{"id":916,"date":"2017-11-28T20:37:55","date_gmt":"2017-11-29T01:37:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/realtorparty.com\/?page_id=916"},"modified":"2025-10-10T17:12:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T17:12:57","slug":"community-outreach-webinars-3","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/training\/community-outreach\/community-outreach-webinars","title":{"rendered":"Community Outreach Webinars"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row gap=&#8221;35&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1723224066420{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<h2>Upcoming Webinars<\/h2><style>\r\n\t.regBtn{\r\n\t\tmargin-left: 20px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.modal .regBtn{\r\n\t\tmargin-left: 0;\r\n\t}\r\n @media screen and (max-width:560px) { \r\n .regBtn, .conBtns{\r\n\tmargin-left: 0;\r\n\twidth: 90%;\r\n\tmargin-bottom: 8px;\r\n\t}\r\n}\r\n<\/style><div class=\"cycle-slideshow\" id=\"webinars\"><div class=\"event-list-item\"><span class=\"event-date\"><span class=\"date\">02<\/span> <span class=\"month\">Dec<\/span><span class=\"year\">2025<\/span><\/span><div class=\"event-list-cont\"><span class=\"meta-data\">Tuesday 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm<\/span><h4 class=\"post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_IsLPlHAcR2q2YPWhvFx2jg\" target=\"_blank\">Power\u00a0Up Your 2026 Advocacy: Community Outreach Grants and Resources to Lead Change<\/a><\/h4><div>Get ready for 2026 with the latest updates on NAR\u2019s Community Outreach grants and advocacy tools. Discover how Fair Housing, Housing Opportunity, Smart Growth, Placemaking, and Rural Outreach grants and resources can help your association advocate, educate, engage, and drive change. Learn what's new, what\u2019s funded, and how to plan successful initiatives using grants as well as the Land Use Initiative, Transforming Neighborhoods, State & Local Polling, and On Common Ground. Plus, get insider tips from association grant power users to maximize your impact.<\/div><div style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"><a class=\"btn btn-sm btn-primary conBtns\" href=\"javascript:;\" style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-right: 30px; font-size: 70%;\" data-toggle=\"modal\" data-target=\"#mod_23829\">MORE INFO<\/a><a class=\"btn btn-sm btn-primary regBtn conBtns\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_IsLPlHAcR2q2YPWhvFx2jg\" style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-right: 30px; font-size: 70%;\" target=\"_blank\">REGISTER TODAY<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"modal fade\" id=\"mod_23829\" role=\"dialog\"><div class=\"modal-dialog\"><div class=\"modal-content\"><div class=\"modal-header\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"close\" data-dismiss=\"modal\" style=\"background-color:#b03995;\">\u00d7<\/button><\/div><div class=\"modal-body\"><span class=\"event-date\"><span class=\"date\">02<\/span> <span class=\"month\">Dec<\/span><span class=\"year\">2025<\/span><\/span><span class=\"meta-data\">Tuesday 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm<\/span><h3 class=\"modal-title\" style=\"color:#b03995; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 6px;\">Power\u00a0Up Your 2026 Advocacy: Community Outreach Grants and Resources to Lead Change<\/h3><p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Get ready for 2026 with the latest updates on NAR\u2019s Community Outreach grants and advocacy tools. Discover how Fair Housing, Housing Opportunity, Smart Growth, Placemaking, and Rural Outreach grants and resources can help your association advocate, educate, engage, and drive change. Learn what's new, what\u2019s funded, and how to plan successful initiatives using grants as well as the Land Use Initiative, Transforming Neighborhoods, State &amp; Local Polling, and On Common Ground. Plus, get insider tips from association grant power users to maximize your impact.<\/span><\/p><h4 class=\"x_elementToProof\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Agenda:<\/span><\/h4><ul><li class=\"x_elementToProof\">2:00 \u2013 2:45 pm: Grant &amp; Resources Overview &amp; Reimbursement Process<\/li><li class=\"x_elementToProof\">2:45 -3:00 pm: Additional Tools and Information for Success<\/li><li class=\"x_elementToProof\">3:00 \u2013 3:10 pm: General Audience Q&amp;A<\/li><li class=\"x_elementToProof\">3:10 \u2013 3:30 pm: Virtual Lightning Round Breakout Rooms<\/li><\/ul><div style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"><a class=\"btn btn-sm btn-primary regBtn conBtns\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_IsLPlHAcR2q2YPWhvFx2jg\" style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-right: 30px; font-size: 70%;\" target=\"_blank\">REGISTER TODAY<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"modal-footer\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"btn btn-default btn-sm\" data-dismiss=\"modal\">Close<\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cycle-slideshow\" id=\"successStories\"><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"post-title\" style=\"text-transform: none;\">Fair &amp; Attainable Housing Ideas Forum: Collaborating for Inclusive Homeownership<\/h4>\n<div>\n<p><strong>The upcoming session has been postponed to a later date. Please check back soon for updates on interactive Community Outreach sessions.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Wondering how your association can advance fair and attainable housing training and policy and ensure people of all backgrounds have the opportunity to achieve homeownership? Want to take your ideas from initial brainstorming to achieving true change in your community? Join NAR for an interactive virtual training and work session for association staff. This session will inspire and support participants, providing real-time feedback on ideas to advance fair and attainable housing and homeownership opportunities in their communities \u2013 and highlight how NAR grants can help.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Community Outreach<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; el_id=&#8221;rural1&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?cid=dis_CO-01&amp;v=7OFTFAeMJDQ\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24119 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/webinarGraphic_1025.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/webinarGraphic_1025.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/webinarGraphic_1025-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/webinarGraphic_1025-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/webinarGraphic_1025-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/webinarGraphic_1025-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/webinarGraphic_1025-958x539.jpg 958w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?cid=dis_CO-01&amp;v=7OFTFAeMJDQ\">Enhancing Rural Development Initiatives: NAR\u2019s Rural Outreach Grant<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Legislative threats like transfer taxes, residential moratoria, impact fees, and short-term rental regulations can emerge quickly and significantly affect real estate. NAR&#8217;s Land Use Initiative (LUI) helps state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations stay ahead with no-cost, expert analysis of proposed legislation and now newly enacted measures when no prior input was possible, and amendments are still on the table.