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Federal Issues in Brief

Can the combined voices of over one million REALTORS� make a difference in Washington? NAR knows they can.

You can play an important part in NAR's efforts to support legislation and regulations that benefit REALTORS�. Learn about the issues. Sign up at the NAR Action Center. Participate during Calls for Action and make your voice heard!

Top Legislative & Regulatory Priorities

Small Business Health Coverage

	Support legislation that would enable small businesses and self-employed workers to band together to negotiate lower health insurance costs. Send a letter to Congress now!
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Banks in Real Estate

	Help enact legislation that will permanently bar banks from entering real estate brokerage and property management. Take action by sending a letter to Congress now!
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Government-Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs): Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Federal Home Loans

Help reform and maintain the important role that GSEs play in sustaining the residential real estate market.

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Help NAR protect REALTORS� from unfair and costly changes to their marketing practices.

Affordable Housing Tax Credit

Help support the American dream of homeownership. Tax credits to developers will make more affordable homes available.

RESPA (Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act)

RESPA governs the real estate settlement process. NAR continues to monitor reform efforts and protect the interests of REALTORS� and consumers.

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