Arizona REALTORS® Voices
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Arizona REALTORS® Voices
#23 Behind the Scenes at NAR: Fair Housing & Real Member Value
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It's hard to keep track of the shifting real estate landscape. This episode breaks down two key areas: Fair Housing advocacy and the tangible Member Benefits provided by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) to help agents thrive in a complex 2026 market.
Alexia Smokler, Director of Fair Housing Policy and Programs at NAR, joins us to discuss:
- The 2026 Landscape: The impact of significant staffing cuts at HUD and the Department of Justice, and how NAR is "carrying the flag" in their absence.
- Educational Flagships: Insights into Fairhaven, an online simulation used by nearly 60,000 REALTORS® in 2025, and Bias Override, a course dedicated to identifying implicit bias.
- 2026 NAR Fair Housing priorities including Heirs Property & "Tangled Title": How NAR is working to prevent the loss of generational wealth.
Rhonny Barragan, VP of Strategic Alliances at NAR, highlights:
- How to maximize your membership ROI by treating NAR as your first stop for business purchases.
- Deep Tech Discounts: Exclusive savings on hardware from partners like Dell (up to 10% off) and HP (up to 40% off public pricing).
- Essential Tools: High-usage benefits including DocuSign and the REALTOR® Health Insurance solutions.
🔗 National Association of REALTORS® Fair Housing