The National Association of Realtors® celebrated the work of three of its REALTOR Benefits® Program partners with awards during an evening rooftop ceremony on Saturday as part of the 2021 REALTORS® Conference & Expo in San Diego, California.
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The National Association® of Realtors welcomed REALTORS® Eric Brown and Jerry Isham, along with a host of industry professionals and civil rights experts, for an open conversation on racism in real estate and potential actions that can be taken to address the significant, lingering issues.
Dan Weisman, NAR's director of emerging technology, told the audience that $25 billion per year is being invested in proptech across the globe and $10 billion of that is being invested in the United States.
The apartment and industrial sectors are seeing strong growth. Retail is also recovering given the rising demand for online shopping. The office sector is starting to recuperate at a modest pace due to job growth and because some workers are heading back to the office.
November 13, 2021
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Quintin Simmons 202-383-1178The real estate industry has helped Americans of every background build wealth through homeownership. Yet, for much of the 20th century, many African Americans have been excluded from these opportunities to build intergenerational wealth.
The outlook for the residential real estate market, which performed exceptionally well during the height of the pandemic, continues to be promising, according to NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun.
Larry's exceptional service to NAR, the real estate industry, his fellow Missourians and our country makes him truly deserving of this honor.
November 13, 2021
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Troy Green 202-383-1042Gail Hartnett's dedication to the real estate industry, NAR, and her fellow Idahoans represents everything that the Distinguished Service Award embodies.
November 13, 2021
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Troy Green 202-383-1042Johnson acknowledged the need to "pivot and find the opportunity" when connecting with the next generation, especially in the face of regulatory obstacles.
November 12, 2021
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Emily Newman 202-383-1287