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Wendy Cole

Wendy Cole is the managing editor of REALTOR® Magazine. She can be contacted at wcole@realtors.org.

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President Malta, second from left, and other NAR leaders with Housing & Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson.

NAR is raising member and public awareness about equal housing access, says 2020 NAR President Vince Malta.

March 4, 2020

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NAR’s 2020 President Vince Malta

NAR President Vince Malta’s leadership vision is driven by a steadfast commitment to personal and professional integrity.

January 8, 2020

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Connecting With Members: The new NAR president, right, greets REALTORS® at the Expo during the REALTORS® Conference in November

2020 NAR President Vince Malta is counting on member involvement to run the association at the speed of business.

January 8, 2020

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New commercials will make clear why consumers should be looking for you.

The new advertising campaign will go deeper in differentiating REALTORS® from real estate agents.

January 8, 2020

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Julio Laguarta

The Houston real estate executive provided savvy, unshakable leadership during turbulent times for the economy and the industry.

January 7, 2020

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Billie Jean King

The tennis legend has devoted her life to fighting for equality on and off the court.

From the REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 8-11, San Francisco

November 10, 2019

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NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun

NAR’s chief economist says low interest rates are bolstering buyers, but more home construction is badly needed.

From the REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 8-11, San Francisco

November 8, 2019

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Bob Goldberg, Charlie Oppler, John Smaby, Vince Malta, John Flor, and Elizabeth Mendenhall atop NAR's Chicago headquarters.

NAR President John Smaby shares what the Master Vision renovations mean for members.

September 4, 2019

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illustration of homes and for sale signs

Considering affiliating? Get the scoop on the offerings at more than two dozen companies.

September 4, 2019

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John Smaby onstage at the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo in Washington, D.C.,

A break from business is good for business, says NAR President John Smaby.

July 3, 2019

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President Trump

His hour-long speech was the first address to REALTORS® by a sitting president in 14 years.

From the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo, May 13-18, Washington, D.C.

May 17, 2019

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REALTORS® arrive at Capitol Hill

The story behind a U.S. lawmaker's extraordinary connection with a Chicago broker.

From the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo, May 13-18, Washington, D.C.

May 16, 2019

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capital building illustration

Landlords give up day-to-day control over properties when they keep their identity hidden from tenants. But anonymity has its perks, too.

From the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo, May 13-18, Washington, D.C.

May 15, 2019

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Govs. Haley Barbour, left, and Terry McAuliffe

With more than 20 Democrats running for president, strategists from the two major political parties say the next election could look a lot like 2016.

From the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo, May 13-18, Washington, D.C.

May 14, 2019

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REALTORS® meet with Congressional leaders in Washington, D.C.

Thousands of NAR members are arriving in the nation’s capital next week to make an impact on housing finance reform, insurance programs, and other key industry issues.

From the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo, May 13-18, Washington, D.C.

May 10, 2019

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Commercial still

NAR’s new ad campaign is hitting its mark by showing your value proposition.

May 1, 2019

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NAR president John Smaby, left, with 2019 AE Institute Chair Ryan Conrad

Giving new agents proper attention should be a top priority for brokers, says NAR President John Smaby. Here’s why mentoring is key.

May 1, 2019

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NAR President John Smaby discusses NAR’s vision for secondary mortgage market reform.

Fostering your financial security and pride in your accomplishments are high on NAR President John Smaby’s to-do list.

February 27, 2019

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The ‘That’s Who We R’ campaign, which launches Monday, highlights your value to clients and communities.

February 25, 2019

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William Moore

The widely respected industry leader from Colorado opened REALTORS®’ eyes—and the public's—to the value of the trademark.

January 11, 2019

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NAR 2019 President John Smaby

The 2019 NAR president is committed to the power of member stories in addressing America’s real estate needs.

January 3, 2019

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Holly Pasut

Former REALTOR® and convicted felon Holly Pasut says lapses in business judgment landed her behind bars.

From the REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 2-5, 2018, Boston

November 6, 2018

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Former NAR CEO Almon R. “Bud” Smith

An inspiring leader who championed fiscal responsibility and the power of new technologies in the 1990s, Smith found joy in helping others succeed—and driving tractors.

November 6, 2018

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NAR’s president, left, met with REALTORS® and others hurt by the devastating flooding on Kauai in the spring.

Being a REALTOR® comes with the chance to help others daily. President Elizabeth Mendenhall reflects on the power of giving and gratitude.

October 24, 2018

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Elizabeth Mendenhall and Bob Goldberg

Consumer expectations drive industry demand. Groom your online presence to help keep you front and center, says NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall.

September 12, 2018

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