About
We work in lockstep with state and local REALTOR® associations to raise awareness on real estate policy.
Our mission is to address the tough issues facing local communities, such as chronic housing shortage, rising taxes, and the systemic barriers to homeownership.
First Time Homebuyer
If you’re looking to purchase your first home, it’s time to get organized.
Protect Your Home Equity
Your home is one of your largest assets and will likely play a key role in financing your retirement.
Action Alerts
Our work on behalf of property owners and their communities.
New Jersey
September 16, 2024
Cape May Lead Inspection STR
Cape May is looking to require STR be inspected for lead, which could mean every single time there is guest turnover, which is unnecessary, adds time constraints, and costs for all rentals properties.
North Carolina
September 5, 2024
Ashville Zoning Changes
Changes to Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) that will relax the standards for flag lots and cottage developments and thereby activate thousands of new housing lots in the city for possible development.
New York
August 15, 2024
City of Beacon Good Cause Eviction
The City of Beacon, NY is considering a proposal called good cause evictions which would limit the ability of landlords to evict tenants unless they meet a very specific reason laid in the bill.
Rhode Island
August 12, 2024
Newport STR Restrictions
Previously the city banned short term rentals in Residential Areas, allowing them in General Business and Waterfront Business districts only, with special permits outside these areas.
Tennessee
June 6, 2024
Sumner County Rural Preservation
In an attempt to preserve the rural beauty of Sumner County, officials looked to put a hold on all development which would further hurt the housing market.
Oregon
May 30, 2024
Florence Development Fee Increase
The Florence City Council voted to approve a 26% increase in development fees which will subject property owners and builders to substantial cost for building.
Texas
May 9, 2024
Austin Missing Middle Zoning
Austin City Council is considering additional changes to the City’s Land Development Code that would make it easier to build more homes across the city, allow for a greater variety of housing types, like townhomes and cottage courts, and encourage transit-supportive density to help address our affordability crisis.
Michigan
May 3, 2024
Adrian Point of Sale
The City of Adrian is proposing a Point of Sale Ordinance regarding exterior inspections, intending is to curb blight, it’s guidelines are unfortunately unclear, and has the potential for unintended consequences.
Rhode Island
May 1, 2024
Block Island STR Ban
Block Island, a tourist destination, was considering a Short-Term Rental ban.
New York
April 29, 2024
Poughkeepsie Rent Control
Poughkeepsie proposing to declare a housing emergency to enact rent control policies, which would lead to unit hoarding and sky-rocketing rents on new rentals.
North Carolina
April 18, 2024
Ashville Zoning Changes
REALTOR® led initiative that would immediately activate thousands of lots within the city for development of Singel Family Rentals at more attainable price points.
Rhode Island
April 8, 2024
Narragansett STR Restrictions
Narragansett proposal would mandate short-term rentals last for a minimum of seven nights. It would also ban the use of short-term rentals for weddings, banquets, corporate events, and bachelor or bachelorette parties.
North Carolina
April 4, 2024
Buncombe County STR April Meetings
The culmination of the Buncombe County STR Restrictions with the intention of driving people to the meeting to oppose STR restrictions.
North Carolina
March 28, 2024
Buncombe County STR Commission Targeting
The STR in Buncombe County moved from the Planning Board to the Council, where new outreach was directed.
Rhode Island
March 25, 2024
Point of Sale Requirement
legislation that would require prospective homebuyers to hire a licensed electrician during the transaction process, in addition to the regular inspector used when buying a home, which would add untold costs to buying a home.
North Carolina
March 25, 2024
Boone STR Restrictions
Boone County was looking to restrict Short-Term Rentals in the county.
Utah
February 16, 2024
Housing Inventory
The Utah Association of REALTORS is supporting an affordable housing package of four bills with the overall goal is to build 35,000 homes by 2028.
Illinois
February 8, 2024
Plainfield Crime Free Rental Ordinance
The Village of Planfield was considering new rental regulations that would add to the cost of rent during an already tight housing market.
Washington
February 1, 2024
REET 2024
Washington State Legislature looking to put a new sales tax on real estate sales during a housing crisis.
Ohio
January 23, 2024
Cleveland Residents First Housing Regulations
The Mayor of Cleveland wanted to add more costs for renters and make real estate agents equally responsible for property maintenance as the actual property owner.
Missouri
January 23, 2024
St Robert Town Hall FLW Gate Hours
Missouri REALTORS® organized to maintain gate operating hours at a major access point to the local hosptial for residents on the other side of the gate,
North Carolina
January 5, 2024
Buncombe County STR Restrictions
Short-Term Rental regulations being proposed for the unincorporated parts of Buncombe County.
California
January 5, 2024
Santa Barbara Rent Control
Santa Barbara City Council looking to make it difficult to fix up properties that need serious maintenance with additional rent control restrictions.
