To begin participating in NAR's International Market-to-Market Program, research international markets with potential for partnership by using information presented to you by NAR, including data about international citizens in the United States, international business activity by state, profiles of individual countries' real estate practices, and a presentation from a REALTOR® association that has already made a connection.

Roadmap to Information About the Foreign-Born

This 17-page guide helps real estate professionals help themselves to a vast array of information about foreign-born real estate buyers in the United States. It highlights the important role foreign investment plays in the economy of the nation and individual states. Information on both residential and commercial markets is included.

State-by-State International Business Activity Reports

These downloadable 14-page reports look at international business activity by state, including the number of foreigners arriving from various countries, homeownership rates, and top exports.

REALTOR® Association of Miami and the Beaches (RAMB) Presentation

Learn how the REALTOR® Association of Miami and the Beaches (RAMB) and a local real estate association in Paris, France, have developed a Market-to-Market relationship. This presentation was given at NAR's 2008 Midyear Meetings by Teresa King Kinney, CEO of RAMB.

Next Steps

If you have gathered enough information to determine you would like to pursue a Market-to-Market relationship, proceed to the Make Contact page.

Disclaimer: NAR is functioning solely as a facilitator/clearinghouse, and we do not guarantee any business development from participation in the International Market-to-Market Program.