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There’s no other grassroots organization in the country that can mobilize like REALTORS®. We saw the power of our unmatched operation in action as a government shutdown loomed at the end of September – and with it, the potential for a devastating lapse of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Read more about how REALTOR® advocacy helped avert a shutdown, including through a rare nationwide call for action, and the work ahead of us as we face another deadline in November.

In This Issue: April is Fair Housing Month: Learn about available resources. NAR seeks clarity on home buyer access to mortgage credit and urges the VA to revise a policy that disadvantages VA buyers. DOL’s worker classification rule takes effect; NAR continues to protect REALTORS®' ability to be classified as independent contractors. NAR testifies before Congress on dire lack of housing inventory. Chicago voters defeat transfer tax proposal after advocacy blitz.

New Year New Resolve, By The Numbers, Success Stories, and More

New Year New Resolve, By The Numbers, Success Stories, and More

Housing supply is the number one issue for millions of consumers who are locked out of the market. NAR has been on the front lines for the past two years advocating for affordable housing – and spurring legislative and executive action. Read more about President Leslie Rouda Smith’s recent White House meeting to discuss solutions to the nation's housing supply and affordability crisis.

New AE/GAD Orientation: March 31 & April 1 Twice a year, NAR holds a two-day orientation at our DC office for new AEs and GADs. This training highlights opportunities for state and local REALTOR® associations to engage in community and consumer outreach, legislative and political advocacy, RPAC, campaign services, and research. It also provides valuable information on creating successful REALTOR® Party advocacy and outreach efforts for your association. Registration is now open and limited to 35 attendees on a first come, first served basis. Questions? Contact Jim MacGregor. Federal Resources White House Creates Guide to Help States & Localities Access...

It was great to see so many of you at C5 last month. Some 500 brokers, industry professionals, and economic development experts joined us at the nation’s premier commercial real estate event in New York.

In This Issue… REALTORS® Legislative Meetings Dates & Deadlines Advocacy Resources NAR’s Economic Outlook REALTORS® Legislative Meetings 2020 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings Highlights for GADs Below are a few meetings for government affairs director to attend and/or highlight for your members during the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings. State & Local GAD Breakout Sessions PRE-REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY May 4, 12:00 – 2:00 PM CT This will be an opportunity for GADs to share with each other about the hot issues they are facing within their respective association levels. The virtual sessions will be held between several Zoom Rooms and participants will need to pre-register...

Using a Level 3 Housing Opportunity Grant, the Florida REALTORS® created an inspiring video to convince state legislators to fund Florida's Affordable Housing Trust Funds at the maximum levels. The association's Senior Public Policy Representative can't watch it without getting choked up.