What Is the Biggest Challenge Facing the NAR Today? The Pulse

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Pulse is a recurring column where we ask readers to take a variety of topics in a weekly survey and report back on our findings.
The National Association of Realtors has been embroiled in drama for several years now, especially in the last year and a half. From leadership scandals to lawsuits, it’s been a tough time to work at NAR — and a tough time to be a Realtor.
Now, questions about Clear Partnership are in the air, the trade group wants to define and develop its legal strategy moving forward, there are still consumer commission cases and a Justice Department investigation, all under the new CEO.
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Of all these challenges (and more), we want to know which one(s) you see as the biggest obstacle NAR faces. Do you think the organization can get out of its current problems, or will groups like AREA take market share? Does NAR’s government work make it redundant, or is it time for something else? Do you see real estate professionals diversifying their representation or using a more localized system? Let us know below: