NAR Advocacy Scoop
Advocacy Scoop Episode 23: Inside the Advocacy Strategic Plan—What It Means for Your Business
In the first episode of 2026, EVP and Chief Advocacy Officer Shannon McGahn and VP of Advocacy Communications Patrick Newton outline the advocacy component of NAR’s new Strategic Plan and the 2026 policy goals that matter most to members, including increasing housing inventory, addressing NIMBYism and protecting access to homeownership and REALTOR® representation. Shannon also shares how associations can leverage legislative and grassroots efforts to increase housing supply and affordability, ensuring that homeownership is attainable for more Americans.
Episode’s Key Highlights:
- An overview of the advocacy pillar of NAR’s new Strategic Plan and how it guides 2026 priorities
- The top policy goals for 2026, including expanding housing inventory and improving affordability
- How NAR is working to confront NIMBYism and address the growing equity gap in housing
Housing supply, affordability and access—what’s next for advocacy in 2026
A new year brings new advocacy priorities. Hear how NAR plans to tackle housing supply, affordability and access to homeownership in 2026, straight from the Advocacy team. Listen now.