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  Affordability, economic, and buyer & seller profile data for areas in which you live and work.
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- Statistical News Release Schedule
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NAR is widely considered one of the most effective advocacy organizations in the country.
- Advocacy Issues & News
- Federal Advocacy
  From its building located steps away from the U.S. Capitol, NAR advocates for you.
- REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC)
  Promoting the election of pro-REALTOR® candidates across the United States.
- State & Local Advocacy
  Resources to foster and harness the grassroots strength of the REALTOR® Party.
- REALTOR® Party
  A powerful alliance working to protect and promote homeownership and property investment.
- Get Involved
  Now more than ever, it is critical for REALTORS® across America to come together and speak with one voice.
Education
NAR and its affiliated Institutes, Societies, and Councils offer a wide selection of real estate training options.
- All Education & Professional Development
- All NAR & Affiliate Courses
  Continuing education and specialty knowledge can help boost your salary and client base.
- Code of Ethics Training
  Fulfill your COE training requirement with free courses for new and existing members.
- Continuing Education (CE)
  Meet the continuing education (CE) requirement in state(s) where you hold a license.
- Designations & Certifications
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- Library & Archives
  Offering research services and thousands of print and digital resources.
- Commitment to Excellence (C2EX)
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  Academic opportunities for certificates, associates, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees.
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  Advancing best practices, bringing insight to trends, and providing timely decision-making tools.
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- Mission, Vision, and Diversity & Inclusion
- Code of Ethics
- Leadership & Staff
  National, state & local leadership, staff directories, leadership opportunities, and more.
- Committee & Liaisons
- History
  Founded as the National Association of Real Estate Exchanges in 1908.
- Affiliated Organizations
- Strategic Plan
  NAR’s operating values, long-term goals, and DEI strategic plan.
- Policies
- Governing Documents
  Code of Ethics, NAR's Constitution & Bylaws, and model bylaws for state & local associations.
- Awards & Grants
  Member recognition and special funding, including the REALTORS® Relief Foundation.
- NAR's Consumer Outreach
More

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Cover of Danny Nix, Jr.'s presentation slides: Natural Disasters and the Economic Effect on Commercial Real Estate

These slides were presented by Danny Nix, Jr., Coldwell Banker SunStar Commercial, at the Commercial Economic Issues & Trends Forum on November 11, 2022, as part of NAR NXT: The REALTOR® Experience 2022.

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