<\/p>\n<p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">Join this session to learn how to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">Request an LUI analysis for proposed or recently enacted state and local measures<\/li>\n<li data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">Use reports to influence policymakers and stakeholders<\/li>\n<li data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">Strengthen your advocacy with expert insights<\/li>\n<li data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">Hear real-world success stories from Government Affairs Directors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?cid=dis_CO-01&amp;v=wU0Xb13pWQQ\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17606 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/webinarGraphic_1224.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"434\" height=\"243\" \/><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?cid=dis_CO-01&amp;v=wU0Xb13pWQQ\"><strong>2025 Maximizing Impact with Community Outreach Grants and Resources<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<span data-testid=\"comment-base-item-291384\">Unlock the potential of Community Outreach grants to enhance your association\u2019s community development, fair housing advocacy, and educational initiatives. Gain expert insights on available funding levels, range of supported initiatives, association testimonials and eligible expenses. Learn about the application process, key deadlines, and reimbursement timelines. Discover strategies for effective planning, identify key points of contact, and explore other valuable funding resources to maximize impact.<\/span> <a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?cid=dis_CO-01&amp;v=wU0Xb13pWQQ\">Listen to the recording<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Housing Opportunity<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?dis_HOM-49&amp;v=o3M6V_eo1yY\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17606\" src=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/webinarThumbnail_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"434\" height=\"243\" \/><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?dis_HOM-49&amp;amp;v=o3M6V_eo1yY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Webinar: Association Partnerships Unlock Housing Opportunity for All<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nExplore how REALTOR\u00ae associations are maximizing NAR\u2019s Housing Opportunity Grants to expand housing access. Hosted by Jessica Thompson, chair of the NAR Housing Opportunities Committee, the webinar will feature insights from Matt Allen, Director of Professional Development and Government Affairs at the Land of the Sky Association of REALTORS\u00ae (N.C.), Karla Murphy, Chief Strategy Officer, Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS\u00ae, and Gideon Blustein, Senior Director of Advocacy Programs at Illinois REALTORS\u00ae.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Fair Housing<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner el_id=&#8221;fairHousing&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_-Xeytjl0yg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20294 size-large alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/fairHousingThumb-1024x579.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/fairHousingThumb-1024x579.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/fairHousingThumb-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/fairHousingThumb-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/fairHousingThumb-1536x868.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/fairHousingThumb-958x541.jpg 958w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/fairHousingThumb.jpg 1840w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1746638901589{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-renderer-start-pos=\"84\"><strong data-renderer-mark=\"true\">Fair &amp; Attainable Housing Ideas Forum: Collaborating for Inclusive Homeownership<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-renderer-start-pos=\"84\"><a id=\"fairhousing0325\" class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_-Xeytjl0yg\">March 2025<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-renderer-start-pos=\"84\"><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Qsv2thbUoso\">September 2024<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Wondering how your association can advance fair and attainable housing training and policy and ensure people of all backgrounds have the opportunity to achieve homeownership? 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This webinar provides information and examples of how NAR grants and resources can help your association champion key initiatives\u2014from land use to housing opportunities. Engage with peers, share ideas and gain tools that support your advocacy work.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/community-outreach-webinars\/smart-growth-learning-lab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click HERE<\/a> to watch the recording<\/li>\n<li data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2025.4.30-SG-LL-Powerpoint-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click HERE<\/a> to access the slide deck<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_raw_html 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css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1756840354390{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=jIQJ2V7xnlc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shape Your Community\u2019s Future With NAR\u2019s Smart Growth Resources<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nAs communities struggle with where and how to grow, REALTORS\u00ae are bringing resources and expertise to the table. Learn how associations are partnering with local officials and shaping their community\u2019s future. The combination of NAR\u2019s smart growth resources and their local expertise ensures the REALTOR\u00ae\u2019s voice is heard as decisions are being made.<\/p>\n<h2>Transforming Neighborhoods<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element vc_custom_1615991728319\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p><strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0lsNjmhU8hE\">Transforming Neighborhoods Webinar<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Final-Slides-combo-TN-Webinar.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">resources<\/a> <\/strong>are conducted in partnership with <a href=\"https:\/\/cre.org\/initiatives\/cre-consulting-corps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Counselors of Real Estate Consulting Corps.<\/a> We hope you found it inspirational as you consider a real estate challenge in your community and are preparing to apply for the Transforming Neighborhoods program in 2025.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"><strong>Resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: 0;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cre.org\/initiatives\/cre-consulting-corps\/project-summaries\/cre-consulting-corps-making-a-difference-in-spokane\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spokane Project Page<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cre.org\/initiatives\/cre-consulting-corps\/project-summaries\/making-a-difference-in-peoria-illinois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peoria Project Page<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cre.org\/initiatives\/cre-consulting-corps\/project-summaries\/making-a-difference-in-huntsville-alabama\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Huntsville Project Page<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"_16jlkb7n _1o9zkb7n _i0dl1osq _1ul9idpf _swxz1kw7\">\n<div role=\"presentation\">\n<div class=\"ak-renderer-wrapper is-comment css-pw7jst\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_raw_js]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[\/vc_raw_js][\/vc_column][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?cid=dis_CO-01&amp;v=B6enLauaxrM\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17606 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ruralThumbnail.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"434\" height=\"243\" \/><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?cid=dis_CO-01&amp;v=B6enLauaxrM\">Enhancing Rural Development Initiatives: NAR\u2019s Rural Outreach Grant<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Unlock the potential of your rural community with support from the NAR Rural Outreach Grant for state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations. Access funding for rural issues like broadband, well and septic, open space preservation and more, and hear successes from other associations.<\/p>\n<p>Featuring:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Summary of the Rural Outreach Grant<\/li>\n<li>Success Stories<\/li>\n<li>How to take your initiatives to the next level and affect policy<\/li>\n<li>Summary of additional grants and resources from the Community Outreach team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Upcoming Webinars<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner bwd_show_when_type=&#8221;before&#8221; bwd_show_when_date=&#8221;08\/19\/2025 14:00&#8243; bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751392886888{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1752070190459{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;border-color: #E6E4E4 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1753709678094{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_CAzKCL_7Spq3FVazbmwpXw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Know First, Act Fast: How LUI Supercharges Your Advocacy <\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Tuesday, August 19th, 2:00 PM EST<\/strong><br \/>\n<a class=\"btn btn-success\" style=\"margin: 10px 0;\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_CAzKCL_7Spq3FVazbmwpXw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register today<\/a><br \/>\nLegislative threats like transfer taxes, residential moratoria, impact fees, and short-term rental regulations can emerge quickly and significantly affect real estate. NAR\u2019s Land Use Initiative (LUI) empowers state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations to take swift, strategic action with no-cost, expert analysis of proposed legislation\u2014and now, newly enacted measures where no prior input was possible but amendments may still be considered.<\/p>\n<p>Join this session to learn how to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Request an LUI analysis for proposed or recently enacted state and local measures<\/li>\n<li>Use reports to influence policymakers and stakeholders<\/li>\n<li>Strengthen your advocacy with expert insights<\/li>\n<li>Hear real-world success stories from Government Affairs Directors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>Speakers<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\nChristine Windle, Director, Community Outreach, National Association of REALTORS<br \/>\nTimothy C. Twardowski, Partner, Robinson &amp; Cole LLP<br \/>\nMaria McHale, C2EX. Governmental Affairs &amp; Policy Director. East Tennessee REALTORS<br \/>\nAsher Schiavone, Government Affairs Director \u00b7 Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS\u00ae<br \/>\nMichael Dobrow, Government Affairs Director, Illinois REALTORS\u00ae<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t miss this opportunity to harness LUI as a strategic tool for advancing your association\u2019s advocacy goals.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1756839485146{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=jIQJ2V7xnlc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shape Your Community\u2019s Future With NAR\u2019s Smart Growth Resources<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nAs communities struggle with where and how to grow, REALTORS\u00ae are bringing resources and expertise to the table. Learn how associations are partnering with local officials and shaping their community\u2019s future. The combination of NAR\u2019s smart growth resources and their local expertise ensures the REALTOR\u00ae\u2019s voice is heard as decisions are being made.<\/p>\n<h2>Transforming Neighborhoods<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element vc_custom_1615991728319\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p><strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0lsNjmhU8hE\">From Challenges to Opportunities: How NAR\u2019s Transforming Neighborhoods Program Can Revitalize Communities Webinar<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Final-Slides-combo-TN-Webinar.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">resources<\/a> <\/strong>are conducted in partnership with <a href=\"https:\/\/cre.org\/initiatives\/cre-consulting-corps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Counselors of Real Estate Consulting Corps.<\/a> We hope you found it inspirational as you consider a real estate challenge in your community and are preparing to apply for the Transforming Neighborhoods program in 2025.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"><strong>Resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: 0;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cre.org\/initiatives\/cre-consulting-corps\/project-summaries\/cre-consulting-corps-making-a-difference-in-spokane\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spokane Project Page<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cre.org\/initiatives\/cre-consulting-corps\/project-summaries\/making-a-difference-in-peoria-illinois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peoria Project Page<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cre.org\/initiatives\/cre-consulting-corps\/project-summaries\/making-a-difference-in-huntsville-alabama\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Huntsville Project Page<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"_16jlkb7n _1o9zkb7n _i0dl1osq _1ul9idpf _swxz1kw7\">\n<div role=\"presentation\">\n<div class=\"ak-renderer-wrapper is-comment css-pw7jst\">\n<div class=\"css-crdhf9\">\n<div class=\"ak-renderer-document\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner bwd_show_when_type=&#8221;before&#8221; bwd_show_when_date=&#8221;08\/19\/2025 14:00&#8243; bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751392886888{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1752070190459{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;border-color: #E6E4E4 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1754398738823{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_lmKDPnjERVygQjYVPSBRSw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Fair &amp; Attainable Housing Ideas Forum: Collaborating for Inclusive Homeownership<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Tuesday, October 21st, 2:00 PM EST<\/strong><br \/>\n<a class=\"btn btn-success\" style=\"margin: 10px 0;\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_lmKDPnjERVygQjYVPSBRSw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register today<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_csg-p\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Wondering how your association can advance fair and attainable housing training and policy and ensure people of all backgrounds have the opportunity to achieve homeownership? Want to take your ideas from initial brainstorming to achieving true change in your community?