NAR kicked off a six-part webinar series highlighting revitalization efforts in communities impacted by high numbers of vacant, abandoned, and deteriorated properties.
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Senate Banking Committee Ranking Member Pat Toomey on Monday formally unveiled his principles for ongoing housing finance reform conversations.
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Nearly all home buyers and sellers turned to an experienced agent to assist with the transaction.
March 16, 2021
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Quintin Simmons 202-383-1178![RPR® on a Laptop](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/rpr-rtrn-march-2021.png?itok=YlWFSyRe)
The completely redesigned RPR® site is cleaner, simpler, and offers users a more overall intuitive experience.
March 11, 2021
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Phoenix, Seattle, Nashville, Salt Lake City and Las Vegas join five other metropolitan areas among NAR's top 10 commercial real estate markets. NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun predicts commercial real estate market–after undergoing challenging conditions last year–will improve in 2021 due to the steady improvements in the overall U.S. economy.
March 10, 2021
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Troy Green 202-383-1042![Marcia Fudge](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/marcia-fudge-1200w-800h.jpg?itok=2dkhhKxQ)
"Secretary Fudge recognizes the critical role HUD programs play in preserving the American Dream and ensuring everyone in this country has access to a safe, affordable home," said 2021 NAR President Charlie Oppler.
March 10, 2021
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Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193![Australia on a globe Australia on a globe](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/australia-on-a-globe-GettyImages-115865644-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=V3X4waNB)
REACH Australia is a growth technology accelerator program helping launch companies into the real estate, financial services, banking, home services and insurance industries throughout Australia and Southeast Asia.
March 3, 2021
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The legislation would ensure sexual orientation and gender identity are included as prohibited bases for discrimination under the Fair Housing Act.
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Walt will be remembered for his kindness, as well as his long-time dedication to organized real estate. Our deepest sympathies go to his friends and family.
February 19, 2021
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Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193