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.
“Global is at the core of our mission,” writes MIAMI Association of REALTORS® CEO Teresa King Kinney. Here’s how.
“You don’t have to choose between volunteer leadership and success in real estate. In fact, stepping up could be the very thing that takes your career to the next level.” — Natalie Derrick, 2025 president, Women’s Council of REALTORS Florida
“NAMB continues to lead the way in protecting mortgage brokers, as well as their businesses and the consumers they serve,” writes Chief Executive Director Valerie Sanders.
What do you think about your Realtor associations, local, state and national? We asked, and you answered.
Eddie Blanco, broker/owner of Stratwell in Miami and Naples was named 2025 chairman of the board.
Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors® prioritizes its membership by investing in the future of our industry.
Dayton REALTORS® serves over 5,000 MLS subscribers in the southwest Ohio region.
NAR President Kevin Sears says the real estate industry is at a “pivotal moment.” Overall though, he’s optimistic about 2025.
Every month, South Florida Agent features a message from local or national association leaders. These were the most-read Association News items in 2024.
“Let’s explore some of the insights and trends that will help shape South Florida residential real estate in 2025 and beyond.” — Jonathan Lickstein, president-elect, Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors®
NAGLREP Founder Jeff Berger reflects on how to implement “golden nuggets” to improve your business.
“Politicians should understand that the biggest concern for most Americans in this election season is the housing affordability crisis.”
MIAMI Association of REALTORS’ core mission is working together, learning from each other and expanding global networks.
“Buyer’s agents are not just facilitators; they are educators and advocates,” writes NAHREP President Nora Aguirre.
Local REALTORS® are excellent resources for storm preparedness information for both experienced and new homeowners in Florida.
Florida’s commercial lease sales tax will go from 4.5% to 2% on June 1, weeks earlier than originally expected.