Association News
Real estate associations support brokers in a number of ways, many of which take place behind the scenes. What’s happening at your local association? How are they serving their members? This monthly feature, penned by association leaders, offers the inside scoop on how associations small and large are helping to improve the industry.

Buyers, sellers and REALTORS® will find plenty of opportunities in Houston’s healthy and growing real estate market.

NAR President Kevin Sears says the real estate industry is at a “pivotal moment.” Overall though, he’s optimistic about 2025.

“This year’s Houston real estate market has been a rollercoaster ride.”

NAGLREP Founder Jeff Berger reflects on how to implement “golden nuggets” to improve your business.

“The Women’s Council is well-known for fostering leadership skills in its members.”

“Politicians should understand that the biggest concern for most Americans in this election season is the housing affordability crisis.”

How to build credibility and confidence among buyers and sellers.

“Buyer’s agents are not just facilitators; they are educators and advocates,” writes NAHREP President Nora Aguirre.

HAR is committed to providing its 48,000 members with the resources for ongoing success.

As we prepare for changes, it’s essential to understand how they will shape the future of real estate transactions.

Indicators so far this year are positive for the Houston real estate market — just in time for the spring homebuying season.

The National Association of Mortgage Brokers has been the voice of the mortgage industry since 1973.

Texas REALTORS® Chairman Jef Conn offers his outlook for 2024.

New NAR president Tracy Kasper discusses the recent lawsuits against NAR before delving into a market forecast for 2024.

Despite the fact that sales were down every month of the year, the Houston housing market performed respectably in 2023.

HAR leadership created a Diversity & Inclusion task force to ensure equity and fairness are applied to all aspects of HAR’s business model.