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R New York becomes 1st big brokerage to join NAR challenger

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With the addition, roughly 800 agents will boost the American Real Estate Association’s membership by nearly 30 percent to about 3,800 members. Continue reading →

NAR halts ‘presidential initiatives’ for next 2 years amid turmoil

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The trade group will not take on pet projects for the duration of NAR President Kevin Sears’ tenure, which is slated to last until November 2025, he told NAR’s Board of Directors Wednesday morning. Continue reading →

Umansky says industry is in ‘trouble’ as he debuts NAR rival

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The founder of The Agency is part of a team launching the American Real Estate Association as NAR continues to face criticism and legal trouble. Continue reading →

NAR president sidesteps palace intrigue in 1st address to members

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Newly installed NAR President Kevin Sears will remain in position for nearly two years after replacing Tracy Kasper on Monday. In a video to members he focused on legal challenges and core business. Continue reading →

Realtors fear damage to NAR brand beyond repair following Kasper exit

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Members already reeling from a series of accusations and leadership changes told Inman Tracy Kasper’s resignation as president after less than five months doesn’t bode well for NAR’s reputation. Continue reading →

James Dwiggins: NAR needs a top-down overhaul

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Ahead of Inman Connect New York this month, the NextHome CEO said NAR serves an important function, but needs a major fix to deal with challenges related to leadership and commission suits. Continue reading →

How well do you remember 2023’s biggest real estate stories?

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Scandals, lawsuits, technology and more dominated the headlines in what turned out to be one of real estate’s most eventful years in recent memory. Continue reading →

NAR hires new marketing and comms chief amid tumultuous year

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Suzanne Bouhia will shape NAR’s communication strategy as the organization deals with lawsuits, scandal and a harrowing year in real estate. Continue reading →

Stakes are incalculable for NAR as bombshell commission trial looms

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Next week’s long-anticipated Sitzer/Burnett commission trial is only the most immediate threat to real estate’s most powerful trade organization as it navigates a series of existential challenges. Continue reading →

Redfin bids ‘arrivederci’ to NAR. Who’s next? The Download

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Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman encouraged agents and brokers to leave NAR along with the company. Will they, and who else will join them? Continue reading →