{"id":23809,"date":"2025-09-12T16:55:34","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T16:55:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/?p=23809"},"modified":"2025-09-12T17:09:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T17:09:29","slug":"gadfly-newsletter-november-2020-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/news\/newsletters\/gadfly\/09-2025","title":{"rendered":"GADFly Newsletter \u2013 September 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>In This Issue<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Top Takeaways<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Key reminders on National Voter Registration Day, upcoming RPAC Office Hours, and required Aristotle 360 CFA training.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Compliance Corner<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A quick refresher on the One-Third Rule for PAC prizes and entertainment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Advocacy Scoop &amp; RPAC Updates<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Don\u2019t miss the latest podcast episode plus important President\u2019s Circle deadlines and event details.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resources, Research &amp; Events<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 From Land Use assistance and Consumer Advocacy Grants to new market insights, upcoming GAD calls, and NXT Houston.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1752508735922{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"tinyMce-placeholder\">Dates to Remember<\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>September 17: <a title=\"Jillian.Ruize@aristotle.com\" href=\"mailto:Jillian.Ruize@aristotle.com?subject=Aristotle 360 Training - NAR PAC Management System\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aristotle 360 Overview for PAC Managers, 10 AM MT<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>September 18: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/community-outreach-webinars?cid=em_CO-256#nextsession\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Transforming Neighborhoods Webinar, 2 PM ET<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>September 18: <a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_-qszw5wiStiCea8Re1_f1A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aristotle Calls for Action System Training, 3 PM ET<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>September 24: <a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/Zq-ofX3vSQ6gqd9yPLj8Ug\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">All-GAD Call, 3 PM ET<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>September 25: <a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/droth-nar\/15min?back=1&amp;month=2025-09&amp;date=2025-09-25&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawMn7ZZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHnSD1gk4p7vcgkcQ8I2pNto5zSMVcR7jkl3sBK7kZr2Q-q0qfJA_bl8bTOm6_aem_DljQ3GLJCLVFH3Od0BUfBw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RPAC Office Hours, 3 PM ET<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>October 1:\u00a0 <a title=\"Jillian.Ruize@aristotle.com\" href=\"mailto:Jillian.Ruize@aristotle.com?subject=Aristotle 360 Training - NAR PAC Management System\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aristotle 360 Overview for PAC Managers, 11 AM MT<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739983883717{border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-radius: 1px !important;border-color: #D4D4D4 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1757692711280{padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Chair&#8217;s Letter<\/h3>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">GAD Nation,<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Thank you to everyone who completed the GADI Survey! Your feedback is more than numbers\u2014it\u2019s the blueprint your next GAD Advisory Group will use to spark fresh ideas and deliver tools and resources that help you and your members achieve more advocacy wins.<\/p>\n<p>Fall is packed with conferences, installations, and year-end decisions all demanding our focus. It\u2019s a busy season, but it\u2019s also a reminder of how much GADs are at the center of it all. Embrace the pace\u2014but remember, this is a marathon, not a sprint, and recharging is part of staying strong.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re built for this pace, and every twist and turn proves the impact GADs have\u2014defending property rights, advancing smart housing policies, and shaping stronger communities. A good friend once told me governments are the best plagiarizers, quick to borrow and adapt ideas. That\u2019s why GAD Nation shines: we\u2019re connected, ahead of the curve, and leading the way on solutions.<\/p>\n<p>As we look ahead, mark your calendar: the All-GAD Call is September 24, and NXT lands in Houston this November. Sunshine, networking, inspiration\u2014no snow boots required.