The Leadership Development Academy is designed to develop visionary, service-oriented REALTOR® members for professional, civic and community leadership roles. The program, which runs from September to December of 2026, exposes a diverse cohort to a variety of topics through seminars, events and experiential learning sessions. Working with professional leadership coaches, participants identify critical leadership skills and how to tap into their strengths as a leader – in their career and their community. The program also offers an overview of the significance of community involvement and insight into the leadership roles within a REALTOR® organization. Program Schedule & Details [...]

Town Hall Join Attorney Michael Lafayette as he reviews the key legal, regulatory and forms updates effective July 1, 2026. In this session, we will discuss revisions to CVR MLS forms, new laws affecting real estate practice, and updated regulations. Thursday, June 11 | 10AM - 12PM Limited to principal and managing brokers Broker Town Hall Registration Wednesday, June 24 | 1PM - 3PM Open to RAR Members and CVR MLS Users Town Hall Registration Thursday, June 25 | 10AM - 12PM Open to RAR Members and CVR MLS Users Town Hall [...]

Discrimination in the real estate industry is real and ongoing. As community leaders, REALTORS® have the opportunity to be a part of the transformative solution, providing equal service to all. As a part of an ongoing commitment to Fair Housing practices, the Richmond Association of REALTORS® Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee encourages all members of RAR to: Complete Fairhaven Training at fairhaven.realtor Inspired by real stories, Fairhaven is an interactive simulation training to help REALTORS® identify, prevent, and address discriminatory practices in real estate. Agents work against the clock to sell homes in the fictional town of Fairhaven while confronting [...]

The Richmond Association of REALTORS® is now accepting applications for the 2025 Circle of Excellence. This program recognizes REALTORS® who are committed to professional development, leadership and community engagement. Click here to apply for the Circle of Excellence Members who apply and qualify for the Circle of Excellence will be able to take advantage of a wide array of benefits, including a free headshot, promotion on social media and in the RAR lobby, an electronic badge for online display and recognition at RAR events. Realtors can advance not only their proficiency but their marketability through the Circle of Excellence. Honorees [...]

All members of the National Association of REALTORS® are required to complete at least 2 hours of Fair Housing training upon becoming members and within a three-year cycle thereafter. The current three-year cycle began January 1, 2025. This REALTOR® membership requirement must be satisfied by December 31, 2027. The purpose of this ongoing training is to ensure REALTORS® provide equal professional services as an essential part of our commitment to a higher ethical standard. To satisfy this membership requirement, you may: Submit evidence of an approved course completion to membership@RARealtors.com. Attend a free Fair Housing course with RAR. These [...]

All members of the National Association of REALTORS® are required to complete at least 2.5 hours of an approved Code of Ethics training within a three-year cycle. The current three-year cycle began January 1, 2025. This REALTOR® membership requirement must be satisfied by December 31, 2027. The purpose of this ongoing training is to enhance professionalism and competency, heighten awareness of the key tenets of the Code of Ethics and to encourage REALTORS® to view the Code as a living, viable guide in their dealings with clients, customers, and the public. Check my Code of Ethics Status To [...]