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Manning up on LinkedIn: Does the social media platform favor masculine profiles?

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Can changing your gender on LinkedIn lead to a measurable increase in traffic and visibility? Rachael Hite set out to find out. Continue reading →

Why the FHFA’s latest move puts fair housing at risk

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If you’re someone who believes fair housing should mean fair housing for everyone, LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance President Tommie Wehrle writes, it’s time to get involved and lend your voice. Continue reading →

New report highlights growing anti-LGBTQ sentiments among agents

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The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance released its fifth annual report on Thursday, which highlighted the rise of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination from agents. Continue reading →

HUD and the FHFA are changing. Here’s everything you need to know

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Workforce cuts, the rescission of Fair Housing initiatives and COVID assistance, and multiple pathways for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are all under discussion at the federal housing agencies. Continue reading →

Real Talk: Thoughts and prayers for those fighting 10-5

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Has NAR leadership learned anything about consumers in the past 25 years? As they prepare to vote on changes, housing counselor Rachael Hite thinks they haven’t. Continue reading →

NAR President Kevin Sears: Hate speech change unrelated to Trump

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CEO Nykia Wright denied what she called a “rumor” that she had “dismantled DEI” and said Sunday at its midyear event that NAR has to “pick our bets” due to an anticipated membership drop to 1.2 million. Continue reading →

Fair housing is not a checkbox. It’s the heart of our industry

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Fair housing is not just about reacting to injustice anymore, LIBOR CEO Doreen Spagnuolo writes. It’s about proactively building a better future. Continue reading →

Fannie Mae lays off 100 workers citing unethical conduct

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Fannie Mae has confirmed the dismissal of over 100 employees in connection with a fraud scheme aimed at its charitable matching program. Continue reading →

Fannie Mae lays off 100 workers citing unethical conduct

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Fannie Mae has confirmed the dismissal of over 100 employees in connection with a fraud scheme aimed at its charitable matching program. Continue reading →

Federal judge saves HUD fair housing grants from DOGE cuts

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A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Department of Housing and Urban Development from canceling 78 Fair Housing Initiatives Program grants. The judge’s decision comes as Democratic congressmembers demand HUD edit its cost-cutting plans. Continue reading →