Calling all startups: NAR's tech accelerator is taking applications
The National Association of Realtors' venture capital arm Second Century Ventures runs REACH, which debuted in 2012 and has invested in more than 200 startups over the years
WATCH: Boomers, Gen X and millennials championing inclusion in real estate leadership
In this video, the historic 2022 president of the Atlanta Realtors Association, Karen Hatcher, shares just some of the organizations and individuals that have shaped her
by Lee Davenport Dec 5
Local association's revenue bump funds national ad campaign
Broward, Palm Beaches and St. Lucie Realtors' 'Only a Realtor' commercials are a 'local contribution to creating a national movement,' the association says
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 30
NAR shuts down bid to end no-commingling rule, Zillow reveals
Zillow Senior Director of Broker Operations Matt Hendricks said the portal petitioned NAR to stop allowing MLSs to ban brokers from displaying MLS listings with non-MLS listings online
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 23
Ocusell launches with goal to heal MLS, tech vendor relationships
Software intends to reduce the long burdensome and unpredictable business rules and dated, stringent input regulations required by most MLSs for brokers to interact with them
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 22
NAR passes proposals to encourage MLS data sharing statewide
Aiming to compete with search portals, NAR will create a toolkit with resources, best practices and case studies that MLSs will be able to use if they choose to share listing data within a state
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 18
NAR leaders must undergo sexual harassment, diversity training
The trade group's board of directors also passed policies on nepotism and on a process for removing National Association of Realtors officers
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 17
NAR's new president to spearhead Realtor brand roadshow
A key initiative for the trade group's 2023 President Kenny Parcell is a 'member activation tour' that will stop or host events in every U.S. state over the next year
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 16
NAR votes to end use of the term 'handicap' in Realtor Code of Ethics
The highest governing bodies of the National Association of Realtors have amended the Realtor Code of Ethics to replace references to 'handicap,' considered offensive by many, with 'disability'
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 14
NAR incentives plan for MLSs, local Realtors goes back to drawing board
On Monday, the National Association of Realtors' board approved every proposal except one that would have created a program to incentivize local associations and Realtor-affiliated MLSs
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 14
Tropical Storm Nicole plunges NAR conference guests into uncertainty
As Nicole carves its path, likely thousands of Realtors have had flights canceled and are unable to reschedule, waiting to see if their reservations hold or exploring travel alternatives
What to watch for at NAR's annual conference this week
NAR NXT in Orlando will feature sessions on fair housing, politics, market forecasts, MLS data-sharing and a proposed update to the Realtor Code of Ethics, among other topics
NAHREP's 10 Disciplines help Hispanic Realtors develop wealth
Opinion
Learn how the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) and its 10 Disciplines help Hispanic Realtors develop a path to personal wealth and optimal influence
Level up! Grow your skills with these designations and certifications
Opinion
If you are looking to niche down your business and learn to be an expert, there is a designation or certification out there to help support your education
by Rachael Hite Oct 21
NYC real estate commissions are all over the map: Consumer watchdog
In a report on Wednesday, the Consumer Federation of America found the median commissions listing agents offered to buyer agents ranged from 1% in parts of Brooklyn to 3% in Manhattan
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 20
California Association of Realtors apologizes for racist past policies
'The Association was wrong.' The trade group says it's taking 'bold action' to address the legacy of discrimination that continues to impact access to housing today
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 20