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LGBT Americans want to own homes, fear discrimination

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Homeownership rates for LGBT Americans lag behind those of the broader population. A new report suggests fears of discrimination may be contributing to that difference. Continue reading →

Coldwell Banker to waive franchise fees in bid to boost diversity

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A new program will allow real estate professionals who identify as minorities, LGBT, women or military veterans to start Coldwell Banker franchises without paying the normal franchise fee. Continue reading →

Coldwell Banker to waive franchise fees in bid to boost diversity

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A new program will allow real estate professionals who identify as minorities, LGBT, women or military veterans to start Coldwell Banker franchises without paying the normal franchise fee. Continue reading →

Edie Windsor’s ‘Wild and Precious Life’

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In 2013, the United States took a major step forward in the fight for marriage equality, thanks in large part to the determination — and courage — of the late Edie Windsor. The New York City-based octogenarian was the lead plaintiff in a landmark Supre… Continue reading →

What to do when bad behavior threatens to tarnish your brand

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How do you respond when a real estate agent’s language or behavior reflects on the brand you’ve built your career on? Cape Coral RE/MAX agent James Warren shares how he handled a recent incident involving RE/MAX agents from a Fort Myers brokerage offic… Continue reading →

Georgia agents top National Association of Gay and Lesbian Real Estate Professionals list

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Blair Myers and Shirley Gary earned more individual sides than any other NAGLREP member in 2018, according to the organization. Continue reading →

5 things to remember when working with LGBT clients

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Homeownership rates among LGBTs are only at 49 percent compared to the overall 64 percent. To get to a point of equality, the Realtor community will need to continue to be inclusionary and welcoming. Here are some helpful hints when working with LGBT c… Continue reading →

Why 2019 will be a big year for the LGBT community and real estate

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As NAGLREP joined NAR last year in commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, together we repeatedly pointed out a missing piece — protecting LGBTs. Continue reading →

Realogy throws support behind LGBT housing protection bill

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John Peyton, president and CEO of Realogy’s Franchise Group, announced his parent company’s support of the Fair and Equal Housing Act, a bill up for consideration by Congress that is designed to prevent anti-LGBT housing discrimination nationwide.  Continue reading →