NAR won’t use lobbying chops for ‘legislative fix’ to commission suits

At a forum for reps of 50 large brokerage firms, The Realty Alliance CEO Craig Cheatham asked why the nearly 1.6 million-member trade group can’t use its political influence for an “existential threat.” Continue reading

What to watch for at NAR’s annual conference this week

NAR NXT in Orlando will feature sessions on fair housing, politics, market forecasts, MLS data-sharing and a proposed update to the Realtor Code of Ethics, among other topics. Continue reading

Compass CEO Robert Reffkin calls on Congress to provide aid to agents

Robert Reffkin argued coronavirus aid shouldn’t be limited to W2 workers. The National Association of Realtors has also said it is working to ensure aid packages benefit to agents. Continue reading

Flood insurance freeze halts thousands of US home sales

The Federal Emergency Management Agency ruled Thursday it will not approve new or renew existing flood insurance plans during the government shutdown. Continue reading

NAR restructures, launches emerging tech team

The trade group, which has more than 1.3 million members, says staffing changes to its advocacy, marketing communications, member experience and technology groups will also bolster its lobbying efforts and better communication to its members. Continue reading