Don't let equity fall through the cracks as 'we' rebuild NAR
Opinion
Amid massive leadership challenges, trainer and DEI expert Dr. Lee Davenport takes a deeper look at the 'we' in NAR's 'That's who we R' slogan and what it means to be a Realtor right now
by Lee Davenport Sep 8
WATCH: Housing in the post-affirmative action environment
Opinion
Will the partial elimination of affirmative action in elite college admissions eventually impact representation, access and opportunity in the real estate industry?
by Lee Davenport Aug 3
Let's help legacy property owners fight unfair development
Opinion
There's a desperate need for more housing inventory in the country, but that doesn't give developers unlimited rights
by Lee Davenport Jul 13
This LGBTQ+ advocate has a message for agents
Erin Morrison, LGBTQ Alliance 2023 president, shares the growing fears among the LGBTQ+ community, where RPACs and the code of ethics come in, and how to be an ally
by Dani Vanderboegh Jun 23
Will chatbots make housing discrimination worse?
New artificial intelligence technology can recommend real estate listings based on neighborhoods' ethnic makeup. Experts are worried about the tech's potential for discrimination
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 20
WATCH: Taking action with 'Color of Law' author Richard Rothstein
Opinion
Dr. Lee Davenport interviews New York Times best-selling author Richard Rothstein, author of 'The Color of Law,' along with Leah Rothstein, his co-author on the new 'Just Action'
by Lee Davenport Jun 19
LISTEN: One commercial agent's journey from being ignored to becoming Georgia CCIM President
Opinion
Find out how 2022 CCIM President Kenisha Robnett went from industry outsider to leader in this podcast episode with host Lee Davenport
by Lee Davenport Sep 20
Real (Estate) Talk: Is this overzealous charity work or rightful amends by NAR?
Opinion
Historical inequities in the real estate industry created harm, and we have a collective responsibility to make it right, or at least better
by Lee Davenport Aug 9
How to be a fair housing 'decoder'
Real estate agents have an ethical and fiduciary responsibility to promote fairness in the way their clients and others are treated. Asking questions and supporting clients are key elements in becoming an active advocate for fair housing in your market
by Lee Davenport Jul 4
It's National Homeownership Month. Here's how you can address un-fair housing
Opinion
Un-fair housing is an impediment to homeownership. Without fair access and opportunity to buy a home in this land of the free, homeownership likely feels to those denied like a nightmare, not the American dream
by Lee Davenport Jun 6
Get your team invested in fair housing: Real (Estate) Talk
Opinion
Fair housing doesn't have to be about violations, shame and punishment. Here are a few ways to use positive reinforcement, like awards, to create a renewed sense of celebration as well as better outcomes all around
by Lee Davenport Mar 22
Real (estate) talk: making history as a Black woman
Black History Month is an extra special time to give extra special attention to Black excellence in the real estate industry
by Lee Davenport Feb 9
How the industry still struggles to treat everyone's money fairly: Real (Estate) Talk
Opinion
As we approach MLK Day 2022, it's time to explore the ways the housing industry struggles with both consumers and agents being superficially and unfairly judged by their skin color and race — as well as remedies in the works
by Lee Davenport Jan 14
Are love letters so bad? Real estate attorney weighs in: Real (Estate) Talk
Unfortunately, not every seller works with an agent who is committed to fair housing beyond the logo on flyers. To that point, Oregon has been a trailblazer in banning love letters. Should other states follow? Closing attorney Mehrnush Saadat shares her thoughts
by Lee Davenport Oct 21
Real (Estate) Talk: How 'Women in Real Estate' are thriving on Clubhouse
Are you ready to harness the power of Clubhouse for your business? Here, Brittany Rose, entrepreneur, Realtor and community connector shares how she built a 54,200-follower Clubhouse community for women in real estate and how you can monetize your social media connections
by Lee Davenport Sep 17