Unfortunately, laws are not magic because those laws do not magically stop violations from occurring. In the best-case scenario, laws provide a possible remedy if there is proof of the violation and the violator is caught. Continue reading
In this podcast episode, broker, coach and author Dr. Lee Davenport talks to two real estate pros who are on the cutting edge of the intersection between technology and real estate. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
When we talk about fair housing, we primarily focus on its effect on buyers and sellers. Lee Davenport makes the case for why fair housing extends to the inclusion of underrepresented real estate pros. Continue reading
In this week’s edition of Real (Estate) Talk, Brandon Voss, president of The Black Swan Group, talks about the concept of fairness and what makes it so important in conversations and negotiations — especially in real estate. Continue reading
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 he… Continue reading
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 soci… Continue reading
Last summer, everyone was on the quest for equality, but where are we one year after George Floyd’s murder? Julia Lashay Israel, Keller Williams head of diversity, equity and inclusion, shares some initiatives she’s embracing. Continue reading
Acknowledgment is a much-needed first step — but it’s only the beginning. For people of color to experience a greater sense of equity, inclusion and justice in diversity work, these steps are vital to a sense of community wholeness. Continue reading
This year, the federal government has taken steps to recommit to fair housing, but what can be done locally? Here’s what this Wisconsin firm is doing to help would-be homebuyers overcome barriers to homeownership. Continue reading