Every month, Chicago Agent features a message from local or national association leaders. These were the most-read Association News items in 2024.

1. A mantra for longevity in real estate: You can’t make everyone happy — you’re not pizza

A message from National Association of Gay & Lesbian Real Estate Professionals Founder Jeff Berger.

2. The importance of advocacy and using your voice as a Realtor

Staci Slattery, Public Policy Coordinating Committee chair for the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, discusses local advocacy.

3. The National Association of Mortgage Brokers celebrates 50 years

NAMB President Valerie Saunders celebrates the association’s milestone.

4. Buyer’s agents play a vital role in growing homeownership

NAHREP President Nora Aguirre emphasizes the importance of representing first-time homebuyers.

5. What is a man’s role in a women’s real estate council?

WCR Chicago Preisdent Linda Hattar and President-Elect Keisha Williams acknowledge the men who support their organization.