GADFly Newsletter – November 2026

In This Issue

🗳️ FPC Nominations & GAD Leadership: Submit FPC nominations by November 24 and learn about the December 2 special election for GAD Vice Chair.
🏛️ ROAD to Housing Act: Join the December 2 All-GAD Call to explore state and local implementation opportunities for 2027.
🏆 Year-End Advocacy & RPAC Deadlines: Wrap up President’s Cup activities, RPAC transmittals and Advocacy Everywhere applications before December deadlines.
🏘️ Community Development Opportunities: Explore Transforming Neighborhoods applications opening December 1 and upcoming CDA grants training.
📣 Advocacy News & Resources: Catch the latest regulatory updates, post-election analysis, REALTOR® Party success stories and housing research.

Key Dates

Nov 9: FPC Nominations Open for 120th Congress
Nov 17: Vice Chair Statement of Interest Due
Nov 24: FPC Nominations Due for 120th Congress
Dec 1: Transforming Neighborhoods Applications Open
Dec 2: All GAD Call, 3 PM ET
Dec 2: GAD Vice Chair Special Election
Dec 8: Community Development Advocacy Grants Webinar
Dec 16: State & Individual Year End RPAC Transmittal Deadline
Dec 16: State & Local President’s Cup Deadline
Dec 18: Advocacy Everywhere Applications Close for 2026

Top Takeaways

FPC Nominations Open Now!

The FPC Nomination System is now open for the 120th Congress! State associations can begin submitting nominations and managing FPC assignments through the system. The deadline to submit nominations is Tuesday, November 24, 2026.

FPC Nomination System Training & Resources: Access the training recording, presentation, and additional system information through the State AE Hub or GAD Hub.

Submit FPC Nominations

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Special GAD Vice Chair Election!

Interested in taking on a leadership role with GAD Nation?

With Jeff Ledford (GA) stepping into the role of GAD Chair, we’re holding a special election for the Local GAD Vice Chair position during our December 2 All-GAD Call!

Key Dates:

November 17: Statements of Interest due, including signed support from your Association Executive (AE)/CEO.
December 2: Special election during the All-GAD Call at 3:00 p.m. ET.

The newly elected Vice Chair will take office immediately and serve through July 31, 2027.

Interested in serving? Visit the GAD Hub for full details on eligibility, responsibilities, and how to submit your Statement of Interest: (Login Required)

Road to the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

Join us on December 2, 3 PM ET for a conversation with Elayne Weiss and Drew Myers to dive into next steps for state and local implementation and how your association can be involved.

Visit road.realtor for more information

🏆President’s Cup: One Month to Go!

With a month left before the deadline, make sure you have submitted and have been credited for your advocacy and RPAC work for the year.

👉 View the Latest President’s Cup Reports

Training and Events

All-GAD Call | December 2, 3 PM ET

Topic: ROAD Implementation in 2027 and Special Election for GAD Vice Chair
Speakers: Elayne Weiss, Senior Policy Advisor for Federal Financing and Housing, and Drew Myers, State and Local Policy Representative, NAR

Missed a call/meeting? Recaps and recordings are posted in the GAD Hub.

Register Here

Office Hour Sign Ups

Compliance Corner

Corporate Sponsorships for RPAC Events

Under federal election law, corporate sponsorships are not permitted for RPAC events, as they are considered impermissible corporate contributions.

An exception applies to sponsorships from corporate affiliate members. Corporate affiliate members may sponsor RPAC events and may provide items for an auction as well.

REALTOR® members and individual affiliate members may also sponsor RPAC events. Sponsorships can be tricky and specifics of the event matter so please do not hesitate to reach out with questions.

Questions? Contact Darby Thorne, Director of Political Compliance.

Compliance Corner is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice on any matter.

2026 RPAC Transmittal Deadlines

For year-end recognition

Checks mailed by 12/24
E-transfers by 12/12
Received by NAR 12/16

👉 View the full transmittal calendar.

Hall of Fame Nominations Open

Nominations for the RPAC Hall of Fame Class of 2026 are open.

Investments received by 12/31/26
Staff request lifetime giving history by 1/20/27
Nominations submitted by 1/31/27

👉Submit your nominations today!
👉Lifetime Giving History request

Regulatory & Policy Updates

NAR Washington Report

👉Read all Washington Report stories

Resources and Research

Housing Partnerships That Move Communities Forward

Explore how REALTORS® and community partners are addressing zoning, infrastructure and financing barriers in the Fall 2026 issue of On Common Ground. Find examples and insights to inform your local advocacy, plus a Digital Distribution Toolkit with graphics and copy to share with members, elected officials and community leaders. Read the issue.

Transforming Neighborhoods: Applications Open December 1

Turn vacant properties and struggling downtowns into opportunities through NAR’s Transforming Neighborhoods program which connects REALTOR® associations with the CRE® Consulting Corps for expert analysis and practical recommendations.

In Greensburg, PA, the assessment helped advance parking requirement reforms, zoning code updates and a developer workshop. Preview the application opening December 1, 2026.

Watch the webinar or contact Christine Windle to explore your community’s potential.

From Ideas to Impact: NAR’s CDA Grants and Resources
December 8 | 2 PM ET

Prepare for 2027 with the latest on NAR’s Community Development Advocacy grants and resources. Explore what’s new, what’s funded, and how grants and resources can advance your association’s advocacy, education and engagement. Learn how to pair programs to drive change in your community change. Register today.

Questions? Contact Laurie Benner and Alex Haddad.

Advocacy Everywhere: Upcoming Holiday Closures & Planning Ahead

As we approach the holidays and prepare for the 2027 legislative sessions, please note the following Advocacy Everywhere application deadlines and closures:

Thanksgiving: Applications close Tuesday, November 24, at Noon ET and reopen Monday, November 30.
Year-End: Applications close Friday, December 18, at Noon ET and reopen Monday, January 4, 2027.

Please plan ahead! If you anticipate needing a Call for Action or other Advocacy Everywhere support during these periods or immediately following reopening, we encourage you to submit your requests as early as possible to allow time for review, preparation and scheduling.

Thank you for helping us keep advocacy efforts moving smoothly through the holiday season!

Real Estate and Economic Outlook, Dr. Lawrence Yun.

November 6, 2026: Home sales are at historic lows while prices keep rising, and it looks at mortgage rates, affordability, rising inventory, weak consumer confidence and long-term housing demand.

Research quick links

The Votes Are In. What’s Next?

What do the election results mean for real estate and NAR advocacy? Taped live from NXT™, Shannon and Patrick discuss how REALTOR® Party champions fared, which new leaders are emerging, and what the results mean for NAR’s relationships and policy priorities following a banner year of advocacy wins.

Listen Now

REALTOR® Party Success Stories

Each month, state and local associations that achieved an advocacy win with the help of a REALTOR® Party grant or resources are highlighted in the REALTOR® Party Success Stories. Read the latest success stories here:

Want to be featured in a future edition? Share your advocacy wins!

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