NAR will use new research to shape policy positions in effort to boost minority homeownership.
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A new report examines the elements of home staging, the role of television programing, and the expectations of buyers.
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While a lack of inventory and rising prices continue to limit opportunities for homeownership – especially for younger Americans and minority populations – policies that support nationwide housing affordability are now more important than ever.
March 31, 2021
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Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193![Young professional woman in a gray suit talking to a client Young professional woman in a gray suit talking to a client](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/young-professional-woman-in-gray-suit-talking-to-a-client-GettyImages-675003168-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=zG2XhMdW)
The report examines why NAR members entered real estate, the skills most important for success, the typical number of transactions, sales volume and income. It also analyzes differences by gender, race, sexual orientation and real estate specialty – residential, commercial or both.
March 30, 2021
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Troy Green 202-383-1042![House with flooded front yard House with flooded front yard](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/house-with-flooded-front-yard-GettyImages-155384211-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=2eo84dEI)
NAR is encouraged by NFIP's effort to produce more equitable flood insurance rates for more than 5 million policyholders across the country.
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NAR is committed to continuing its work alongside the Asian Real Estate Association of America to build more inclusive communities.
March 19, 2021
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NAR kicked off a six-part webinar series highlighting revitalization efforts in communities impacted by high numbers of vacant, abandoned, and deteriorated properties.
March 18, 2021
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Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193![Freddie Mac building Freddie Mac building](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/freddie-mac-building-GettyImages-86156139-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=k8CdOIA7)
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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Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193