At the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings (RLM) in Washington, NAR made multiple revisions to the Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual (Manual) that became effective June 5, 2025, including changes to 11 Standards of Practice (SOP). This article aims to explain the ‘why’ behind the SOP changes and describes NAR’s rationale.
Florida now allows landlords and tenants to exchange certain notices by email if both sign a written addendum.
NAR’s latest Window to the Law video outlines best practices Realtors can follow to reduce legal risk when referring contractors or service providers.
AI tools help agents personalize content, enhance visuals, optimize SEO and automate outreach, saving time and boosting engagement in a digital market.
Fannie Mae now sees slower home price growth and slightly lower mortgage rates through 2026, with modest gains expected in overall home sales.
A new federal tax law temporarily raises the SALT deduction cap to $40,000 starting in 2025, offering major benefits for homeowners.
Aggressive savings strategies are gaining traction among younger generations to focus on budgeting, cutting costs and boosting savings for goals like homebuying.
Mortgage rates and affordability continue to challenge the housing market, keeping buyers hesitant and new-home sales sluggish despite builder incentives.
Agents who understand maximalist design can better connect with buyers seeking warmth, personality and a lived-in feel, all hallmarks of this trend.
A U.S. District Court closes a case brought against the National Association of Realtors involving MLS access.
