Chris Kelly on taking the reins at HomeServices, Compass chatter
Kelly is diving into his role as HomeServices' CEO at a challenging time, but he told Inman he's ready to get to work. He dished on private listings, Zillow and those Compass acquisition rumors
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 24
NAR's culture of excess: How lavish leadership perks betray members
Opinion
Coach Darryl Davis calls for NAR to change its policies on volunteer compensation in light of the organization's need to restore integrity and rebuild trust with its members
by Darryl Davis Dec 16
NAR perks and lavish spending spotlight of New York Times report
Volunteer National Association of Realtors' leaders received perks and payment that lawyers say could run afoul of US tax laws, according to an investigation by the Times published on Monday
by Taylor Anderson Nov 18
NAR votes on settlement funding, DOJ help for MLSs, campaign rules
NAR's board of directors and Executive Committee voted on a slew of proposals at NXT on Monday. But it was 1 involving NAR's counterpart to the north that drew the most discussion
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 12
Cover up, circle the wagons, pounce on critics: NAR's MO
Opinion
The arcane volunteer structure at the National Association of Realtors prevents proactive decision-making and erodes individual accountability, Brad Inman writes
by Brad Inman Aug 30
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
NAR's new president to spearhead Realtor brand roadshow
A key initiative for the trade group's 2023 President Kenny Parcell is a 'member activation tour' that will stop or host events in every U.S. state over the next year
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 16
Tropical Storm Nicole plunges NAR conference guests into uncertainty
As Nicole carves its path, likely thousands of Realtors have had flights canceled and are unable to reschedule, waiting to see if their reservations hold or exploring travel alternatives
What to watch for at NAR's annual conference this week
NAR NXT in Orlando will feature sessions on fair housing, politics, market forecasts, MLS data-sharing and a proposed update to the Realtor Code of Ethics, among other topics
LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance calls on RPAC to adopt 'Article 10 Rule'
In the wake of Florida Realtors' support of anti-LGBTQ Gov. Ron DeSantis, the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance has called on NAR and RPAC to evaluate political candidates' credibility
by Marian McPherson Sep 23
Realtor associations gave nearly 21% more to charity in 2021
NAR report highlights donations and volunteer hours to community nonprofits and Realtor associations. In 2021, Realtor associations donated a median of $12,070 to community nonprofits
by Andrea V. Brambila Sep 20
LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance blasts NAR for supporting Anti-LGBTQ candidates
In a 3-page letter on Wednesday the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance called out the Realtor Political Action Committee for supporting anti-LGBTQ candidates as NAR lobbies for LGBTQ rights
by Marian McPherson Jun 30
Ukrainian Realtors appeal to NAR: 'I beg you not to forget my country'
Trade group raises more than $20K in three hours for Ukraine relief, on top of $100K in donations from Second Century Ventures and Louisiana Realtors
by Andrea V. Brambila May 10
Cryptocurrency dollar bill Benjamin Franklin
A presidential advisory group of Realtors and staff will probe the impact of digital money in the real estate industry, with a potential eye toward completely digitizing the transaction process
NAR ad campaign stresses difference between Realtors, agents
The campaign rollout includes TV and radio commercials emphasizing that Realtors work 'at a higher standard' than agents who are not Realtors