Proposed NAR hate speech changes advance to board vote
NAR's Professional Standards Committee on Tuesday moved to make the Realtor Code of Ethics applicable only to real estate-related activities. The board of directors will take a vote on Thursday
NAR President Kevin Sears: Hate speech change unrelated to Trump
CEO Nykia Wright denied what she called a 'rumor' that she had 'dismantled DEI' and said Sunday at its midyear event that NAR has to 'pick our bets' due to an expected membership drop to 1.2M
4 long-term benefits of ethical real estate leadership
Proven systems and trustworthy leadership make all the difference in building a brokerage to be proud of, The Agency's Rainy Hake Austin writes
by Rainy Hake Austin Feb 19
8 actionable ways to guide real estate clients with integrity
When clients know they can trust you, coach Darryl Davis writes, referrals flow, relationships deepen and reputations grow
by Darryl Davis Jan 28
Robert Reffkin, compass, compass ceo
Opinion
In challenging the National Association of Realtors' Clear Cooperation Policy, Robert Reffkin writes, Realtors are upholding their highest moral, ethical and legal duties to serve clients
by Robert Reffkin Sep 20
8 non-negotiables for business ethics in 2024
Discover the key principles of business ethics with Chris Pollinger. Learn how integrity, transparency and ethical decision-making elevate your career and build lasting relationships
by Chris Pollinger Sep 5
NAR board of directors votes to keep membership dues at $156
The trade group had signaled plans to raise dues in 2025, but during a board of directors meeting Thursday at the Realtors Legislative Meetings voted 894-20 to leave them as-is for another year
negative review, bad, reputation,
Your reputation precedes you in every meeting, showing and negotiation, writes coach Darryl Davis. Every interaction either enforces it or enhances it. Protect it fiercely, and nurture it carefully
by Darryl Davis Mar 9
NAR directors confront power shift as executive committee steps up
At a Friday board meeting, a member of NAR's board of directors predicted 'less authority' in 2024 as the embattled trade group's growing Executive Committee shoulders more responsibility
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 20
Redlining, steering, misogyny and fear: How the industry lost its way
Opinion
'Our original mission was to provide shelter and security to our communities,' writes Teri Conrad, a 16-year industry vet. 'But somewhere along the way, we got lost in pursuing wealth and power'
by Teri Conrad Aug 29
Agents: Kenny Parcell's resignation is the 'beginning' of fixing NAR
Agents and industry leaders said National Association of Realtors President Kenny Parcell's resignation is the first step in making the organization safer for female employees and members
'TenDashFive' Instagram account declares war on agent hate speech
The real estate broker behind the provocative new account spoke to Inman on the condition of anonymity about his campaign to pressure NAR to enforce its own anti-hate speech policies
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 14
2 Tampa Realtors directors resign amid ethics probe of president
Greater Tampa Realtors informed 15,000-plus members Tuesday that its president, Jay Quigley, had represented its CEO in a home purchase but wouldn't reveal the outcome of its investigation
by Andrea V. Brambila Jun 29
Anywhere, JLL hold onto 'World's Most Ethical Companies' honors
Business ethics firm Ethisphere released its 2023 rankings on Tuesday, which honored four real estate brands including Anywhere, CBRE Group, JLL and Thailand-based DTGO
by Marian McPherson Mar 22
Tal Alexander censured by REBNY following ethics complaint
REBNY found Alexander guilty of deliberately interfering with Barbara Fox's broker-client relationships and interactions in a 2021 transaction at an Upper East Side condo