As the plaintiff in Obergefell v. Hodges, Jim Obergefell sought to honor the memory of his late husband. The result was a sweeping Supreme Court decision that made marriage equality law. Today, he continues his advocacy and is running for the Ohio Hous… Continue reading
According to Ryan Weyandt, CEO of The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance, we are experiencing “a midterm exam for humanity.” Find out how the industry can do a better job of working with LGBTQ+ colleagues and serving all clients. Continue reading
The CEO of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance looks back on the progress made for LGBTQ+ homebuyers and renters in 2021, and the work that still lies ahead. Continue reading
Just this month, the U.S. Census Bureau announced it would ask respondents their sexual orientation and gender identity when conducting its Household Pulse Survey. Here’s what the latest report revealed. Continue reading
Launched as a six-market tour, The Alliance Certified Ally program is a mix of virtual and in-person training sessions that bring the LGBTQ+ community and ally real estate pros together. Here are common themes, questions and lessons learned. Continue reading
Study after study has confirmed that people who bring alternative perspectives, experiences, and skill sets to a business enable it to excel, identifying needs and solving issues that their peers didn’t notice or didn’t know how to address. Continue reading
Pride Month is a great time for all of our industry to join with us and become allies in the community, while making sure LGBTQ+ homebuyers have the same housing opportunities as everyone else. Continue reading
Some NAR members balked at approving a case interpretation that specifically says a preacher speaking to his congregants would be in violation of the Realtor Code of Ethics. Continue reading
White Realtors’ median gross personal income last year was $49,400 while the median for Black Realtors was $16,700. Continue reading
With the Equality Act, the LGBTQ+ community would have anti-discrimination protections during the homeownership journey. Here’s how it can make a difference in the equal and fair treatment of LGBTQ+ buyers and sellers. Continue reading