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Rental Assistance Part of New Relief Measure

Monitor of camera filming "That's Who We R" campaign ad

NAR's newest "That's Who We R" ad campaign emphasizes the positive impact Realtors® have on their clients and the communities they serve.

The National Association of Realtors® applauded HUD's announcement that it will enforce the Fair Housing Act to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

Eighty-eight percent of the metros followed (161 areas) saw double-digit price increases.

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January/February 2021: Standing Strong

Friday, Feb 26

Some Buyers Bring an Interior Designer Along in House Shopping

Home shoppers are interested in more upfront guidance about the renovation potential of properties.

Friday, Feb 26

Retirees Seeking Homes Need Help Navigating Areas With Short-Term Rental Bans

Remind clients to check with planning departments and homeowners associations about local regulations.

Friday, Feb 26

‘Spillover Markets’ Catch a Wave With Buyers

Consumers seeking lower housing prices are looking farther from central metro areas. View realtor.com®’s list of the hottest housing markets.

Friday, Feb 26

Homeowners Are Now Eligible for Up to 18 Months of Forbearance

The FHFA announces another extension for pandemic mortgage relief for loans backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Friday, Feb 26

Mortgage Rates Rise But Stay Near Historic Lows

While the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage inched closer to 3% this week, NAR forecasts that an expected slow increase in rates in 2021 “should not be alarming to would-be home buyers.”

Thursday, Feb 25

NAR: It’s Time to Pass the Equality Act

The association applauds the House for advancing a bill to the Senate that would extend fair housing and other protections to LGBTQ Americans.

Blogs From NAR

Read posts and commentary from NAR experts on technology, staging, placemaking, and real estate trends.

Technology's Role in Real Estate's New Normal

November 19, 2020

5G Set to Reshape Real Estate in the Years Ahead

November 18, 2020

Tech Leaders Discuss the Impact of A.I. on Real Estate

November 18, 2020

Technology & Doing Business During the Pandemic

November 17, 2020

Emerging Technology

Culture Scan

Spaces to Places

Styled, Staged & Sold

Economists' Outlook

Washington Report

Covering legislative and regulatory policy activities from NAR's Advocacy Group policy staff.

Senate Hearing on COVID-19 Mainstreet Impact

The hearing examined the impact of COVID-19 and health and safety restrictions caused by it on small businesses.

Treasury Provides Rent Relief Guidelines

The updated FAQs for states and municipalities reflect the Administration’s guidelines for structuring Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Programs.

SBA Administrator Nomination Moves Ahead

The Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship voted on the nomination of Isabel Guzman to be Administrator of the SBA.

NAR President Meets with FHFA Director

NAR thanked the FHFA Director for hearing REALTORS' concerns regarding changes to FHFA condo rules, forebearance issues, and the FHFA's capital rule.

USPAP Extended for One Year

The 2020-2021 Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) will now be effective until December 31, 2022.

Biden Administration Announces PPP Updates

The biggest change to the program begins on Wednesday, February 24. Find out more.

NAR Responds to FRB's Community Reinvestment Act Query

NAR responded to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors' (FRB) Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to modernize the Community Reinvestment Act.

NAR Speaks to White House on Eviction Moratorium

NAR participated in a housing provider coalition call with the White House to discuss the CDC eviction moratorium and rental assistance challenges.

NAR Urges Support for Commercial Real Estate

NAR has asked Congress for continued support for the SBA's Paycheck Protection Program and to reconsider the Main Street Lending Facility.

DOL Independent Contractor Rule Paused for Review

The Department of Labor will delay the effective date of the rule to May 7, 2021, which is 60 days beyond its original effective date.