As corporate DEI is scaled back, real estate needs to double down
Opinion
New Inman contributor Anita Legacy Blue, president of the 2024 LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance, writes that despite a move away from corporate DEI, real estate can't afford to move backward
by Anita Blue Mar 13
As groups fight DEI, multicultural trade organizations hold the line
Julia Lashay Israel writes that multicultural trade organizations are stepping in to promote professional development and homeownership for marginalized groups
How 'Stop Hate in Real Estate' can empower agents and clients
LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance Past-President Erin Morrison shares a new initiative to help Realtors come together and speak out against bias, discrimination and hate from a vocal minority
by Erin Morrison Jan 31
How the 'Chinese property ban' impacts the American dream
Opinion
Newly appointed AREAA President and broker-owner Jamie Tian offers her personal perspective on the legislation and the groups that are joining together to combat hate in real estate
by Jamie Tian Nov 8
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
LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance touts 'Stop Hate in Real Estate' initiative
The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance is partnering with the California Association of Realtors, AREAA and NAHREP to combat real estate discrimination against homebuyers from diverse communities
by Marian McPherson Sep 27
Top-producing LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance members earned $8.53B
The 3rd annual Top Producers list honors 388 agents and team leaders who raked in $8.53B in 2023 alone, reflecting the growing influence of LGBTQ+ agents in the industry, the Alliance says
by Marian McPherson Sep 20
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
'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
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
Survey details 'growing suffering' for LGBTQ+ buyers, sellers
LGBTQ+ real estate professionals explain the impact of more than 320 anti-LGBTQ laws on LGBTQ homeownership and housing rights, in the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance's 3rd annual survey
by Marian McPherson May 10
Texas RPACs are backing anti-LGBTQ+ candidates. Get angry
Opinion
Realtors, through local, regional and state RPACs, are providing financial support for elected officials who support anti-LGBTQ+ bills. Here's what you can do
by Ryan Weyandt Apr 19
LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance takes 'Article 10 Rule' campaign to Texas
In the wake of increasing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in Texas, the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance has called Texas Realtors and TREPAC to evaluate political candidates' credibility
by Marian McPherson Apr 12
Tis' better to give: 12 real estate-related causes to support this year
In the midst of the holiday rush, make a little time to give back. Here are 12 real estate-related charities and causes to support before 2022 wraps up
by Marian McPherson Dec 19
President Biden signs the Respect for Marriage Act into law
The act codifies same-sex and interracial marriage rights and ensures same-sex couples' marriages would be federally recognized if the Supreme Court overturns Obergefell
by Marian McPherson Dec 14