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The REACH Commercial program helps high-growth potential technology companies scale in and beyond the commercial real estate sector.
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A new NAR report examines the legality of marijuana in terms of medical only, legalized medical and recreational prior to or after 2016.
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NAR strives each day to ensure its 1.4 million members are leading this nation in the fight for fair housing.
April 15, 2021
Media Contact:
Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193![Upscale suburban neighborhood Upscale suburban neighborhood](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/upscale-suburban-neighborhood-GettyImages-499977643-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=CBQvwkYm)
The conversation will focus on the history and intersection of civil rights, real estate business, and public policy that has led to the current state of housing infrastructure in the U.S.
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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
Media Contact:
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
Media Contact:
Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193