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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.
- MembershipProviding Membership Value
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.
- Research & StatisticsMarket Behavior
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.
- 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.
- Commercial ResearchCloseAnalysis of commercial market sectors and commercial-focused issues and trends.
- AdvocacyRepresenting Your Industry
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.
- 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.
- EducationAdvancing Your Career
NAR and its affiliated Institutes, Societies, and Councils offer a wide selection of real estate training options.- All NAR & Affiliate CoursesCloseContinuing education and specialty knowledge can help boost your salary and client base.
- Code of Ethics TrainingCloseFulfill your COE training requirement with free courses for new and existing members.
- Continuing Education (CE)CloseMeet the continuing education (CE) requirement in state(s) where you hold a license.
- Designations & CertificationsCloseAcknowledging experience and expertise in various real estate specialties, awarded by NAR and its affiliates.
- Library & ArchivesCloseOffering research services and thousands of print and digital resources.
- Commitment to Excellence (C2EX)CloseEmpowers REALTORS® to evaluate, enhance and showcase their highest levels of professionalism.
- NAR Academy at Columbia CollegeCloseAcademic opportunities for certificates, associates, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees.
- News & EventsNews & Events
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.
- About NARWho We Are
As America’s largest trade association, the National Association of REALTORS® is involved in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate.- Leadership & StaffCloseNational, state & local leadership, staff directories, leadership opportunities, and more.
- Strategic PlanCloseNAR’s operating values, long-term goals, and DEI strategic plan.
- 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.