How they can help
The National Association of Real Estate Brokers promotes democracy in housing while helping expand sustainable homeownership and wealth-building opportunities in Black communities. Through its Realtist network, attendees can connect with real estate professionals, learn about the homebuying journey, explore real estate careers, and access resources that support long-term wealth building.
Programs and services
NAREB promotes democracy in housing and works to expand sustainable homeownership and generational wealth. Through its Realtist network, consumers can connect with real estate agents, brokers, mortgage professionals, housing counselors, appraisers, developers, and other professionals who can help navigate the homebuying process. NAREB also provides homeownership education, advocacy, professional networking, and resources for real estate professionals.
Who This Is For
Open to individuals and families interested in homeownership, real estate, and wealth building, as well as real estate professionals interested in NAREB membership and professional development. Qualification for mortgages, down-payment assistance, housing programs, or other financial resources will depend on the individual program or provider.
Your next step
Let the NAREB representative know whether you are interested in buying a home, preparing to purchase in the future, investing in real estate, or working in the real estate industry. Ask them to connect you with the appropriate Realtist or housing professional and identify your next step, whether that is homebuyer education, credit preparation, financing, down-payment assistance research, or professional membership.
Questions to ask
- 1.I'm interested in buying a home—what should my first step be?
- 2.Can you connect me with a Realtist or housing professional in my area?
- 3.What resources are available for first-time homebuyers or people who aren't mortgage-ready yet?
- 4.Where should I look for down-payment assistance or homebuyer programs?
- 5.I'm in the real estate industry—what are the benefits of becoming involved with NAREB?