NAR thanks the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee for unanimously advancing S.2302, a bipartisan legislation, which makes significant, much-needed investments in our nation’s surface transportation infrastructure.
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NAR expressed its appreciation for the Bureau's work to proactively address the QM-patch issue, which will expire on January 10, 2021.
July 26, 2019
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The National Association of Realtors® announced today two new additions to their digital and IT teams. Roland Varesko will become NAR’s vice president of digital strategy, and Faisal Ghauri will become NAR’s vice president of IT.
July 22, 2019
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Mantill Williams 202-383-1128![Yellow floating steps on a wooden wall Yellow floating steps on a wooden wall](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/yellow-floating-steps-on-wooden-wall-GettyImages-948489856-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=Lt9vbTWc)
SCV’s newest class, REACH Commercial, focuses on accelerating innovative solutions for all aspects of the commercial real estate marketplace.
July 18, 2019
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Jane Dollinger 202-383-1042![Globe with world currencies Globe with world currencies](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/globe-with-world-currencies-GettyImages-96502248-1300w-867h.jpg?itok=ZAkKkZ7s)
A decline in global growth and low housing inventory contributed to a drop in foreign investment in residential real estate in the U.S.
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RPR® users can now create ready-to-print mailing labels for farming, prospecting, or direct mail marketing within custom geographies.
July 10, 2019
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Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193![Stethoscope on medical billing documents](https://cdn.nar.realtor/sites/default/files/styles/inline_image_auto_height__287_/public/health-care-stethoscope-financials-concept-1300x867.jpg?itok=TVaH9qJZ)
Over 200 state and local Realtor® associations from across the country have proclaimed their support for the National Association of Realtors®’ effort to protect access to association health plans.
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A select group of technology startups focused on real estate will compete with live presentations in front of the iOi Summit audience on Wednesday August 21 in Seattle, Washington.
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The VA home loan guarantee program encourages private lenders to offer favorable home loan terms to qualified veterans without requiring a down payment.
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President Trump signed an Executive Order intended to combat housing affordability concerns across much of the nation.
June 25, 2019
Media Contact:
Wesley Shaw 202-383-1193