An Open Letter To NAR Members: Be The Change You’re Looking For

An Open Letter To NAR Members: Be The Change You’re Looking For

This past week, I attended the NAR Influencer Summit — though I’ll admit, I almost didn’t go. My speaking schedule made it difficult, and given my history of publicly calling out NAR’s... Read more »
Elderly Financial Abuse by Family Members: Key Warning Signs and How to Stop It

Elderly Financial Abuse by Family Members: Key Warning Signs and How to Stop It

Elderly financial abuse by family members can devastate your loved one’s finances. Acting quickly is essential to protect their resources and peace of mind. When most people think of elder abuse, physical... Read more »
‘Members Only: Palm Beach’ Star Taja Abitbol Reveals the Ultimate Symbol of Wealth in a Home

‘Members Only: Palm Beach’ Star Taja Abitbol Reveals the Ultimate Symbol of Wealth in a Home

“Members Only: Palm Beach” star Taja Abitbol is a well-heeled member of an elite social circle where money always talks. Yet, when it comes to the ultimate sign of a person’s privilege,... Read more »
Elderly Financial Abuse by Family Members: Key Warning Signs and How to Stop It

Elderly Financial Abuse by Family Members: Key Warning Signs and How to Stop It

Elderly financial abuse by family members can devastate your loved one’s finances. Acting quickly is essential to protect their resources and peace of mind. When most people think of elder abuse, physical... Read more »
‘Members Only: Palm Beach’ Star Hilary Musser Grants Access to Palm Beach Mansion With Direct View of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago

‘Members Only: Palm Beach’ Star Hilary Musser Grants Access to Palm Beach Mansion With Direct View of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago

“Members Only: Palm Beach” star Hilary Musser is a real estate designer, developer, and broker who builds and sells luxury waterfront homes in South Florida, including her own West Palm Beach abode... Read more »
Despite everything, NAR hasn’t lost many members (and its budget reflects that)

Despite everything, NAR hasn’t lost many members (and its budget reflects that)

The headlines might suggest that National Association of Realtors (NAR) members are struggling to find common ground on many issues. But any hint of division was nowhere to be seen during Monday... Read more »
NAR alternative now has 3,800 members 

NAR alternative now has 3,800 members 

R New York, a brokerage boasting approximately 800 agents, has joined the American Real Estate Association, an alternative to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), according to The Real Deal.  The American... Read more »
NAR alternative now has 3,800 members 

Federal agency members voice support for new CRA rules 

Federal Reserve vice chair for supervision Michael Barr said that the CRA rules were put in place in 1977 as part of a series of laws written in a way that permits... Read more »
Council of MLSs welcomes new board members

Council of MLSs welcomes new board members

The Council of Multiple Listing Services announced its new board of director members for 2024 on Tuesday. The MLS trade group said the new directors will assume their roles starting Jan. 1,... Read more »
Fannie Mae Selling Guide update prohibits family members’ job offers in transactions

Fannie Mae Selling Guide update prohibits family members’ job offers in transactions

The newly-updated Fannie Mae November Selling Guide now bars job offers or contracts for future employment from family members or interested parties involved in a transaction. “We revised our policy to make... Read more »