Election Day is approaching, and The Advocacy Scoop is breaking down the 2026 midterm battlefield and the REALTOR® Party’s role in it. Shannon and Patrick look at the fight for Congress, the housing issues shaping campaigns, and why this election may look different from past wave years. Then, they go inside NAR’s bipartisan election operation—from RPAC and Opportunity Races to ballot measures and grassroots advocacy—and preview what the Advocacy team will be watching on election night.
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Your resource for all things Real Estate. Including Legal, Agent & Broker, and Property Rights Issues.
- Get the FactsCloseThe facts and latest news on NAR's policy updates. For REALTORS®, MLSs, brokers, buyers, and sellers.
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Whether you’re a new agent or an experienced broker you have access to a wide array of resources designed to help you succeed in today's market.
- NAR REALTOR Benefits®CloseBringing you savings and unique offers on products and services just for REALTORS®.
- DirectoriesCloseComplete listing of state and local associations, MLSs, members, and more.
- Become a MemberCloseAs a member, you are the voice for NAR – it is your association and it exists to help you succeed.
- Logos and Trademark RulesCloseOnly members of NAR can call themselves a REALTOR®. Learn how to properly use the logo and terms.
- Your Membership AccountCloseReview your membership preferences and Code of Ethics training status.
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Including home buying and selling, commercial, international, NAR member information, and technology. Use the data to improve your business through knowledge of the latest trends and statistics.- Highlights & NewsCloseGet the latest top line research, news, and popular reports.
- Housing StatisticsCloseNational, regional, and metro-market level housing statistics where data is available.
- Commercial ResearchCloseAnalysis of commercial market sectors and commercial-focused issues and trends.
- Research ReportsCloseResearch on a wide range of topics of interest to real estate practitioners.
- Presentation SlidesCloseAccess recent presentations from NAR economists and researchers.
- State & Metro Area DataCloseAffordability, economic, and buyer & seller profile data for areas in which you live and work.
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NAR is widely considered one of the most effective advocacy organizations in the country.- Federal AdvocacyCloseFrom its building located steps away from the U.S. Capitol, NAR advocates for you.
- REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC)ClosePromoting the election of pro-REALTOR® candidates across the United States.
- State & Local AdvocacyCloseResources to foster and harness the grassroots strength of the REALTOR® Party.
- Advocacy ImpactCloseHighlighting work to expand housing access and defend property rights.
- REALTOR® PartyCloseA powerful alliance working to protect and promote homeownership and property investment.
- Get InvolvedCloseNow more than ever, it is critical for REALTORS® across America to come together and speak with one voice.
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NAR and its affiliated Institutes, Societies, and Councils offer a wide selection of real estate training options.- Code of Ethics TrainingCloseFulfill your COE training requirement with free courses for new and existing members.
- Fair Housing TrainingCloseREALTORS® are required to complete Fair Housing every three years, coinciding with COE training.
- Real Estate Designations and CertificationsCloseIncrease your skills, proficiency, and knowledge to help boost your salary and client base.
- Continuing Education (CE)CloseMeet the continuing education (CE) requirement in state(s) where you hold a license.
- Online Real Estate CoursesCloseExplore certificate courses, leadership and business tools, and affiliate offerings.
- Library & ArchivesCloseOffering research services and thousands of print and digital resources.
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Stay current on industry issues with daily news from NAR. Network with other professionals, attend a seminar, and keep up with industry trends through events hosted by NAR.- NAR NewsroomCloseOfficial news releases from NAR.
- NewslettersCloseStay informed on the most important real estate business news and business specialty updates.
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The National Association of REALTORS® is an American trade association involved in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate.- Leadership & StaffCloseNational, state & local leadership, staff directories, leadership opportunities, and more.
- 2026-2028 NAR Strategic PlanCloseServing REALTORS® better and strengthening the association for long-term success.
- Governing DocumentsCloseCode of Ethics, NAR's Constitution & Bylaws, and model bylaws for state & local associations.
- Awards & GrantsCloseMember recognition and special funding, including the REALTORS® Relief Foundation.