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Our Mission

Northwest Montana Association of REALTORS® seeks to support and serve our members and enhance our communities through advocacy, professionalism and outreach. With over 1,300 REALTOR® members who are apart of Lincoln County, Flathead County and Lake County.

Our Mission

Northwest Montana Association of REALTORS® seeks to support and serve our members and enhance our communities through advocacy, professionalism and outreach. With over 1,300 REALTOR® members who are apart of Lincoln County, Flathead County and Lake County.

Asset 1

Advocacy

We actively advocate for real estate professionals by engaging in legislative and regulatory issues that impact our industry at the local, state, and national levels.

Asset 2

Professionalism

We offer 80 to 100+ continuing education opportunities each year to help you grow your expertise, stay compliant, and advance your real estate career.

Outreach

Outreach

We empower our REALTORS® to give back through our Charitable Foundation, supporting initiatives that strengthen and enrich the communities we serve.

News from NMAR

Generosity at Work: Your Foundation in Action

April 27, 2026

Back to Blog When NMAR members give to the Charitable Foundation, that generosity doesn’t disappear into an account somewhere. It comes back home. It shows up in classrooms, community tables, and organizations quietly doing the hard work of making Northwest Montana a place people want to stay, raise families, and put down roots. The Foundation…

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Market Update – March 2026

April 20, 2026

Back to Blog The March numbers are in, and the story is pretty clear: the market is adjusting. Across Flathead, Lincoln, and Lake counties, activity picked up while prices softened. Closed sales jumped 42.9% year-over-year, and pending sales rose 6.1%, signaling steady buyer interest. At the same time, new listings dipped slightly, down 2.5%. Prices…

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Better. Fairer. Stronger

April 6, 2026

Back to Blog Fair Housing is not just a legal requirement it is about making sure everyone in our community has an equal shot at finding a home. When REALTORS® follow Fair Housing principles, we help: Stronger Neighborhoods Inclusive communities are more resilient and vibrant for everyone. Legal Protection Following Fair Housing safeguards you and…

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Why the “Three-Way Agreement” Actually Matters (More Than You Think)

March 30, 2026

Back to Blog Let’s be honest, most REALTORS® don’t wake up thinking about association structure. You’re focused on clients, closings, and keeping deals together. Fair. But behind every showing, contract, and commission check is something quietly holding it all together: The Three-Way Agreement. It’s the partnership between your local association, state association, and the National…

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NMAR vs. MLS: What’s the Difference (and Why It Matters)

March 23, 2026

Back to Blog If you’ve ever wondered whether the Northwest Montana Association of REALTORS® (NMAR) and the Montana Regional MLS are the same thing…you’re not alone. They work closely together, but they are separate organizations with different roles, different leadership, and different purposes. Let’s break it down. Who We Are: Your Local Association The Northwest Montana Association of REALTORS® (NMAR) is a local trade association serving…

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