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, our momentum is strongest when we lean on each other. Together, we\u2019ve made this a powerhouse year, and Q4 is where we finish strong.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s keep that energy alive!<\/p>\n<p>Neeley Erickson<br \/>815.543.7147<br \/><a href=\"mailto:nerickson@illinoisrealtors.org\">nerickson@illinoisrealtors.org\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Top Takeaways<\/h2>\n<h3>National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, September 16!<\/h3>\n<p>REALTORS\u00ae have a strong tradition of civic engagement with over 85% registered to vote, and we\u2019ll share new digital assets on <strong>Monday<\/strong> to help associations showcase it. State and local associations can also <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/campaign-services\/voter-registration-program\/request-a-voter-registration-list.html\">request their voter registration list from NAR<\/a><\/strong> to maximize outreach.<\/p>\n<h3>\u2728RPAC Office Hours are back! \u2728<\/h3>\n<p>GADs, this is your chance to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ask questions<\/li>\n<li>Connect with RPAC staff and Aristotle experts<\/li>\n<li>Leave with quick answers and next steps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udd17<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/droth-nar\/15min?back=1&amp;month=2025-09&amp;date=2025-09-25&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawMn7ZZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHnSD1gk4p7vcgkcQ8I2pNto5zSMVcR7jkl3sBK7kZr2Q-q0qfJA_bl8bTOm6_aem_DljQ3GLJCLVFH3Od0BUfBw\"><strong>First block:<\/strong> <strong>Thursday, September 25 | 3:00 \u2013 4:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Aristotle 360: Calls for Action Training<\/h3>\n<p>NAR offers a monthly training for state and local associations focused on the technical capabilities of Aristotle 360 when launching Calls for Action through Advocacy Everywhere. Participants will learn how to navigate the platform, submit and manage CFAs, and review results. The session covers both available pathways:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>State &amp; Local Associations<\/strong> \u2013 using the intake form and concierge to initiate a CFA and access campaign reports.<\/li>\n<li><strong>State Associations<\/strong> \u2013 using administrative access within Aristotle 360 to set up, launch, and manage CFAs directly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udd17<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_-qszw5wiStiCea8Re1_f1A\">Register Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Training &amp; Events<\/h2>\n<h3>All GAD Call | Wed, September 24, 3:00 PM ET<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Mark your calendar! <\/strong>The next All-GAD Call is Wednesday, September 24 at 3 PM ET. Join us to explore proven processes for developing strong public policy positions\u2014and securing leadership and member buy-in.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udd17<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/Zq-ofX3vSQ6gqd9yPLj8Ug\">Register Now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Did you miss the August call? <a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/rec\/share\/uyiTsjBe5Vs7ep-NYRmHD_jDq6HGoHfE-a2746AVtbPwoZP1c8BCkcyaOxmFvJK-.yDQGaDB73PFX0ziZ?pwd=DMFZDSMN2fu_HLJpigAAIAAAAKP1Nh1tA7Flovhq-F8KNo5wN9cS9ye_Oo7bQJAHcSKJMsMTA6zVjvTXtWBkyXEbAjAwMDAwNA\">Check out the recording here.<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Transforming Neighborhoods Webinar | Thurs, September 18, 2:00 PM ET<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Explore how NAR\u2019s Transforming Neighborhoods is helping REALTOR\u00ae associations revitalize communities. Hear success stories from three associations that partnered with the Counselors of Real Estate\u2019s Consulting Corps to tackle local housing and development challenges. Registration today! Questions? Contact<a href=\"mailto:hmorris@nar.realtor\"> Hugh Morris.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udd17<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/community-outreach-webinars?cid=em_CO-256#nextsession\">Register Now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"mailto:Jillian.Ruize@aristotle.com?subject=NAR Aristotle 360 Training for PAC Managers\">\u2709\ufe0fAristotle 360 System Overview for PAC Managers (Semimonthly)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_-qszw5wiStiCea8Re1_f1A\">\ud83d\udd17Aristotle 360: Calls for Action Training (Monthly) <\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\/go\/904094ba5a928a5fd0-caniget\">\ud83d\udd17Community Outreach Planning Sessions (Weekly)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/droth-nar\/15min?back=1&amp;month=2025-09&amp;date=2025-09-25&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawMn7ZZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHnSD1gk4p7vcgkcQ8I2pNto5zSMVcR7jkl3sBK7kZr2Q-q0qfJA_bl8bTOm6_aem_DljQ3GLJCLVFH3Od0BUfBw\">\ud83d\udd17RPAC