Realtors must uphold professional ethics. Discrimination harms us all 

The real estate industry prides itself on professionalism and ethical conduct. When it comes to LGBTQ+ clients and colleagues, broker Justin Ziegler writes, it’s time to put words into action. Continue reading

Parents, families and allies of LGBTQ+ kids, it’s time to step up

Mary Mancera, Interim CEO of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance, shares thoughts on advocacy and homeownership as Pride Month approaches. Continue reading

Ideal clients only: 5 steps for finding your true calling (and niche)

Don’t fall into the “be everything to everyone” trap, Debra Trappen writes. Instead, attract your dream clients, fuel your passions and experience fulfillment by discovering your true niche. Continue reading

We all need to care about the LGBTQ+ community

Like all Americans, LGBTQ+ people deserve the right to thrive — not just exist, broker and community advocate Jamie Zapata writes. Continue reading

This Pride Month, show up for LGBTQ+ friends and colleagues

Anita Legacy Blue, president of the 2024 LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance, writes that Pride Month presents an opportunity for the community and allies to support each other. Continue reading

How ‘Stop Hate in Real Estate’ can empower agents and clients

LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance Past-President Erin Morrison shares a new initiative to help real estate professionals come together and speak out against bias, discrimination and hate from a vocal minority. Continue reading

Transgender Day of Remembrance is a time for authenticity

For transgender real estate professional Jamie Zapata, leading with authenticity in both life and business is the only way to thrive. Continue reading

More than ‘support’: How to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion

Real estate leaders have an important responsibility to help create a world without obstacles to homeownership. Allies who actively engage in and promote diversity, equity and inclusion can help be a force for change.  Continue reading

I’m a real estate agent. You can’t tell me what to wear on the job

Why is it that in 2023 our culture is still determined to enforce dated and ridiculous dress code stereotypes? Trainer Rachael Hite says that brokers need to focus more on providing great customer service to consumers and better training for agents an… Continue reading

Homebuyers/sellers wanting to live in legal abortion states spikes to 19%

As different states’ laws on sensitive subjects like abortion rights and gender-affirming care for children have changed in the last year, consumers take a harder stance this year on where they consider living based on political views, a new Redfin sur… Continue reading