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. Continue reading

Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month is over, but the impact isn’t

AREAA President Jamie Tian offers insight into the organization’s efforts to fight barriers to homeownership and affordability. Continue reading

Getting loud about my heritage has shaped my life and career

Celebrate AAPI month with Atlanta team leader Amy Tep by taking the time to understand the many different types of people who are part of the AAPI community. Continue reading

AREAA takes fight against Florida foreign buyer ban to court

The Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) has escalated its fight against the State of Florida’s foreign buyer ban through a federal fair housing discrimination lawsuit filed Monday. This is the third lawsuit, and first federal suit, against… Continue reading

AREAA takes fight against Florida foreign buyer ban to court

The Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) has escalated its fight against the State of Florida’s foreign buyer ban through a federal fair housing discrimination lawsuit filed Monday. This is the third lawsuit, and first federal suit, against… Continue reading

As groups fight DEI, multicultural trade organizations hold the line

As many organizations pull back on their support for diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, Julia Lashay Israel writes that multicultural trade organizations are stepping in to promote professional development and homeownership for marginalized g… Continue reading

How the ‘Chinese property ban’ impacts the American dream

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. Continue reading

Jamie Tian tapped to lead Asian Real Estate Association of America

At 32, the RealiFi Realty co-founder and CEO is the youngest president in the organization’s history. Tian is a broker-owner in LA and was selected as a NAR ’30 under 30′ honoree in 2017. Continue reading

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. Continue reading

Property bans don’t just endanger Asian buyers — they harm agents

Current and pending laws nationwide represent an invitation for discrimination against the AANHPI community, Asian Real Estate Association of America President Kurt Nishimura writes. Continue reading