What’s next for fair housing in an anti-DEI era?
Protecting fair housing must be a non-negotiable part of building a more inclusive and equitable future, Color of Money podcast host Julia Lashay Israel writes
Real estate was ahead of the curve in fighting discrimination
A recent initiative by professional sports organizations is seeking to do what Realtors have been doing for more than a year: Pledging to do more to create inclusive communities
by Ryan Weyandt Oct 30
Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month is over, but the impact isn't
AREAA President Jamie Tian offers insight into the organization's efforts to fight barriers to homeownership and affordability
by Jamie Tian May 30
Getting loud about my heritage has shaped my life and career
Celebrate AAPI month with Atlanta team leader Amy Tep by taking the time to understand the many different types of people who are part of the AAPI community
by Amy Tep May 13
AREAA takes fight against Florida foreign buyer ban to court
The Asian Real Estate Association of America has filed suit against the State of Florida over Senate Bill 264, a controversial bill aimed at restricting foreign buyers' housing rights
by Marian McPherson May 6
As groups fight DEI, multicultural trade organizations hold the line
Julia Lashay Israel writes that multicultural trade organizations are stepping in to promote professional development and homeownership for marginalized groups
How the 'Chinese property ban' impacts the American dream
Opinion
Newly appointed AREAA President and broker-owner Jamie Tian offers her personal perspective on the legislation and the groups that are joining together to combat hate in real estate
by Jamie Tian Nov 8
Jamie Tian tapped to lead Asian Real Estate Association of America
At 32, the RealiFi Realty co-founder and CEO is the youngest president in the organization's history. Tian is a broker-owner in LA and was selected as a NAR '30 under 30' honoree in 2017
by Marian McPherson Nov 6
Diversity, equity and inclusion confusion: Equality isn't favoritism
Opinion
People often fear operating within equity and equality means selecting individuals solely based on that, broker Zak Shellhammer explains, but equity and equality are not about favoritism
by Zak Shellhammer Oct 19
LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance touts 'Stop Hate in Real Estate' initiative
The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance is partnering with the California Association of Realtors, AREAA and NAHREP to combat real estate discrimination against homebuyers from diverse communities
by Marian McPherson Sep 27
Property bans don't just endanger Asian buyers — they harm agents
Opinion
Current and pending laws nationwide represent an invitation for discrimination against the AANHPI community, Asian Real Estate Association of America President Kurt Nishimura writes
by Kurt Nishimura Jul 18
How activism (and real estate) are uniting AAPI communities
Opinion
The changing demographics of our nation require the real estate industry to continue to learn and welcome all people in our changing American population
by Tim Hur Jul 8
Don't stay silent! Confront the scourge of Asian hate
Opinion
Members of the AAPI community are carrying an undue burden in their quest to build financial wealth through homeownership. As members of the real estate community, it is our job to support homeownership for all
by Tim Hur May 31
As hate crimes rose, 70% of Asian buyers moved to safer areas in 2020
Discrimination, mortgage readiness and affordability continue to be significant hurdles for Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, according to new report released Wednesday
by Marian McPherson May 12