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WATCH: How to overcome bias and discrimination in real estate

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Discrimination in real estate is a problem that is not going away, Valerie Alexander, CEO of Speak Happiness, pointed out at Inman Connect New York 2020. Continue reading →

WATCH: How to overcome bias and discrimination in real estate

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Discrimination in real estate is a problem that is not going away, Valerie Alexander, CEO of Speak Happiness, pointed out at Inman Connect New York 2020. Continue reading →

Newsday investigative team challenges agents to wield their power

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The team behind the three-year Long Island housing discrimination investigation revealed behind the scenes information while challenging agents to fight segregation. Continue reading →

JLL, Century 21 among top real estate firms on Forbes diversity list

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A handful of well-known real estate firms have landed on Forbes’ 2020 list of best employers for diversity, with JLL and Century 21 taking the top spots among companies in the property business. Continue reading →

The industry needs to demand more of fair housing education for agents

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NAR needs to be the driver of better fair housing education, demanding local associations educate their members in a meaningful fashion. Continue reading →

Newsday deputy editor calls housing discrimination, bias widespread

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Veteran journalist Keith Herbert was a member of the team that discovered widespread racial discrimination at play in the real estate industry on Long Island, New York. Continue reading →

Inman Person of the Year 2019: The Ethical Agent

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This year, Inman honors a much-needed figure in an industry still struggling with issues such as discrimination. Continue reading →

A NAR name change, retirements and a big IPO: My 2020 predictions

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For Compass, the National Association of Realtors, MoxiWorks and Realogy, 2020 will be a rollercoaster ride. Continue reading →

What steering is and how to avoid it

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In light of the explosive “Newsday” article, here is a look at what steering is, why it’s critical to fully understand it and how to avoid it both personally and for your brokerage. Continue reading →

How to be an ethical agent in an age of rampant housing discrimination

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In the wake of the “Newsday” findings, Realtor leadership has shown that change won’t come from the top down. It’s up to individuals to make change. Here are some simple steps to help you break through the barriers that exist in all markets. Continue reading →