In a special episode of the Drive with NAR podcast, recorded live at the AE Institute in April, NAR President Kevin Sears, Senior Vice President of Industry Relations Jarrod Grasso and Denver Metro Association of REALTORS® CEO Brendan Bailey talk with host Marki Lemons Ryhal about the new Multiple Listing Options for Sellers and the importance of adapting NAR's policies to member and consumer needs. Panelists say the national, state and local membership structure ensures a unified REALTOR® voice, protects consumers and the industry, and can help your business succeed.

Each works toward providing a home seller the choice and flexibility to determine how they and their listing broker will market and sell the property pursuant to the seller's interests. Find more answers about NAR's new policy statement, Multiple Listing Options for Sellers, at facts.realtor.

Starter homes? Gen Z is thinking longer-term. Today's young consumers come with their own values, habits and tech-first mindset. Learn how to build trust with this growing cohort of home buyers.

Guiding a business through past crises such as the 2008 financial crisis, the pandemic and 9/11 has taught Suzanna de Baca, the CEO of Story Board Advisors, the key traits leaders need to weather the current storm, such as building trust through consistent communication, maintaining a clear vision to guide teams and viewing uncertainty as an opportunity for innovation. "Your team and your stakeholders need to know where you stand, even when the ground is shifting beneath them," de Baca writes. "Transparency and reliability are the anchors that keep people grounded."

Prolonged financial distress, creditor disputes and high vacancies in large office buildings—especially in urban districts—are fueling a negative feedback loop that depresses local economies and makes recovery harder for entire neighborhoods. Remote work and hybrid schedules have left many office towers underused, causing ripple effects for surrounding businesses and leading to persistent high vacancy rates and declining property values. Many cities are facing this struggle, as large distressed office properties are particularly difficult to repurpose or sell, prolonging the economic impact.

Choosing the right sofa involves considering factors such as depth, durability and scale, according to designers. Jason Saft of Staged to Sell suggests a depth of 33 to 36 inches for sitting and 40 inches or more for lounging. Interior designer Alvin Wayne recommends performance fabrics like Sunbrella for durability, while Alexandra Gater advises using digital floor planning tools to ensure the sofa fits the space and suggests custom covers for flexibility.

Tara Shapiro of Coldwell Banker Realty is the listing agent for this Cape Cod-inspired estate in Newport Beach, Calif., asking $13.5 million. The waterfront home features three bedrooms, five bathrooms, a rooftop deck, a private dock and panoramic harbor views.

Real estate investors are leveraging modern technologies to enhance efficiency and manage growing portfolios. Integrated customer relationship management systems, such as Salesforce, are crucial for data management and client relations, says Integrity All Stars Realty CEO Rebecca Hidalgo. AI is streamlining document processing, while 3D modeling and virtual tours are expanding the client base by offering immersive property views.

Tucson, Ariz., is working to attract private investment in affordable housing by streamlining regulations and providing monetary assistance. Initiatives include zoning changes, impact fee subsidies and gap funding. Spire Development and Newport SW have benefited, with projects such as Rincon Manor and Milagro on Oracle.

Nearly 19% of Connecticut lawmakers are landlords, significantly higher than the 7% of the general U.S. population. This disparity raises concerns about potential biases in housing legislation, with some lawmakers prioritizing personal income over tenant rights. The issue has sparked debates on bills related to rent increases and eviction reforms, highlighting the influence of personal experience on policy decisions.