Fair Housing CE Opportunities Available Throughout 2026
April is Fair Housing Month, which serves as a reminder to real estate professionals to continue their education and dedication to upholding fair housing law. KCRAR provides fair housing educational opportunities throughout the year for agents to grow in their knowledge. All the classes listed below satisfy the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Fair Housing […]
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President Nichols: The Standard We Carry is Greater Than Average
By David Nichols, 2026 KCRAR President April is Fair Housing Month. If you’ve been in this business for any length of time, you’ve heard the message before: Know the laws. Follow the rules. Treat everyone equally. All of that matters. But Fair Housing isn’t just about compliance, it’s about the standard we choose to carry […]
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President Mall: Fostering Fair Housing
By Andrew Mall, 2025 KCRAR President April is Fair Housing Month. As real estate professionals, Fair Housing remains front of mind in our work every day, but April serves as a good reminder for us to carve out some time to strengthen and maintain our working knowledge of this integral policy. As you know, Fair […]
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Johnson County Museum Launches Digital Version of Award-Winning ‘REDLINED’ Exhibit
via Johnson County Museum Overland Park, Kan. — The Johnson County Museum proudly announces the launch of its newest digital exhibition, “REDLINED: Cities, Suburbs, and Segregation.” Set to debut at the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center’s Juneteenth celebration on June 8, this innovative online exhibition delves into the complex history of redlining and its […]
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President Cunningham: April is Fair Housing Month!
By Cindy Cunningham, 2024 KCRAR President As we embrace Fair Housing Month, it is essential for REALTORS® to reflect on the significance of fair housing laws and their impact on our communities. Established to combat discrimination and ensure equal access to housing opportunities, Fair Housing Month serves as a reminder of the ongoing commitment to […]
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Fair Housing Educational Opportunities Available from KCRAR
April is Fair Housing Month, which serves as a reminder to real estate professionals to continue their education and dedication to upholding fair housing law. KCRAR provides fair housing educational opportunities in April and throughout the year for agents to grow in their knowledge. KCRAR Latte & Learn — Redlined: Cities, Suburbs and SegregationApril 12, […]
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Column: Commit to Fair Housing
By Jennifer Cox, 2024 KCRAR Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Chair Every April, REALTORS® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 and reflect on housing discrimination and segregation, past and present. As real estate professionals, we have an opportunity to be a part of equitable and inclusive change. Navigating fair housing laws is […]
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NAR Applauds White House Task Force for Changes to Address Appraisal Bias
National Association of REALTORS® National Association of Realtors® President Kenny Parcell issued the following statement today after the White House’s Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) Task Force announced significant regulatory actions and changes to address appraisal bias: “Realtors® are dedicated to upholding fair housing laws in all aspects of real estate, including appraisals,” said […]
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Real Estate Trade Groups Unite in Support of Federal Fair Housing Rule
The rule improves upon HUD’s 2015 AFFH rule, providing for more robust community engagement, streamlining processes for funding recipients, and providing greater transparency. The proposed rule also places a new emphasis on expanding homeownership opportunities.
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3 Podcast Episodes to Add to Your Commute This Fair Housing Month
KCRAR’s podcast, Kansas City RealTalk, hosts expert guests each week to discuss a wide range of real estate topics. With over 100 episodes in the archives, many fair housing and inclusion related episodes are worth revisiting for Fair Housing Month. Find them on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any major podcast platform. DEI Chair Gwen Goins […]
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