Afraid of the Big Reit?
Let’s start with REITs. REITs, or real estate investment trusts, are often referred to as “real estate stock.” REITs are corporate entities that own a portfolio of properties and/or mortgage loans. Anyone can buy shares in a publicly traded REIT, and they are an attractive option for investors, since they offer the benefits of property…
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Running Guide
Proper Running Technique Try not to overstride. When you lengthen your legs out too far in front of you while running, you can injure yourself. Instead, run in a way that feels comfortable for you. Try to land in the middle of your foot as opposed to on your heel or toe. This helps to…
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Business Climate for Women: NAWRB’s Recap of the 2014 NWBC Annual Report
The National Women’s Business Council (NWBC) independently advises the President, Congress and the U.S. Small Business Administration regarding economic matters that relate to women business owners. The Council seeks to improve conditions for women business owners and is the only independent voice for women entrepreneurs. The NWBC has released its Annual Report for 2014. NAWRB…
