The more than $2.2 trillion in collective 2021 sales volume reported by the Top 1,000 respondents to RISMedia’s 34th Annual Power Broker Survey is truly historic. Yet it doesn’t tell the complete tale of last year’s residential real estate market. The missing piece? Compass. While recent industry media coverage has declared Compass “the largest brokerage…
Every April, during Fair Housing month, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) recognizes the discrimination and segregation that exists in the industry, striving to build equity for all consumers. But our efforts are not limited to one month out of the year. We encourage members to regularly refresh their understanding of fair housing issues and…
April is Earth Month, and since sustainability is top of mind, it’s the perfect time to highlight the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) newly updated Green Designation course. Learning about the latest high-performance trends will not only help you help your clients make more informed real estate choices, but it could also increase your earning…
For the past 40 years, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has published key statistics and findings about the real estate industry and related consumer demographics and behaviors in the Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. This annual report is a valuable reference tool for real estate professionals, and insights garnered from the data can…
If you’re like most people, February is the time when New Year’s resolutions fade away and we settle back into our usual ways of doing business. Here’s an effective way to combat this backslide: instead of setting general goals, consider focusing on one or more of these industry-related areas and commit to taking an immediate…
Happy New Year and welcome to the new CRD Connect column! We have broadened the scope of this space to serve agents at all stages of their careers and highlight the vast library of educational opportunities that the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) Center for REALTOR® Development (CRD) offers. It should come as no surprise…
According to research by the National Association of REALTORS®, the vast majority of recent homebuyers say they would use their agent again or recommend them to others. But it’s also true that, over time, buyers’ keen affinity for their agent can fade. Some buyers even struggle to remember their agent’s name. How do you remain…
Perspective and experience have defined my path as a professional. As a homeowner, former REALTOR®, lifelong learner and a leader for the Center for REALTOR® Development (CRD), I am grateful for a unique outlook on the real estate industry. Being responsible for the success of the 10 designations and certifications that CRD offers has given…
The Playhouse app marries the recreational habit of Zillow surfing and TikTok scrolling to create an entertaining, short-form, home-viewing experience.... Read more.
