DATES TO REMEMBER
- July 18 APEX Training (In-Person at GAD Institute)
- July 18-20 GAD Institute (Detroit, MI)
- July 28 APEX Virtual Training at 1 PM (ET)
- Aug 11 APEX Virtual Training at 1 PM (ET)
- Aug 24-25 New AE/GAD Advocacy Orientation (Washington, DC)
- Aug 31 NAR NXT Early Bird Registration Ends
- Aug 31 GAD Advisory Group Application Closes
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
2023 – 2024 GAD Advisory Group Application Open Are you interested in serving on the GAD Advisory Group? The REALTOR® organization’s strength comes from the commitment of our volunteers, and the AG is no exception. Deadline to apply is August 31, 2023. Questions? Contact Jami Sims (202-383-1221). Save the Date: New AE/GAD Advocacy Orientation August 24 – 25 | Washington, D.C. Registration will open July 18. Learn more here. Questions? Contact Jami Sims (202-383-1221). GADs Give Back GADs Give Back is an initiative that began in 2018 to give back to the host community for the GAD Institute; this year, we’ve chosen the Coalition on Temporary Shelter (COTS). Consider donating today! COTS provides housing and support to nearly 1,000 people daily. Programs include family-only emergency shelter for families; supportive housing with assistance for addiction, disability, or illness; affordable housing; and children’s services such as learning labs to support academic success, drop-in childcare to help working parents, and child development services for families experiencing homelessness. To learn more about COTS, visit cotsdetroit.org.RESOURCES
Grant Money Still Available for Consumer Advocacy With the Consumer Advocacy Outreach grant, your association can apply for up to $25,000 to engage with consumers in your community and advocate for public policy issues that impact homeownership and property rights. Read how the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® and Texas REALTORS® used the grant. The Consumer Advocacy Outreach Advisory Board hears requests on the first Tuesday of each month at 3pm EST. Questions? Contact Erin Murphy (202-383-1079).RPAC FUNDRAISING
RPAC Major Investor Recognition Deadlines Make sure you and your members are recognized as RPAC Major Investors by the October and December deadlines! Click here for all dates and important details. These are HARD deadlines to submit RPAC investments to the NAR Finance Office. For questions about RPAC transmittal deadlines, contact Jackie Zaporowski (202-383-1029) or Debbie Frey (312-329-8565). Save the Date: RPAC Major Investor Reception The RPAC Major Investor Reception will be held Wednesday, November 15 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm during NAR NXT, The REALTOR® Experience. We will be at Knott’s Berry Farm this year! Please keep in mind, the deadline to have Major Investor funds processed to be invited to this event is Wednesday, October 25. We hope to see you and your fellow 2023 Major Investors there! Questions? Contact Jackie Zaporowski (202-383-1029).COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Discover the Latest NAR Survey on Walkable Communities and Advocate for Smart Growth! New national poll of 2,000 adults shows strong demand for walkable communities post-pandemic. Results indicate higher satisfaction among residents, with over 30% of Gen Z and Millennials willing to pay more to live in a walkable community. Additionally, 53% of respondents prefer attached dwellings for easy access to shops and restaurants. Access materials including a customizable press release and assets to communicate details to members or to help advocate for a range of housing types, open space, and walkable neighborhoods. Questions? Contact Hugh Morris (202-383-1278). New Community Outreach Video Highlights Miami REALTORS® Housing Affordability Initiative With the help of a Community Outreach Grant, the Miami REALTORS® built a container home protype made from two repurposed cargo shipping containers to study and advocate for regulatory changes to reduce barriers to housing affordability. Learn how they cut red tape by permitting the use of nonconforming lots, creating an expedited review process, enabling container homes for Accessory Dwelling Units, and reducing overall housing costs. Click here to watch the video. REALTOR® Party Success Stories – July Each month, stories highlighting state and local associations who achieved an advocacy win using a REALTOR® Party grant or resource are highlighted in the REALTOR® Party Success Stories. Success stories created in July include:- Midland Board of REALTORS® Supports Economic Productivity Analysis with REALTOR® Party Smart Growth Grant
- Neighboring West Coast Associations Use Issues Mobilization Grant to Create ‘Smart Coast California’ Initiative
- Knoxville Area Association of REALTORS® Defeats Detrimental Zoning Proposals with Trifecta of REALTOR® Party Resources
NAR RESEARCH
Long-distance Movers: Why Did They Move and How? Why are homeowners moving, how did they search for their new homes, and how did they ultimately purchase their homes? By: Jessica Lautz | jlautz@nar.realtor | 202-383-1155 Built-for-Rent is a Growing Market Segment Single-family homes built to rent can give renters a yard for a pet and room for a home office or a new baby while they save for a down payment. By: Jessica Lautz | jlautz@nar.realtor | 202-383-1155 NEW: The Research Update Report Keeps You Informed on the Latest Housing Indicators Strengthen your knowledge of real estate trends with the latest housing market data and economic information in a new, accessible NAR report. By: Meredith Dunn | mdunn@nar.realtor | 202-383-1207UPCOMING NAR EVENTS
Save the Date: New AE/GAD Advocacy Orientation August 24 – 25 | Washington, D.C. Questions? Contact Jami Sims (202-383-1221). NAR NXT, The REALTOR® Experience & Governance Meetings November 12 – 17 | Anaheim, California Click here for more information about registration and pricing; early bird registration ends August 31. Save the Date: 2024 REALTOR® Party Training Conference November 30 – December 2 | St. Louis, MissouriJosh Dix GAD Chair Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS®

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