Center for Realtor Development

10/05/2026

Agents who are REALTORS® are turning to technology primarily to get time back and to give clients a better experience, according to NAR’s 2026 REALTORS® Technology Report. https://bit.ly/4hnfLO9

NAR’s 2026 REALTORS® Technology Report finds that 81% of agents adopt technology to save time and 71% use it to improve the client experience. Nearly half use artificial intelligence daily or weekly, most often for listing descriptions, social media posts and email follow-up. The report also exam...

10/01/2026

October is Professional Development Month! Take advantage of NAR resources designed to advance your proficiency, marketability, leadership skills, and career—from Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) and L.E.A.D. courses to Leadership Academy. https://bit.ly/4hwYyBW

09/28/2026

Build stronger investor relationships and grow your own real estate portfolio. Discover practical investing strategies in the Real Estate Investing Certificate Live Interactive Webinar Course on October 22. https://bit.ly/3T1ZgPF

09/25/2026

Prioritize your safety as a real estate professional. Save 20% on Vulnerable to Vigilant: Practical Safety Strategies for Real Estate Professionals webinar when you purchase this digital download by October 14! https://bit.ly/4yiXvww

09/23/2026

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Lynn Madison, a cherished, long-standing contributor and instructor for CRD courses. We are deeply grateful for her years of service, dedication, and meaningful contributions to REALTOR® education and professional development. Her commitment to education and the REALTOR® community will be remembered and greatly missed. https://bit.ly/4jlQVAN

It is with great sadness that we join the REALTOR® family in mourning the passing of respected real estate industry leader and educator Lynn Madison. Lynn educated thousands of real estate professionals in Illinois through the classes she conducted at the Illinois School of Real Estate and Illinois...

09/16/2026

Boost your business with next-level digital skills! Join the ePRO® Certification webinar to master marketing, social media, AI productivity, and reputation management. Don’t miss your chance to get ahead! Sign up for the course: https://bit.ly/4xYYfab

09/04/2026

NAR is taking real estate education to the next level. The Center for REALTOR® Development is getting a major upgrade designed around how today's real estate professionals actually learn and work. See what's ahead for NAR education.

The association previewed improvements coming to its Center for REALTOR® Development.

09/02/2026

Your expertise is one of your most valuable business assets. Make sure your clients see it. Earning a designation or certification shows you've invested in expanding your knowledge and developing specialized skills. But the real value comes from putting that expertise to work for your clients.

Real estate designations and certifications signal expertise and commitment, but their value depends on visibility. This article outlines how brokers can help agents promote credentials effectively, strengthen consumer trust and reinforce the brokerage’s overall credibility.

08/29/2026

Discover what’s ahead for NAR education as we explore the pilot for the Verified Instructor Training program from the Center for REALTOR® Development (CRD) and its focus on building a better learning experience. Find out how this program will improve educational opportunities for REALTORS® by using the latest in adult learning, interactive classrooms, and new resources to help real estate professionals level up their game.

08/29/2026

NAR is piloting a new Verified Instructor Training program designed to elevate the quality of real estate education. The program helps instructors create more engaging, learner-centered experiences and gives learners more opportunities to participate, practice and apply their skills. Learn more about how NAR is raising the bar for real estate education.

NAR’s new Verified Instructor Training program gives real estate educators tools to create engaging, learner-centered experiences that strengthen professionalism.