Advocacy Scoop focuses on shutdowns and elections: What’s next for real estate?

The most recent Advocacy Scoop (Episode 21) was recorded live at the NXT Conference in Houston and just as the government shutdown was ending after 43 days. The episode breaks down the new government funding deal that ends the shutdown, what it means for housing programs and the real estate market, and how recent election results will guide NAR’s advocacy priorities heading into 2026.

Advocacy Scoop Episode 21: Shutdowns and Elections—What’s Next for Real Estate
EVP and Chief Advocacy Officer Shannon McGahn and VP of Advocacy Communications Patrick Newton explain how the new funding deal brings key housing programs back online, what’s next for federal policy, and how recent election outcomes are shaping NAR’s advocacy agenda.

Episode’s Key Highlights:

• How the new government funding deal restores key housing programs and impacts transactions nationwide.
• What the latest election results mean for housing policy and real estate advocacy.
• NAR’s key advocacy focus areas as Washington, and the real estate industry, look ahead to 2026.

Take a listen here: Advocacy Scoop Episode 21: Shutdowns and Elections—What’s Next for Real Estate.