Keller Williams isn't slowing down on inclusion: Natalie Davis
Newly minted Keller Williams Head of Community Growth Natalie Davis talks about diversity and how childlike curiosity is key to maintaining an inclusive brokerage culture
by Marian McPherson May 16
Fair housing is not a checkbox. It’s the heart of our industry
Opinion
Fair housing is not just about reacting to injustice anymore, LIBOR CEO Doreen Spagnuolo writes. It's about proactively building a better future
by Doreen Spagnuolo Apr 23
FHFA gutting Fannie, Freddie minority homeownership programs
Flood of orders published without explanation on social media target programs and practices designed to boost lending in minority communities, protect borrowers from deceptive practices
by Matt Carter Mar 26
Trump administration lifts FHA appraisal bias protections
Lenders are no longer under orders to keep a sharper lookout for appraisal bias or have a process for helping borrowers who suspect appraisal bias to ask for a 'reconsideration of value'
by Matt Carter Mar 21
6 steps for cultivating a culture of inclusion that agents want to join
Creating a workplace where all feel valued, welcomed and respected is vital to organizational success, Keller Williams' Julia Lashay Israel writes, and it doesn’t just happen overnight
How diversity can enhance your growth and enrich your business
Diversity is the way of the future, writes The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky. Here, he unpacks the advantages of intentionally building a diverse team for your clients, your agents and your business
by Mauricio Umansky May 9
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
Pushback on DEI progress ignores the business case for diversity
Opinion
Recent legal decisions have cast doubt on the value of DEI initiatives. Keller Williams Head of Inclusion and Belonging Julia Lashay Israel outlines why they're more impactful than ever
This Black History Month, evaluate your culture's inclusiveness
Learn about the core pillars of an inclusive culture and how you can leverage them as components to take your brokerage to the top
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
Open up your open house! 5 tips for ensuring everyone has access
Make your open houses inclusive, Amanda Deering advises, so you can welcome potential buyers with disabilities and ensure they have access to potential new homes. Here's where to start
by Amanda Deering Oct 31
How to become an inclusive Realtor: NAR certifications, designations, resources
Not sure how to grow your knowledge and familiarize yourself with contemporary perspectives? These courses are a great place to start
by Christy Murdock Feb 16
How to move the needle on Black representation in real estate
Opinion
If we are going to make inroads on the diversity front, the status quo needs to change. It is everyone's responsibility to make that happen
by Shad Bogany Feb 15
How agents can be allies to the LGBTQ+ community
Opinion
Launched as a 6-market tour, The Alliance Certified Ally program is a mix of virtual and in-person training sessions that bring the LGBTQ+ community and ally real estate pros together. Here are common themes, questions and lessons learned
by Ryan Weyandt Aug 2