Office Hours (Monthly)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image source=&#8221;external_link&#8221; external_img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; custom_src=&#8221;https:\/\/d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net\/public\/users\/Integrators\/669d5713-9b6a-46bb-bd7e-c542cff6dd6a\/c5b1fb62997f4706a5deeffd263175b4\/editor_images\/300&#215;250.png&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/advocacy\/advocacy-scoop-podcast\/regulation-nation-housing-edition&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span data-position=\"30-0-7\" data-qa=\"tinyeditor-root-element\">Advocacy Scoop:<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/advocacy\/advocacy-scoop-podcast\/regulation-nation-housing-edition\">Regulation Nation Housing Edition<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Buying or selling a home is one of the most highly regulated transactions in a person&#8217;s life. In this episode, Shannon and Patrick unpack the complex world of real estate regulations &#8212; exploring what they mean for NAR members, how they affect consumers and the role NAR&#8217;s advocacy team plays in shaping them. Wherever you practice real estate, chances are the National Association of REALTORS\u00ae, along with your state and local associations, has influenced how your state&#8217;s real estate regulations are put into practice.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;Listen Now&#8221; color=&#8221;purple&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-headphones-alt&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nar.realtor%2Fadvocacy%2Fadvocacy-scoop-podcast%2Fregulation-nation-housing-edition|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Compliance Corner<\/h2>\n<h3>One-Third Rule<\/h3>\n<p>Overview<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An association may provide prizes and entertainment to its PAC to encourage contributions. However, the aggregate cost of such prizes and entertainment must not be disproportionately large relative to the contributions raised.<\/li>\n<li>The One-Third Rule limits the amount of general treasury funds that may be used for entertainment and prizes to no more than one-third (1\/3) of the total contributions raised.<\/li>\n<li>The rule does not apply to the cost of food and beverages.<\/li>\n<li>The fair market value of prizes must be used when calculating costs.<\/li>\n<li>The One-Third Rule\u00a0does not\u00a0apply if the PAC itself pays for the prizes and entertainment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Association spends $300 on auction prizes.\n<ul>\n<li>Total Contributions: $900 = okay.<\/li>\n<li>Total Contributions: $600 = not okay.\n<ul>\n<li>Since 1\/3 of the amount raised ($200) is less than the amount spent on the prizes ($300), the PAC needs to reimburse the association $100.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong> Questions?<\/strong> Contact\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:dthorne@nar.realtor\">Darby Thorne<\/a>, Director of Political Compliance.<\/p>\n<p><em>Compliance Corner is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice on any matter.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>RPAC Updates<\/h2>\n<h3><strong>President\u2019s Circle <\/strong>Deadlines<\/h3>\n<p>President&#8217;s Circle Registration has begun for folks who have completed their<u> entire President\u2019s Circle investment <strong>and <\/strong>have been recognized as a 2025 Major Investor. <\/u>See below for our list of registration deadlines.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reminder: September 30th is the final deadline to complete both Major Investor and President\u2019s Circle investments in order to register for the conference.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"transparent aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net\/public\/users\/Integrators\/669d5713-9b6a-46bb-bd7e-c542cff6dd6a\/c5b1fb62997f4706a5deeffd263175b4\/GADFly%20Uploads\/President%27s%20Circle%20Registration%20Chart_Updated.png\" alt=\"https:\/\/d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net\/public\/users\/Integrators\/669d5713-9b6a-46bb-bd7e-c542cff6dd6a\/c5b1fb62997f4706a5deeffd263175b4\/GADFly%20Uploads\/President%27s%20Circle%20Registration%20Chart_Updated.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>NXT 2025 Major Investor Event<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Date\/Time<\/strong>: Saturday, Nov. 15 from 6:30 &#8211; 9:30 PM CT<\/li>\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Announcement Coming Soon!