<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_csg-p\">Join NAR for an interactive virtual training and work session for association staff. This session will inspire and support participants, providing real-time feedback on ideas to advance fair and attainable housing and homeownership opportunities in their communities \u2013 and highlight how NAR grants can help.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_csg-p\">This session is open to all experience levels and will include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"x_csg-ul\">\n<li class=\"x_csg-li\">A summary of policy successes around the country to help you think about advancing policy in your own community.<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_csg-li\">Breakout rooms with peer associations and NAR staff to brainstorm and develop your ideas, share experiences, and receive immediate feedback.<\/li>\n<li class=\"x_csg-li\">Sharing of NAR resources available for your association.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><em data-prosemirror-content-type=\"mark\" data-prosemirror-mark-name=\"em\">Registration notes: This forum is for association staff and has limited capacity. One registration slot is available per association so please coordinate with your team on who will attend to represent you.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<h2>Upcoming Webinars<\/h2><style>\r\n\t.regBtn{\r\n\t\tmargin-left: 20px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.modal .regBtn{\r\n\t\tmargin-left: 0;\r\n\t}\r\n @media screen and (max-width:560px) { \r\n .regBtn, .conBtns{\r\n\tmargin-left: 0;\r\n\twidth: 90%;\r\n\tmargin-bottom: 8px;\r\n\t}\r\n}\r\n<\/style><div class=\"cycle-slideshow\" id=\"webinars\"><div class=\"event-list-item\"><span class=\"event-date\"><span class=\"date\">02<\/span> <span class=\"month\">Dec<\/span><span class=\"year\">2025<\/span><\/span><div class=\"event-list-cont\"><span class=\"meta-data\">Tuesday 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm<\/span><h4 class=\"post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_IsLPlHAcR2q2YPWhvFx2jg\" target=\"_blank\">Power\u00a0Up Your 2026 Advocacy: Community Outreach Grants and Resources to Lead Change<\/a><\/h4><div>Get ready for 2026 with the latest updates on NAR\u2019s Community Outreach grants and advocacy tools. Discover how Fair Housing, Housing Opportunity, Smart Growth, Placemaking, and Rural Outreach grants and resources can help your association advocate, educate, engage, and drive change. Learn what's new, what\u2019s funded, and how to plan successful initiatives using grants as well as the Land Use Initiative, Transforming Neighborhoods, State & Local Polling, and On Common Ground. Plus, get insider tips from association grant power users to maximize your impact.<\/div><div style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"><a class=\"btn btn-sm btn-primary conBtns\" href=\"javascript:;\" style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-right: 30px; font-size: 70%;\" data-toggle=\"modal\" data-target=\"#mod_23829\">MORE INFO<\/a><a class=\"btn btn-sm btn-primary regBtn conBtns\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_IsLPlHAcR2q2YPWhvFx2jg\" style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-right: 30px; font-size: 70%;\" target=\"_blank\">REGISTER TODAY<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"modal fade\" id=\"mod_23829\" role=\"dialog\"><div class=\"modal-dialog\"><div class=\"modal-content\"><div class=\"modal-header\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"close\" data-dismiss=\"modal\" style=\"background-color:#b03995;\">\u00d7<\/button><\/div><div class=\"modal-body\"><span class=\"event-date\"><span class=\"date\">02<\/span> <span class=\"month\">Dec<\/span><span class=\"year\">2025<\/span><\/span><span class=\"meta-data\">Tuesday 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm<\/span><h3 class=\"modal-title\" style=\"color:#b03995; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 6px;\">Power\u00a0Up Your 2026 Advocacy: Community Outreach Grants and Resources to Lead Change<\/h3><p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Get ready for 2026 with the latest updates on NAR\u2019s Community Outreach grants and advocacy tools. Discover how Fair Housing, Housing Opportunity, Smart Growth, Placemaking, and Rural Outreach grants and resources can help your association advocate, educate, engage, and drive change. Learn what's new, what\u2019s funded, and how to plan successful initiatives using grants as well as the Land Use Initiative, Transforming Neighborhoods, State &amp; Local Polling, and On Common Ground. Plus, get insider tips from association grant power users to maximize your impact.<\/span><\/p><h4 class=\"x_elementToProof\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Agenda:<\/span><\/h4><ul><li class=\"x_elementToProof\">2:00 \u2013 2:45 pm: Grant &amp; Resources Overview &amp; Reimbursement Process<\/li><li class=\"x_elementToProof\">2:45 -3:00 pm: Additional Tools and Information for Success<\/li><li class=\"x_elementToProof\">3:00 \u2013 3:10 pm: General Audience Q&amp;A<\/li><li class=\"x_elementToProof\">3:10 \u2013 3:30 pm: Virtual Lightning Round Breakout Rooms<\/li><\/ul><div style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"><a class=\"btn btn-sm btn-primary regBtn conBtns\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_IsLPlHAcR2q2YPWhvFx2jg\" style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-right: 30px; font-size: 70%;\" target=\"_blank\">REGISTER TODAY<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"modal-footer\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"btn btn-default btn-sm\" data-dismiss=\"modal\">Close<\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cycle-slideshow\" id=\"successStories\"><\/div>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Upcoming Webinar<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1743537807544{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1743537900810{margin-top: 0px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-color: #E6E4E4 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1743537791120{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_e-Q4ij9UT9KWaYrV_Ga-Qw\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"mark\" data-prosemirror-mark-name=\"link\"><strong data-prosemirror-content-type=\"mark\" data-prosemirror-mark-name=\"strong\">Smart Growth Learning Lab<\/strong><\/a><br data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"hardBreak\" data-prosemirror-node-inline=\"true\" \/><strong data-prosemirror-content-type=\"mark\" data-prosemirror-mark-name=\"strong\">Wednesday, April 30, 2:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">As advocates for property ownership and strong communities, your members are uniquely positioned to lead on smart growth issues. Join this session to discover how NAR grants and resources can help your association champion key initiatives\u2014from land use to housing opportunities. Engage with peers, share ideas and gain tools that support your advocacy work.