REALTOR®-Led Initiatives Turning Barriers into Doorways

Date: June 2, 2026
Time: 2pm-3pm ET

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Join the National Association of REALTORS® for a focused, solutions-driven webinar showcasing how REALTORS® are expanding access to homeownership nationwide. This session highlights how national advocacy, local leadership and targeted resources come together to turn barriers into real pathways. Participants will leave with practical examples and actionable strategies to leverage grants, partnerships and advocacy to drive impact in their own communities

Speakers:

  • Judy Covington, NAR Housing Issues Liaison
  • Amy Peterson, Chair, NAR Housing Opportunities Committee
  • Alexia Smokler, Director, Fair Housing Policy and Programs, NAR
  • Elayne Weiss, NAR Senior Policy Representative, Federal Housing, NAR
  • Laurie Benner, Manager, Community Development Advocacy Resources,NAR
  • Lisa May, Director, Advocacy and Public Policy, Maryland REALTORS®
  • Jami McMillian, Vice President, Advocacy, Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS®

June is National Homeownership Month, when we raise awareness about the benefits of owning a home and the importance of making homeownership more attainable for all Americans.

Every family deserves to have the opportunity to reap the benefits of homeownership—from building generational wealth to building memories for years to come. Members of the National Association of REALTORS® help consumers navigate the homeownership experience, providing critical support and serving as a trusted advisor through one of the biggest financial decisions of their lifetime.

What NAR Is Doing To Increase Homeownership Opportunities

Learn about the bipartisan solutions NAR is advocating for to address housing supply and affordability constraints and increase homeownership opportunities in America.

NAR Research on Homeownership Trends

Check out reports produced by NAR’s skilled economists on real estate and homeownership trends.

Homeownership Month Resources

Discover tools, grants, events, creative assets, and more that show how REALTORS® and associations can help more people achieve their dream of homeownership.

Webinar: REALTOR®-Led Initiatives Turning Barriers into Doorways

Date: June 2, 2026
Time: 2pm ET
Register

Homeownership Month Resources

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Check out our resources page for toolkits, roadmaps to navigate housing supply challenges, grants information, and much more to help you commemorate Homeownership Month.