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Who\u2019s Invited<\/strong>: All 2025 RPAC Major Investors are invited to attend, along with one guest, who must accompany the Major Investor upon entering the venue<\/li>\n<li><strong>Entry requirement<\/strong>:\u00a0This is an <em>invite-only event<\/em>. Their conference badge is their entry ticket. Major Investors will have their MI status on their badges \u2013 while encouraged, they do not need to wear their pin to the event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>RPAC Major Investor Recognition Deadlines<\/h3>\n<p>Make sure you and your members are recognized as RPAC Major Investors by the October and December deadlines! These are HARD deadlines to submit RPAC investments to the NAR Finance Office. For questions about RPAC transmittal deadlines, contact <a href=\"mailto:rpac@nar.realtor\">rpac@nar.realtor.<\/a> \u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/rpac\/major-investor-event-fundraising\/pins.html\">View the Major Investor Levels and Benefits.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>2025 Hall of Fame Nominations Now Open!<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/app.smartsheet.com\/b\/form\/ae77948288bf41b9bdf5080ec77666eb\">Click Here<\/a> to nominate your members for the Hall of Fame.\u00a0\u00a0All RPAC Hall of Fame nominations must be submitted by <strong>Tuesday, January 20, 2026.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>REALTOR\u00ae Party Success Stories<\/h2>\n<p>Each month, state and local associations that achieved an advocacy win with the help of a REALTOR\u00ae Party grant or resources are highlighted in the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/news\/success-stories\">REALTOR\u00ae\u00a0Party Success Stories.<\/a><\/strong> August&#8217;s success stories include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/homepage\/success-story\/dar-advocay0825\/?cid=em_CO-230\">A Paradigm Shift for Housing: Delaware REALTORS\u00ae Celebrate Landmark Legislative Wins <em>By: Joe Brennan, GAD, Delaware REALTORS<\/em><\/a><em><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/homepage\/success-story\/dar-advocay0825\/?cid=em_CO-230\">\u00ae<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/homepage\/success-story\/ar-advocay0825\/?cid=em_CO-231\">Arkansas REALTORS\u00ae Rally Strong Response to Call for Action, Defeating Restrictive Statewide Proposal<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/homepage\/success-story\/nr-im0825\">Nevada REALTORS\u00ae Campaign to Defeat Statewide Rent Control Legislation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/homepage\/success-story\/mtar-sg0825\/?cid=em_CO-232\">Middle Tennessee Association of REALTORS\u00ae Uses Smart Growth Grant to Host Community Roundtable on Housing and Zoning<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/blogs\/spaces-to-places\/partnerships-and-public-art-mibor-joins-the-bear-hunt\/?cid=em_CO-233\">Partnerships and Public Art: MIBOR Joins the Bear Hunt<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Resources &amp; Research<\/h2>\n<h3>Expert Advocacy Help When You Need It<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/land-use\/?cid=em_CO-262\">Land Use Initiative<\/a> provides free expert analysis and talking points to counter harmful measures like transfer taxes, building moratoria, short-term rental regulations, and more. See how the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/homepage\/success-story\/ocmar-landuse0725\/?cid=em_CO-262\">Oklahoma City REALTORS\u00ae Turned to Land Use Initiative for Help Advancing Urban Core ADU Ordinance<\/a>. For more information visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/land-use\/?cid=em_CO-262\">Land Use Initiative<\/a> and a <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/training\/community-outreach\/community-outreach-webinars\/?cid=em_CO-262\">recording a recent webinar<\/a>. Questions? Contact <a href=\"mailto:cwindle@nar.realtor\">Christine Windle<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Consumer voices make your advocacy efforts stronger<\/h3>\n<p>Is your association tackling a policy issue that homeowners or potential homeowners should know about? The <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/member-consumer\/consumer-advocacy\/grant-application\">Consumer Advocacy Grant <\/a>provides up to $25,000 to help you engage consumers and champion homeownership and property rights. Requests are reviewed monthly at 2 PM ET, and applicants must give a five-minute presentation.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/links.nar.realtor\/s\/c\/Fue2hFQx2iSOvD0xADI-V8Q-lClHJhrTBlyEx7eVKBayG86zsR21vSD3jnLM_3DnaBn6fkrNzncLzZXvTiGl9o8iGIvADYZwv8hzimRRkdy7n_3DxSougrUvGkHnrBI-Kr55GO8PZ44TljzDumPPgBf5oheGqGY1DKWJ1SeGUaf7rTvHmVfWi-re6iQf53isbMybpKPFjJqCikJ55XvXNUqH1XC0PS7cFRIcWsm6oxEOFcDI5qN9vORVs0PPRfN-6uCrWGMqZHW9sEJW3CQcUeEJ0KZc8dLfEXNotuFjki-QWN_u8BxJDVNQAu4\/xte_K3t941IMzw7W29VBqFBpSv_Y51SI\/7\">Apply now<\/a>\u00a0or contact\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:emurphy@nar.realtor\">Erin Murphy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 389px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net\/public\/users\/Integrators\/669d5713-9b6a-46bb-bd7e-c542cff6dd6a\/c5b1fb62997f4706a5deeffd263175b4\/GADFly%20Uploads\/Lawrence%20Young.