<\/p>\n<p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\"><strong data-prosemirror-content-type=\"mark\" data-prosemirror-mark-name=\"strong\">What to Expect:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">Strategies to advance smart growth and public policy initiatives.<\/li>\n<li data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">Breakout sessions to workshop your ideas with experts.<\/li>\n<li data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">Real-world success stories funded by NAR grants initiatives resources.<\/li>\n<li data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">Resources to help your association drive change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a class=\"btn btn-success\" style=\"background-color: #b03995;\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_e-Q4ij9UT9KWaYrV_Ga-Qw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register today<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1743537955592{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;border-color: #D6D6D6 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1743537785844{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_sYDAm69LSCuiYFggTEstig#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Enhancing Rural Development Initiatives: NAR\u2019s Rural Outreach Grant<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Thursday, June 17th, 2:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Unlock the potential of your rural community with support from the NAR Rural Outreach Grant for state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations. Access funding for rural issues like broadband, well and septic, open space preservation and more, and hear successes from other associations.<\/p>\n<p>Featuring:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Summary of the Rural Outreach Grant<\/li>\n<li>Success Stories<\/li>\n<li>How to take your initiatives to the next level and affect policy<\/li>\n<li>Summary of additional grants and resources from the Community Outreach team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a class=\"btn btn-success\" style=\"background-color: #b03995;\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_sYDAm69LSCuiYFggTEstig#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register today<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_tdF29YAIRxiz3y6COucVag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Fair &amp; Attainable Housing Ideas Forum: Collaborating for Inclusive Homeownership<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Tuesday, March 11th, 2:00-3:30 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Wondering how your association can advance fair and attainable housing training and policy and ensure people of all backgrounds have the opportunity to achieve homeownership? Want to take your ideas from initial brainstorming to achieving true change in your community?<\/p>\n<p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">Join NAR for an interactive virtual training and work session for association staff. This session will inspire and support participants, providing real-time feedback on ideas to advance fair and attainable housing and homeownership opportunities in their communities \u2013 and highlight how NAR grants can help.<\/p>\n<p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\">This session is open to all experience levels and will include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Detailed examples of the types of initiatives you can launch, with grant support.<\/li>\n<li>A summary of policy successes around the country to help you think about advancing policy in your own community.<\/li>\n<li>Breakout rooms with peer associations and NAR staff to brainstorm and develop your ideas, share experiences, and receive immediate feedback.<\/li>\n<li>Sharing of NAR resources available for your association.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a class=\"btn btn-success\" style=\"background-color: #b03995;\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_tdF29YAIRxiz3y6COucVag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register today<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><em data-prosemirror-content-type=\"mark\" data-prosemirror-mark-name=\"em\">Registration notes: This forum is for association staff and has limited capacity. One registration slot is available per association so please coordinate with your team on who will attend to represent you.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<script>\r\n\/\/ Set the date we're counting down to\r\nvar countDownDate = new Date(\"December 3, 2024 00:15:00\").getTime();\r\n\r\n\/\/ Update the count down every 1 second\r\nvar x = setInterval(function() {\r\n\r\n  \/\/ Get todays date and time\r\n  var now = new Date().getTime();\r\n\r\n  \/\/ Find the distance between now an the count down date\r\n  var distance = countDownDate - now;\r\n\r\n  \/\/ Time calculations for days, hours, minutes and seconds\r\n  var days = Math.floor(distance \/ (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24));\r\n  var hours = Math.floor((distance % (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24)) \/ (1000 * 60 * 60));\r\n  var minutes = Math.floor((distance % (1000 * 60 * 60)) \/ (1000 * 60));\r\n  var seconds = Math.floor((distance % (1000 * 60)) \/ 1000);\r\n\r\n  \/\/ Display the result in the element with id=\"demo\"\r\n  document.getElementById(\"timer\").innerHTML = \"<span style='font-weight: bold; background-color: #dfb0d5; padding: 3px 7px;'>\" + days + \"d \" + hours + \"h \"\r\n  + minutes + \"m \" + seconds + \"s <\/span>\";\r\n\r\n  \/\/ If the count down is finished, write some text\r\n  if (distance < 0) {\r\n    clearInterval(x);\r\n    \/\/document.getElementById(\"timer\").innerHTML = \"Times Up!\";\r\n\tdocument.getElementById(\"timer\").innerHTML = \"\";\r\n\r\n  }\r\n}, 1000);\r\n<\/script>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Next Webinar: <span id=\"timer\"><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1727287222909{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Upcoming Webinars<\/h2>\n<p>More coming soon![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Housing Opportunity<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wsVm8PZaIsM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Make the Case for Affordability<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nLearn how REALTOR\u00ae associations used the Housing Opportunity grant and the Consumer Advocacy Outreach grant to develop compelling consumer awareness and education campaigns to advocate for affordability and increased housing solutions.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/470296876\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>REALTORS\u00ae\u2019 Response to COVID-19 Recovery and Housing Stabilization Efforts<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nAs communities work to recover from COVID-19, REALTORS\u00ae are stepping up and responding with solutions. Learn how associations are engaging with local and state government and community members to implement stabilization and recovery plans.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element vc_custom_1615991728319\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p><strong>Webinar Series: Stabilizing and Revitalizing Neighborhoods in the COVID-19 Era<\/strong><br \/>\nThis four-part webinar series examined how REALTOR\u00ae Associations can prepare for the critical role they will play with assisting local governments with their COVID-19 neighborhood stabilization and recovery strategies.