What is fair housing and why is it important in the homebuying or selling process? NAR has created a dedicated resource to educate homebuyers and sellers on these important rights and responsibilities that promote a process free of discrimination. Download and share the resource directly with prospective clients.

According to Merag M. Shahzad, a strategy marketing consultant, social media marketing is based on four C's: content, consistency, community and culture. These strategies enhance engagement, growth and authenticity on platforms, providing a comprehensive approach for personal and corporate brands.

Sales prospecting is a foundational skill that can be daunting for many professionals, but targeted training programs are designed to address this challenge by providing tailored strategies to improve lead generation and qualification. By investing in these programs, organizations can enhance their sales teams' abilities, leading to increased revenue and market expansion.

More than 80% of Instagram influencers surveyed by HypeAuditor use AI tools when creating content, with the vast majority using the technology to create videos, images and captions. The top concerns among the influencers surveyed when using AI are content quality and ethics, and 64% say the use of generative AI will lead to a content overload problem on social media, while 45% believe it will make life more difficult for influencers.

NAR members and REALTOR® associations are raising funds, organizing donation drives and helping cleanup efforts in the wake of Hurricane Helene—all as a new storm threatens Florida.

Quality hardware, under-cabinet lighting and open shelving are among elements that pros recommend for increasing perceived value in kitchen design.

Centralized control, climate control, security and smart lighting are functions being taken over by technology when it comes to new-build homes.

Leaders can learn a lot from younger generations, including kindness, curiosity and the value of allowing employees to fail, according to a survey of over 1,000 executives of Inc. 5000 companies. "Allowing people to fail is crucial for their growth and helps them make better decisions in the future," said a respondent to the survey.

Investigative nonprofit, the Housing Rights Initiative. has accused over 200 California landlords and real estate agents of discriminating against Section 8 voucher holders, filing complaints with the state's Civil Rights Department. The nonprofit's findings show a 70% refusal rate in Los Angeles, prompting calls for better enforcement and additional funding to uphold the law and ensure fair housing opportunities for all voucher holders.

In separate appearances, Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler and Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Raphael Bostic discussed the competing risks that the central bank is attempting to manage as it eases monetary policy. Bostic noted that the threats facing the labor market have increased, although the economy is resilient. "While I believe the focus should remain on continuing to bring inflation to 2%, I support shifting attention to the maximum-employment side of the FOMC's dual mandate as well," Kugler said.