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun explains how Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans would be different without a government guarantee.\" src=\"https:\/\/d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net\/public\/users\/Integrators\/669d5713-9b6a-46bb-bd7e-c542cff6dd6a\/c5b1fb62997f4706a5deeffd263175b4\/GADFly%20Uploads\/Lawrence%20Young.png\" alt=\"NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun explains how Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans would be different without a government guarantee.\" width=\"379\" height=\"214\" \/><\/a><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun explains how Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans would be different without a government guarantee.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/blogs\/economists-outlook\/instant-reaction-mortgage-rates-september-4-2025\">Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, September 4, 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em>Mortgage rates have dropped to the lowest level since October 2024. This widens the pool of buyers who can afford to purchase a home.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/newsroom\/nar-pending-home-sales-report-shows-0-4-decrease-in-july\">NAR Pending Home Sales Report Shows 0.4% Decrease in July<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><em>Month-over-month, pending sales declined in the Northeast and Midwest, held essentially flat in the South, and rose in the West.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/blogs\/economists-outlook\">Economist&#8217;s Outlook<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><em>Housing stats and analysis from NAR&#8217;s research experts.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/research-and-statistics\/research-reports\/residential-real-estate-market-snapshot\">Residential Real Estate Snapshot<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><em>This monthly report provides insight into economic indicators that affect the housing market, including interest rates, employment, and inflation.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/research-and-statistics\/research-reports\/research-update\">Research Update<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><em>Each month, the Research Update report provides a summary of the data, reports, blog posts, and instant reactions produced by NAR&#8217;s research team.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>NAR Washington Report<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/washington-report\/nar-staff-discuss-gse-reform-with-treasury-and-fhfa\">NAR Staff Discuss GSE Reform with Treasury and FHFA<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/washington-report\/fha-announces-transition-to-new-appraisal-reporting-in-2026\">FHA Announces Transition to New Appraisal Reporting in 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/washington-report\/hud-withdraws-translated-materials\">HUD Withdraws Translated Materials<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/washington-report\/nar-submits-comments-on-fha-buy-now-pay-later-request-for-information\">NAR Submits Comments on FHA Buy Now, Pay Later Request for Information<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>REALTOR\u00ae Party Success Stories<\/h2>\n<p>Each month, state and local associations that achieved an advocacy win with the help of a REALTOR\u00ae Party grant or resources are highlighted in the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/news\/success-stories\">REALTOR\u00ae\u00a0Party Success Stories.<\/a><\/strong> September&#8217;s success stories include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/homepage\/success-story\/qcar-im0925\/?cid=em_CO-263\">Illinois REALTORS\u00ae and Quad City REALTORS\u00ae Use Polling and Issues Mobilization Grant to Defeat Threat of Home Rule in East Moline<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/homepage\/success-story\/utar-im0925\/?cid=em_CO-264\">Keeping Legislative Attention Focused on Housing, Utah REALTORS\u00ae Achieve Passage of Priority Bills<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/homepage\/success-story\/ccar-im0925\/?cid=em_CO-265\">Illinois REALTORS\u00ae and Champaign County Association of REALTORS\u00ae Successfully Campaign Against Property Tax Increase\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/blogs\/spaces-to-places\/from-title-to-tranquility-a-realtor-legacy-comes-to-life\/?cid=em_CO-266\">From Title to Tranquility: A REALTOR\u00ae Legacy Comes to Life<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"mailto:jsims@nar.realtor?subject=REALTOR Party Success Story&amp;body=Include your success story to be shared on the REALTOR Party website, REALTOR Party Newsletter, GADFly and social media channels!%0A%0AWe want to hear about your success in your voice! And if you have pictures or creative to share, please feel welcome to include!