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_l935g2-ASs\">Land Banking \u2013 Returning Properties to Productive Use<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=as9dbiWvjhc\">Transferring Vacant and Abandoned Properties<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=s2h2jr9XxkM\">Code Enforcement: A Tool for Preventing Vacancy and Abandonment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kdsbwPrZ4Zc\">Market Fundamentals to Address Property Vacancy and Abandonment<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element vc_custom_1615991728319\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?dis_HOM-49&amp;v=o3M6V_eo1yY\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17606\" src=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/webinarThumbnail_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"434\" height=\"243\" \/><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_tta_accordion shape=&#8221;square&#8221; active_section=&#8221;0&#8243; no_fill=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Transforming Neighborhoods: Help Your Community Solve a Challenging Real Estate Problem<br \/>\nSeptember 11 | 2PM ET&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;transform0924&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Placemaking<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KrIq5a4Tqus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Placemaking:\u00a0 Now More than Ever<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nCOVID has demonstrated that Placemaking, which creates outdoor public spaces and destinations for a community to gather, is needed now more than ever.\u00a0 There has never been a better time for your Association to apply for an <a href=\"https:\/\/nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frealtorparty.realtor%2Fcommunity-outreach%2Fplacemaking%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7CBMaddox%40nar.realtor%7C3b87289b18c54f499c3808d8eae5bc53%7C508bf1e00926458aa1eeccfb79f409c6%7C0%7C0%7C637517620456819938%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C2000&amp;sdata=dmsGKueDN1mtndQbioacvT9W3s3a1FxqPvNMqgjo%2Ffw%3D&amp;reserved=0\">NAR Placemaking Grant<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0 Hear several of your peers describe their placemaking projects, which may give you an idea for a project, during this online discussion.<\/p>\n<h2>Smart Growth<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=jIQJ2V7xnlc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shape Your Community\u2019s Future With NAR\u2019s Smart Growth Resources<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nAs communities struggle with where and how to grow, REALTORS\u00ae are bringing resources and expertise to the table. Learn how associations are partnering with local officials and shaping their community\u2019s future. The combination of NAR\u2019s smart growth resources and their local expertise ensures the REALTOR\u00ae\u2019s voice is heard as decisions are being made.<\/p>\n<h2>Transforming Neighborhoods<\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=g39xU7nUEhY\"><strong>Transforming Neighborhoods Information Webinar<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Slides.pdf\">slides<\/a> to learn more about NAR\u2019s partnership with the Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) Consulting Corps to help state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations take the lead in addressing commercial disinvestment, housing gaps, brownfield reuse and natural disaster redevelopment, and other real estate challenges. The session provided an overview of the program and application process, as well as insight from past participants.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/events\/policy-practice-process-webinars\">Webinar Series:\u00a0Policy, Practice, Process: Transforming Neighborhoods through Equitable Revitalization<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nThis six-part, online education series focused on realizing equitable revitalization strategies. The series provided REALTORS\u00ae with the knowledge and skills necessary to meaningfully partner with local government decision makers to address VAD properties. Each session featured actionable items for REALTORS\u00ae and their local government partners to consider.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/events\/policy-practice-process-webinars\" data-di-id=\"di-id-ea002020-65e857dd\">View session descriptions, speaker handouts, and bios.<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ye410DU4kAU\">Session 1 Systemic Vacancy: Community Costs and a Pathway Forward<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=XnZJ8DMg-I0\">Session 2: Using Data to Identify Opportunities<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_ALtVbyoccs\">Session 3: Engaging the Community to Develop Equitable Solutions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=qovwCTmaGnc\">Session 4: Effective, Efficient, and Equitable Code Enforcement Strategies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zKhTvJKaJPU\">Session 5: Land Banks: A Tool for Recovery and Stabilization<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=BAcGOeOtfTE\">Session 6: A Collaborative Approach to Building Communities through Arts and Culture<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element vc_custom_1615991728319\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p><strong>Webinar Series: Stabilizing and Revitalizing Neighborhoods in the COVID-19 Era<\/strong><br \/>\nThis four-part webinar series examined how REALTOR\u00ae Associations can prepare for the critical role they will play with assisting local governments with their COVID-19 neighborhood stabilization and recovery strategies.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_l935g2-ASs\">Land Banking \u2013 Returning Properties to Productive Use<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=as9dbiWvjhc\">Transferring Vacant and Abandoned Properties<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=s2h2jr9XxkM\">Code Enforcement: A Tool for Preventing Vacancy and Abandonment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kdsbwPrZ4Zc\">Market Fundamentals to Address Property Vacancy and Abandonment<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1723226730202{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_GXSsCWSESAaHFPrWuSIcaQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Transforming Neighborhoods: Help Your Community Solve a Challenging Real Estate Problem<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nSeptember 11 | 2PM ET<\/p>\n<p>Discover NAR&#8217;s partnership with CRE Consulting Corps, empowering REALTOR\u00ae associations to address commercial disinvestment, housing gaps, brownfield reuse, disaster redevelopment, and more. The session covers the program, application process, and insights and successful outcomes from local association participants.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-success\" style=\"background-color: #b03995;\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_GXSsCWSESAaHFPrWuSIcaQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register today.<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Fair &amp; Attainable Housing Ideas Forum: Collaborating for Inclusive Homeownership<br \/>\nSeptember 18 | 2PM ET&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;fairhousing0924&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1723226745382{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_FtFYNIvHS86r8CmTZJi6Gg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Fair &amp; Attainable Housing Ideas Forum: Collaborating for Inclusive Homeownership<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nSeptember 18 | 2PM ET<\/p>\n<p>Wondering how your association can advance fair and attainable housing training and policy and ensure people of all backgrounds have the opportunity to achieve homeownership? Want to take your ideas from initial brainstorming to achieving true change in your community?