NAR board approves hate speech policy changes in decisive vote
The changes, which are effective immediately, remove references to hate speech, add a definition of harassment, and make the policy no longer applicable to all of a Realtor's activities
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
How will NAR handle the hate speech hot potato? The Download
The National Association of Realtors will tackle the topic at its midyear Legislative Meetings next week, even after a Texas speech bill targeting NAR and other groups died abruptly on Wednesday
by Christy Murdock May 30
Texas takes aim at NAR on hate speech: The Download
As the Texas legislature moves to undermine NAR's Code of Ethics, it's time to think about your messaging moving forward
by Christy Murdock May 3
Former Century 21 agent under fire for 'I hope Trump deports you' note
Former Century 21 agent Stephanie Lovins is under fire after allegedly writing, 'I hope Trump deports you' on a restaurant receipt after growing angry over a coupon, according to reports
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 5
NAR's speech code was enacted to protect Realtors. Why kill it now?
Opinion
After the election, Rob Hahn called for repealing NAR’s speech ethics code on his popular blog. Trainer Rachael Hite argues that now is the time to double down on 10-5 to protect all consumers
by Rachael Hite Nov 18
Keep 'em separated. Why personal beliefs and Code of Ethics don't mix
Opinion
Leigh Brown's application to run for NAR's upcoming  First VP position was rejected due to her social media activity. With eyes everywhere, this is a real lesson for all agents to learn from
by Rachael Hite Oct 18
Compass agent says she was axed for speaking out at school board
California-based agent Janet Roberson told Inman a Compass team leader dismissed her after her controversial testimony at a school board meeting in April
by Marian McPherson Aug 22
You can do more than write about hate speech
Opinion
If you think a member of the National Association of Realtors has done something unethical as outlined in the Code of Ethics, please file a complaint
by Teresa Boardman Jul 25
Who will enforce Standard of Practice 10-5? The Download
This week: How the anonymous online Realtor TenDashFive is holding fellow Realtors accountable for hate speech
by Christy Murdock Jul 22
'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
NAR files motion to dismiss Missoula LGBTQ hate speech case
The National Association of Realtors has asked a Montana District Court to dismiss Realtor and pastor Brandon Huber's suit against the association for alleged religious discrimination
by Marian McPherson Feb 11
'Is the Bible hate speech?' NAR hate speech provision faces first big test
Realtor Brandon Huber is under fire for pulling his church's support of a food bank during Pride Month. Now, the Missoula Organization of Realtors has to determine if it's religious freedom or hate speech
by Marian McPherson Dec 2
5 ways NAR's annual conference changed the future of real estate
The trade group changed real estate listings nationwide, made buyer agent compensation more transparent, declared a divisive symbol discriminatory and turned the gender divide on its head
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 19