\">Want to be featured in a future edition? Send us your advocacy wins!<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Upcoming NAR Events<\/h2>\n<p>Check out the list of events\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/events\/nar-meetings-by-year\">here<\/a>\u00a0to save the date for upcoming conferences.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/narnxt.realtor\/\">2025 NXT <\/a>| Houston, TX<br \/><\/strong>November 14-16, 2025 | <a href=\"https:\/\/registration.experientevent.com\/ShowNAR252\">Registration is open.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Save the Date for NXT GAD Meetings\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>GAD Reception<\/strong>, 5:30 &#8211; 7:00 PM CT\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=4PGLUCYJikWh7sz7efQJxrxy23n8A9pMvhdI_ZS_IxRUOFk2NFBFQUZIOUs5NTE0SjFYS1M5N05IVy4u\">RSVP Here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Government Affairs Director Meeting,<\/strong> 10:30 &#8211; 11:30 AM CT<\/li>\n<li><strong>GAD Breakouts (State\/Local),<\/strong> 12:00 &#8211; 12:30 PM CT\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/0meBb7v69G\">Submit topics in advance here.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] In This Issue Top Takeaways\u00a0\u2013 Key reminders on National Voter Registration Day, upcoming RPAC Office Hours, and required Aristotle 360 CFA training. Compliance Corner\u00a0\u2013 A quick refresher on the One-Third Rule for PAC prizes and entertainment. Advocacy Scoop &amp; RPAC Updates\u00a0\u2013 Don\u2019t miss the latest podcast episode plus important President\u2019s Circle deadlines and event details. Resources, Research &amp; Events\u00a0\u2013 From Land Use assistance and Consumer Advocacy Grants to new market insights, upcoming GAD calls, and NXT Houston. [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1752508735922{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] Dates to Remember September 17: Aristotle 360 Overview for PAC Managers, 10 AM MT September 18: Transforming Neighborhoods Webinar, 2 PM ET September 18: Aristotle Calls for Action System Training, 3 PM ET\u00a0 September 24: All-GAD Call, 3 PM ET September 25: RPAC Office Hours, 3 PM ET October 1:\u00a0 Aristotle 360 Overview for PAC Managers, 11 AM MT [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1739983883717{border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-radius: 1px !important;border-color: #D4D4D4 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1757692711280{padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;] Chair&#8217;s Letter GAD Nation, Thank you to everyone who completed the GADI Survey! Your feedback is more than numbers\u2014it\u2019s the blueprint your next GAD Advisory Group will use to spark fresh ideas and deliver tools and resources that help you and your members achieve more advocacy wins. Fall is packed with conferences, installations, and year-end decisions all demanding our focus. It\u2019s a busy season, but it\u2019s also a reminder of how much GADs are at the center of it all. Embrace the pace\u2014but remember, this is a marathon, not a sprint, and recharging is part of staying strong. We\u2019re built for this pace, and every twist and turn proves the impact GADs have\u2014defending property rights, advancing smart housing policies, and shaping stronger communities. A good friend once told me governments are the best plagiarizers, quick to borrow and adapt ideas. That\u2019s why GAD Nation shines: we\u2019re connected, ahead of the curve, and leading the way on solutions. As we look ahead, mark your calendar: the All-GAD Call is September 24, and NXT lands in Houston this November. Sunshine, networking, inspiration\u2014no snow boots required. Remember, our momentum is strongest when we lean on each other. Together, we\u2019ve made this a powerhouse year, and Q4 is where we finish strong. Let\u2019s keep that energy alive! Neeley Erickson815.543.7147nerickson@illinoisrealtors.org\u00a0 [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] Top Takeaways National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, September 16! REALTORS\u00ae have a strong tradition of civic engagement with over 85% registered to vote, and we\u2019ll share new digital assets on Monday to help associations showcase it. State and local associations can also request their voter registration list from NAR to maximize outreach. \u2728RPAC Office Hours are back! \u2728 GADs, this is your chance to: Ask questions Connect with RPAC staff and Aristotle experts Leave with quick answers and next steps \ud83d\udd17First block: Thursday, September 25 | 3:00 \u2013 4:00 PM EST Aristotle 360: Calls for Action Training NAR offers a monthly training for state and local associations focused on the technical capabilities of Aristotle 360 when launching Calls for Action through Advocacy Everywhere. Participants will learn how to navigate the platform, submit and manage CFAs, and review results. 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