<\/p>\n<p>Join NAR for an interactive virtual training and work session for association staff. This session will inspire and support participants, providing real-time feedback on ideas to advance fair and attainable housing and homeownership opportunities in their communities \u2013 and highlight how NAR grants can help.<\/p>\n<p>This session is open to all experience levels and will include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Detailed examples of the types of initiatives you can launch, with grant support.<\/li>\n<li>A summary of policy successes around the country to help you think about advancing policy in your own community.<\/li>\n<li>Breakout rooms with peer associations and NAR staff to brainstorm and develop your ideas, share experiences, and receive immediate feedback.<\/li>\n<li>Sharing of NAR resources available for your association.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-success\" style=\"background-color: #b03995;\" href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_FtFYNIvHS86r8CmTZJi6Gg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register today.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Registration notes: This forum is for association staff and has limited capacity. One registration slot is available per association so please coordinate with your team on who will attend to represent you.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Placemaking<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KrIq5a4Tqus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Placemaking:\u00a0 Now More than Ever<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nCOVID has demonstrated that Placemaking, which creates outdoor public spaces and destinations for a community to gather, is needed now more than ever.\u00a0 There has never been a better time for your Association to apply for an <a href=\"https:\/\/nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frealtorparty.realtor%2Fcommunity-outreach%2Fplacemaking%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7CBMaddox%40nar.realtor%7C3b87289b18c54f499c3808d8eae5bc53%7C508bf1e00926458aa1eeccfb79f409c6%7C0%7C0%7C637517620456819938%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C2000&amp;sdata=dmsGKueDN1mtndQbioacvT9W3s3a1FxqPvNMqgjo%2Ffw%3D&amp;reserved=0\">NAR Placemaking Grant<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0 Hear several of your peers describe their placemaking projects, which may give you an idea for a project, during this online discussion.<\/p>\n<h2>Smart Growth<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=jIQJ2V7xnlc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shape Your Community\u2019s Future With NAR\u2019s Smart Growth Resources<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nAs communities struggle with where and how to grow, REALTORS\u00ae are bringing resources and expertise to the table. Learn how associations are partnering with local officials and shaping their community\u2019s future. The combination of NAR\u2019s smart growth resources and their local expertise ensures the REALTOR\u00ae\u2019s voice is heard as decisions are being made.<\/p>\n<h2>Transforming Neighborhoods<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/rec\/share\/7sYztgA2YjMnGJV3QCO7W7wsdobIt2wIEXD9WVhw-RsFGOSptrHCZRn_qDNgubWj.eLF9fDE8hWWPbf1m\"><strong>Transforming Neighborhoods Information Webinar<\/strong><\/a> (use Passcode: gEG53+*w) and <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Slides.pdf\">slides<\/a> to learn more about NAR\u2019s partnership with the Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) Consulting Corps to help state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations take the lead in addressing commercial disinvestment, housing gaps, brownfield reuse and natural disaster redevelopment, and other real estate challenges. The session provided an overview of the program and application process, as well as insight from past participants.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/events\/policy-practice-process-webinars\">Webinar Series:\u00a0Policy, Practice, Process: Transforming Neighborhoods through Equitable Revitalization<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nThis six-part, online education series focused on realizing equitable revitalization strategies. The series provided REALTORS\u00ae with the knowledge and skills necessary to meaningfully partner with local government decision makers to address VAD properties. Each session featured actionable items for REALTORS\u00ae and their local government partners to consider.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/events\/policy-practice-process-webinars\" data-di-id=\"di-id-ea002020-65e857dd\">View session descriptions, speaker handouts, and bios.<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ye410DU4kAU\">Session 1 Systemic Vacancy: Community Costs and a Pathway Forward<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=XnZJ8DMg-I0\">Session 2: Using Data to Identify Opportunities<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_ALtVbyoccs\">Session 3: Engaging the Community to Develop Equitable Solutions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=qovwCTmaGnc\">Session 4: Effective, Efficient, and Equitable Code Enforcement Strategies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zKhTvJKaJPU\">Session 5: Land Banks: A Tool for Recovery and Stabilization<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=BAcGOeOtfTE\">Session 6: A Collaborative Approach to Building Communities through Arts and Culture<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element vc_custom_1615991728319\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p><strong>Webinar Series: Stabilizing and Revitalizing Neighborhoods in the COVID-19 Era<\/strong><br \/>\nThis four-part webinar series examined how REALTOR\u00ae Associations can prepare for the critical role they will play with assisting local governments with their COVID-19 neighborhood stabilization and recovery strategies.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_l935g2-ASs\">Land Banking \u2013 Returning Properties to Productive Use<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=as9dbiWvjhc\">Transferring Vacant and Abandoned Properties<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=s2h2jr9XxkM\">Code Enforcement: A Tool for Preventing Vacancy and Abandonment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kdsbwPrZ4Zc\">Market Fundamentals to Address Property Vacancy and Abandonment<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><a class=\"media-box magnific-video alignright \" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cV7Z7wwBKFU?cid=dis_CO-01\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-17606\" src=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/commOutreachScreen._playBTNjpg-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"434\" height=\"243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/commOutreachScreen._playBTNjpg-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/commOutreachScreen._playBTNjpg-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/commOutreachScreen._playBTNjpg-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/commOutreachScreen._playBTNjpg-1536x860.