Real estate was ahead of the curve in fighting discrimination
A recent initiative by professional sports organizations is seeking to do what Realtors have been doing for more than a year: Pledging to do more to create inclusive communities
by Ryan Weyandt Oct 30
Mark 2024 down in the books as the year WomanUP! roared
Opinion
WomanUP!, a women's leadership initiative of the California Association of Realtors, was on a whole other level this year, writes speaker and attendee Bernice Ross. Here's why
by Bernice Ross Jun 21
By-women, for-women: 3 resources to grow your wealth this summer
It's up to you to advocate for a fiscally fit future for yourself, senior housing advisor Rachael Hite writes. Here are 3 women-run resources to help guide you
by Rachael Hite Jun 21
womanup 2024
Since 2017, WomanUP! has been helping women in real estate come together to learn, share expertise and lift each other up. This year was no exception. Here are attendees' top takeaways
by Dani Vanderboegh Jun 18
Author, Engel & Völkers’ Martha Melendez reflects on her mom
Author, HGTV guest and Engel & Völkers’ Martha Melendez shares how her mother’s vision for her has shaped her life and led to her accomplishments
by Dani Vanderboegh May 12
Jennifer Berman was a godmother to million-dollar agents everywhere
The real estate industry is in mourning as it says goodbye to one of its most powerful and glamorous figures, DirectOffer Chief Operating Officer Jennifer Berman
by Bernice Ross Apr 4
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
Sherry Chris, Tami Bonnell, women leaders share top advice for 2024
Take some wisdom with you into 2024 from the last WomanUP! podcast of of the year. Trainer Bernice Ross shares the most important lessons and best advice from top leaders
by Bernice Ross Dec 20
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
Women make up 66% of NAR's membership. Is it serving you?
Opinion
As the National Association of Realtors doubles down to support bad behavior in its leadership, women see the organization's response as part of a larger problem endemic to the industry
by Bernice Ross Jul 3
WomanUP! 2023, WomanUP!, CAR
Opinion
Women gathered to share how to move forward in challenging times — together — at WomanUP! 2023. Here’s a splinter of the wisdom they shared and why it matters so much right now
by Dani Vanderboegh Jun 26
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
RentSpree formally launches women-first RENEW initiative
RentSpree's Real Estate Network of Empowered Women initiative will support, connect and empower women in all aspects of real estate
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 1