The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes multiple NAR-championed provisions designed to support homeownership, drive investment in housing supply, and strengthen the real estate economy.
Legislative decisions at every level of government impact how we do business, safeguard private property rights, and help our clients achieve the dream of homeownership.
With the full legislature and governor facing re-election in 2026, HGAR and NYSAR are already preparing for what could be a watershed year for housing policy.
A Mamdani candidacy and potential mayoralty could signal a policy environment more focused on tenant protections, rent regulations and public housing expansion.
With this bill in place, all stakeholders from buyers to brokers can expect greater predictability and accountability in a process that has long needed reform.
At its Mid-Year Meeting, NAR also officially rescinded its “Non-Commingling Rule,” which was an optional policy that permitted Multiple Listing Services to limit display of listings online.
The Realtor delegation representing every state and territory rallied around several core issues that require Congressional action. These priorities were: expanding housing opportunity, protecting the Realtor business model and supporting homeownership for all Americans.
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