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/commOutreachScreen._playBTNjpg-958x536.jpg 958w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/commOutreachScreen._playBTNjpg.jpg 1850w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px\" \/><\/a>Community Outreach<\/h2>\n<p>2<strong>024 Champion Issues with Community Outreach Grants Webinar<\/strong> Discover how to effectively leverage<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\"> Community Outreach grants<\/a> to advance your association&#8217;s community development and fair housing advocacy, engagement, and educational initiatives. Gain valuable insight into funding levels, types of initiatives supported, eligible expenses, application and review process timeframe, new reimbursement deadline, planning sessions and key points of contact. <a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/rec\/share\/C9OGN38Sk1EGPptrSswycrad8cqpXVUuyo6a-NJyTgrpgHV_l_07uC7d1dYKKFEh.1o0Mt6-3Vlz3fAjX\">Listen to the recording<\/a>.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/CO-Grants-Webinar-12-04-23.pdf?cid=dis_CO-01\">Access the Power Point<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Housing Opportunity<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wsVm8PZaIsM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Make the Case for Affordability<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nLearn how REALTOR\u00ae associations used the Housing Opportunity grant and the Consumer Advocacy Outreach grant to develop compelling consumer awareness and education campaigns to advocate for affordability and increased housing solutions.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/470296876\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>REALTORS\u00ae\u2019 Response to COVID-19 Recovery and Housing Stabilization Efforts<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nAs communities work to recover from COVID-19, REALTORS\u00ae are stepping up and responding with solutions. Learn how associations are engaging with local and state government and community members to implement stabilization and recovery plans.<\/p>\n<h2>Placemaking<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KrIq5a4Tqus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Placemaking:\u00a0 Now More than Ever<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nCOVID has demonstrated that Placemaking, which creates outdoor public spaces and destinations for a community to gather, is needed now more than ever.\u00a0 There has never been a better time for your Association to apply for an <a href=\"https:\/\/nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frealtorparty.realtor%2Fcommunity-outreach%2Fplacemaking%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7CBMaddox%40nar.realtor%7C3b87289b18c54f499c3808d8eae5bc53%7C508bf1e00926458aa1eeccfb79f409c6%7C0%7C0%7C637517620456819938%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C2000&amp;sdata=dmsGKueDN1mtndQbioacvT9W3s3a1FxqPvNMqgjo%2Ffw%3D&amp;reserved=0\">NAR Placemaking Grant<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0 Hear several of your peers describe their placemaking projects, which may give you an idea for a project, during this online discussion.<\/p>\n<h2>Smart Growth<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a class=\"media-box magnific-video\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=jIQJ2V7xnlc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shape Your Community\u2019s Future With NAR\u2019s Smart Growth Resources<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nAs communities struggle with where and how to grow, REALTORS\u00ae are bringing resources and expertise to the table. Learn how associations are partnering with local officials and shaping their community\u2019s future. The combination of NAR\u2019s smart growth resources and their local expertise ensures the REALTOR\u00ae\u2019s voice is heard as decisions are being made.<\/p>\n<h2>Transforming Neighborhoods<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/rec\/share\/7sYztgA2YjMnGJV3QCO7W7wsdobIt2wIEXD9WVhw-RsFGOSptrHCZRn_qDNgubWj.eLF9fDE8hWWPbf1m\"><strong>Transforming Neighborhoods Information Webinar<\/strong><\/a> (use Passcode: gEG53+*w) and <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Slides.pdf\">slides<\/a> to learn more about NAR\u2019s partnership with the Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) Consulting Corps to help state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations take the lead in addressing commercial disinvestment, housing gaps, brownfield reuse and natural disaster redevelopment, and other real estate challenges. The session provided an overview of the program and application process, as well as insight from past participants.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/events\/policy-practice-process-webinars\">Webinar Series:\u00a0Policy, Practice, Process: Transforming Neighborhoods through Equitable Revitalization<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nThis six-part, online education series focused on realizing equitable revitalization strategies. The series provided REALTORS\u00ae with the knowledge and skills necessary to meaningfully partner with local government decision makers to address VAD properties. 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Please check back soon for updates on interactive Community Outreach sessions. Wondering how your association can advance fair and attainable housing training and policy and ensure people of all backgrounds have the opportunity to achieve homeownership? Want to take your ideas from initial brainstorming to achieving true change in your community? Join NAR for an interactive virtual training and work session for association staff. This session will inspire and support participants, providing real-time feedback on ideas to advance fair and attainable housing and homeownership opportunities in their communities \u2013 and highlight how NAR grants can help. [\/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] Community Outreach [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=&#8221;&#8221; el_id=&#8221;rural1&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Enhancing Rural Development Initiatives: NAR\u2019s Rural Outreach Grant Legislative threats like transfer taxes, residential moratoria, impact fees, and short-term rental regulations can emerge quickly and significantly affect real estate. NAR&#8217;s Land Use Initiative (LUI) helps state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations stay ahead with no-cost, expert analysis of proposed legislation and now newly enacted measures when no prior input was possible, and amendments are still on the table. Join this session to learn how to: Request an LUI analysis for proposed or recently enacted state and local measures Use reports to influence policymakers and stakeholders Strengthen your advocacy with expert insights Hear real-world success stories from Government Affairs Directors [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]2025 Maximizing Impact with Community Outreach Grants and Resources Unlock the potential of Community Outreach grants to enhance your association\u2019s community development, fair housing advocacy, and educational initiatives. Gain expert insights on available funding levels, range of supported initiatives, association testimonials and eligible expenses. Learn about the application process, key deadlines, and reimbursement timelines. 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