News (NMAR, MAR, & NAR)

Back to Blog April 6, 2026 Claire Brenneman 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…

Back to Blog March 30, 2026 Claire Brenneman 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,…

Back to Blog March 23, 2026 Claire Brenneman 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…

Back to Blog March 9, 2026 Claire Brenneman When you joined the Northwest Montana Association of REALTORS®, you didn’t just join a trade group. You committed to a higher professional standard.  The Northwest Montana Association of REALTORS® enforces the REALTOR® Code of Ethics locally on behalf of the National Association of REALTORS®. That Code is what sets REALTORS® apart from licensees who are…

Back to Blog March 2, 2026 Claire Brenneman Over 300 members responded to our 2026 Annual Member Survey. That is huge and proof that when we ask, you answer. A big thank-you to everyone who completed the survey! 🙌 As a token of our appreciation, we are giving three $50 gift cards randomly to those…

Wrapping Up a Steller Education Year and Looking Ahead to 2026 November 12, 2025 Claire Brenneman The Northwest Montana Association of REALTORS® (NMAR) celebrated a successful 2025 education year, providing members with a dynamic mix of classes designed to expand knowledge, sharpen skills, and prepare for the evolving real estate market. This year’s curriculum offered…