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Welcome to the NAREB Media Center, your gateway to the latest news, insights, and resources. Explore our official blog, "NAREB Press," for in-depth articles and expert opinions on the most critical issues shaping the real estate industry and fair housing landscape. Catch our informative videos on our YouTube channel, showcasing NAREB's initiatives, programs, events, podcast and member success stories. Access our recent publications, including reports, white papers, and press releases, to stay informed about our advocacy efforts and research findings. The NAREB Media Center is your one-stop shop for all things NAREB, empowering you with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions and drive positive change in your communities.

NAREB® Press

NAREB Press is the official blog of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers. Here, we delve into the most pressing issues affecting the real estate industry, with a particular focus on promoting sustainable homeownership and fair housing practices for Black and other underserved communities. Our articles feature expert insights, market analyses, policy updates, and success stories from our members across the nation. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a first-time homebuyer, or an advocate for housing equality, NAREB Press is your trusted source for information and inspiration. Join us as we explore the dynamic landscape of real estate and work towards a future where everyone has the opportunity to achieve the American Dream of homeownership.

Selling Houses While Black

By Olga Labovich • January 18, 2023

About 6 percent of real estate agents and brokers in the United States are Black. Their white peers make almost three times as much, according to data and surveys. Tye Williams feels the heat. It’s 95 degrees out, and the North Carolina sun is beating like a drum. He’s in a full suit and tie Continue Reading The post Selling Houses While Black appeared first on National Association of Real Estate Brokers.

NAREB releases Annual State of Housing in Black America report at Black Wealth Summit featuring Lawmakers, Agency Heads, Policymakers & Experts

By Olga Labovich • November 30, 2022

WHO: U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) Lydia Pope, President NAREB Alanna McCargo, President, Ginnie Mae Lisa Rice, President & CEO National Fair Housing Alliance Sandra Thompson, Director, Federal Housing Finance Agency Teresa Bryce Bazemore, CEO, Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco Katrina Jones, VP, Racial Equity Strategy & Impact, Fannie Mae Pamela Perry, VP, Continue Reading The post NAREB RELEASES ANNUAL STATE OF HOUSING IN BLACK AMERICA REPORT AT BLACK WEALTH SUMMIT FEATURING LAWMAKERS, AGENCY HEADS, POLICYMAKERS & EXPERTS appeared first on National Association of Real Estate Brokers.

Reckoning with the past: Associations apologize for discriminatory practices

By Olga Labovich • November 14, 2022

The California Association of Realtors is the most recent association to express regrets for past practices that marginalized groups based on race or ethnicity. Key points: Real estate associations in Atlanta, Minneapolis, Chicago and St. Louis have also offered formal apologies for past discriminatory practices. Practices and policies included endorsing restrictive covenants and redlining, making Continue Reading The post Reckoning with the past: Associations apologize for discriminatory practices appeared first on National Association of Real Estate Brokers.

NAREB: Supporting ‘Democracy In Housing’ for consumers, agents

By Olga Labovich • November 14, 2022

Lydia Pope, who leads the National Association of Real Estate Brokers, discusses narrowing the racial gap in homeownership and opening doors for Black agents Key points: NAREB, founded in 1947, is the nation’s oldest trade association for Black real estate professionals. ‘Our goal is equal housing,’ said Pope, whose own real estate career spans nearly Continue Reading The post NAREB: Supporting ‘democracy in housing’ for consumers, agents appeared first on National Association of Real Estate Brokers.

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