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.

Georgia REALTORS® Young Professionals Network has got you covered in 2026

Matt Kelly, 2026 chair of the Georgia Association of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network, shares what events the group has planned for the year.

Atlanta 2026: Reversion to the mean

While business has been anything but usual for Atlanta real estate over the last five years, 2026 is likely to mark a return to more pre-2020 conditions.

Navigating opportunities and challenges in 2026: Embracing the power of preparedness

“A new year brings both opportunities and challenges, and 2026 is no exception,” 2026 NAR President Kevin Brown writes.

Value: Amplified

Georgia REALTORS® CEO Brad Mock outlines the association’s 2025 progress and 2026 vision.

AREAA Atlanta: Looking back at an unforgettable year

“Resilience isn’t just a word for the Atlanta chapter, it’s our identity,” 2025 President Cindy Hoa Nguyen writes.

NAHB supports Trump administration’s deregulatory efforts

The NAHB submitted more than 35 recommendations to reduce the regulatory burden on the housing industry and lower costs for homebuyers, Chairman Buddy Hughes writes.

HB 399: Landmark legislation for Georgia’s property management landscape

The Georgia real estate industry is at the forefront of raising the bar on the national stage following the passage of House Bill 399, legislation poised to bring significant changes not only to residential property management in the state,

Will AI make real estate fairer or more biased?

2025 Illinois REALTORS® President Tommy Choi asks if AI is helping us eliminate bias in real estate or reinforcing it in ways we don’t even realize.

Six ways Georgia REALTORS® helps agents succeed

New Realtors often ask, “What’s in it for me?” when the subject of joining a Realtor association comes up. With that in mind, Georgia REALTORS® CEO Brad Mock makes the case for his organization.

NAMB: Fighting for brokers, consumers and the future of mortgage lending

“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.

Survey Results: What Atlanta agents think about their Realtor associations

What do you think about your Realtor associations, local, state and national? We asked, and you answered.

Real estate in 2025: A promising path forward

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

2024’s top 5 Association News items

Every month, Atlanta Agent features a message from local or national association leaders. These were the most-read Association News items in 2024.

Agents’ Choice Industry MVP Stephen Walker named Georgia REALTORS® 2025 president

The incoming president is a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. 

Atlanta REALTORS® Association: A year of resilience and community impact

The Atlanta REALTORS® Association made significant strides in 2024, continuing its commitment to its members and the broader community.

A mantra for longevity in real estate: You can’t make everyone happy — you’re not pizza

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

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