How HUD’s English-only policy undermines fair housing

Realtors cannot stand idly by in the face of discriminatory housing policies, coach Darryl Davis writes. It’s time to fight for the homeownership rights of non-English-speaking clients and neighbors. Continue reading

How HUD’s English-only policy undermines fair housing

Realtors cannot stand idly by in the face of discriminatory housing policies, coach Darryl Davis writes. It’s time to fight for the homeownership rights of non-English-speaking clients and neighbors. Continue reading

The Grok meltdown: Cautionary AI lessons for every agent

Human judgment isn’t optional when you’re working with AI tools, trainer Bernice Ross writes. It’s essential for understanding how they can go wrong, so you can protect your brand. Continue reading

Realtor vs. real estate agent: Why the difference matters

For consumers navigating a home sale and professionals building a career, Long Island Board of Realtors CEO Doreen Spagnuolo writes, it’s essential to understand who’s representing your interests. Continue reading

Is Zillow skating dangerously close to thin ice?

Team leader Carl Medford writes that Zillow’s brokerage license and algorithmic pricing suggestions could be setting it up for a legal showdown that threatens its entire business model. Continue reading

NAR speech policy change could shift disciplinary burden to brokers

Real estate affinity groups and inclusion leaders told Inman that by shifting potential liability away from local and state Realtor groups, brokerages will now be expected to rule on certain ethics complaints. Continue reading

Court denies CFPB’s request to vacate fair lending settlement

Judge declines to reopen case and vacate settlement with Chicago mortgage broker Townstone Financial, calling the request “a Pandora’s box the court refuses to open.” Continue reading

Get all caught up on NAR midyear: The Download

Get all caught up on the National Association of Realtors Legislative Meetings, including Thursday’s votes on the no-commingling and hate speech policies. Continue reading

New report highlights growing anti-LGBTQ sentiments among agents

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

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