Association News
Real estate associations support brokers in a number of ways, many of which take place behind the scenes. What’s happening at your local association? How are they serving their members? This monthly feature, penned by association leaders, offers the inside scoop on how associations small and large are helping to improve the industry.
“NAMB continues to lead the way in protecting mortgage brokers, as well as their businesses and the consumers they serve,” writes Chief Executive Director Valerie Sanders.
“Local associations are the gateway to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), but there are things of equal value that we provide,” writes NSBAR CEO Jeff Lasky.
NAR President Kevin Sears says the real estate industry is at a “pivotal moment.” Overall though, he’s optimistic about 2025.
Every month, Chicago Agent features a message from local or national association leaders. These were the most-read items in 2024.
Chicago Association of REALTORS® President Erika Villegas shares the ways she invests her time in order to refresh her knowledge — here’s how you can too.
NAGLREP Founder Jeff Berger reflects on how to implement “golden nuggets” to improve your business.
If men wondering how to get involved in the Women’s Council of REALTORS® Chicago, there will be many opportunities in the 2025 fiscal year.
Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS® is shortening its name to Mainstreet REALTORS®.
“Politicians should understand that the biggest concern for most Americans in this election season is the housing affordability crisis.”
“In order for Realtors to stay relevant … they must be engaged in continuing education, networking and community activism,” writes JJ Devore. That’s where YPNs come in.
“Buyer’s agents are not just facilitators; they are educators and advocates,” writes NAHREP President Nora Aguirre.
“Our advocacy efforts at the local, state and national levels is one of the most important benefits we have as Realtors,” writes Staci Slattery, the public policy coordinating committee chair for the Chicago Association of REALTORS®.
“Amidst this dynamic environment, belonging to your local real estate association emerges not only as a badge of honor, but also as a strategic imperative,” writes Sharon Halperin, association executive for the Oak Park Area Association of REALTORS®.
The National Association of Mortgage Brokers has been the voice of the mortgage industry since 1973.
“This moment also allows us to double down on a core value that underpins our code of ethics: transparency,” writes Tim Ryan is the president of the Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS®, reflecting on compensation changes.
New NAR president Tracy Kasper discusses the recent lawsuits against NAR before delving into a market forecast for 2024.