<![CDATA[GAAR Blog]]> http://www.gaar.com/blog en Greater Albuquerque Association of REALTORS Copyright 2026 2026-06-18T21:42:00+00:00 NAR Webinar: How Appraisal Software Has Been Transformed https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/nar-webinar-how-appraisal-software-has-been-transformed https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/nar-webinar-how-appraisal-software-has-been-transformed#When:21:42:00Z NAR Webinar: How Appraisal Software Has Been Transformed

The appraisal industry continues to evolve, and staying informed is essential for REALTORS® and appraisers alike. That's why the National Association of REALTORS® is inviting members to join its ongoing…

]]> 2026-06-18T21:42:00+00:00 Shelyna Tinglin on Wednesday, June 24th https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/speaker-series-shelyna-tinglin https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/speaker-series-shelyna-tinglin#When:19:21:00Z Shelyna Tinglin on Wednesday, June 24th

GAAR’s Speaker Series continues on Wednesday, June 24th, with nationally recognized educator and broker Shelyna Tinglin.

Known for her energetic teaching style and practical, real-world strategies, Shelyna brings two business-building…

]]> 2026-06-18T19:21:00+00:00 Backpacks Needed for APS School Year https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/Donate-a-New-Backpack-2026 https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/Donate-a-New-Backpack-2026#When:18:25:00Z Backpacks Needed for APS School Year

Backpack Drive 2026: Help Local Students Start the School Year Ready

A new school year is right around the corner, and our annual Backpack Drive is underway. With your help,…

]]> 2026-06-18T18:25:00+00:00 G.R.E.A.T. Event with an Important Supra Update https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/g.r.e.a.t.-2026 https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/g.r.e.a.t.-2026#When:21:04:00Z G.R.E.A.T. Event with an Important Supra Update

Get ready for a full day of tech, tools, and training designed to highlight your membership benefits.

G.R.E.A.T. brings together industry experts and SWMLS product vendors to offer live demonstrations…

]]> 2026-06-17T21:04:00+00:00 NAR Applauds Senate Advancement of Bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/senate-advancement-21st-century-road-to-housing-act https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/senate-advancement-21st-century-road-to-housing-act#When:20:35:00Z NAR Applauds Senate Advancement of Bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

Today, Shannon McGahn, executive vice president and chief advocacy officer of the National Association of Realtors®, issued the following statement after the Senate passed a bipartisan motion to proceed to…

]]> 2026-06-17T20:35:00+00:00 Consumer Guide: 10 Tips for Unpacking Smartly After a Move https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/consumer-guide-10-tips-for-unpacking-smartly-after-a-move https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/consumer-guide-10-tips-for-unpacking-smartly-after-a-move#When:17:02:00Z Consumer Guide: 10 Tips for Unpacking Smartly After a Move

NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and educate sellers on the choices…

]]> 2026-06-17T17:02:00+00:00 It’s Giving Homeowner: Gen Z’s Path to Homeownership https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/its-giving-homeowner-gen-zs-path-to-homeownership https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/its-giving-homeowner-gen-zs-path-to-homeownership#When:16:35:00Z It’s Giving Homeowner: Gen Z’s Path to Homeownership

Gen Z is officially moving differently. Known for their pragmatic approach to tackling a set of inherited challenges (“not an affordability crisis and limited inventory”), Gen Z is redefining what…

]]> 2026-06-17T16:35:00+00:00 Juneteenth in Albuquerque: Honoring Freedom, History, and Community https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/juneteenth-in-albuquerque-2026 https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/juneteenth-in-albuquerque-2026#When:19:54:00Z Juneteenth in Albuquerque: Honoring Freedom, History, and Community

Juneteenth is a federal holiday observed annually on June 19, recognizing the end of slavery in the United States and celebrating freedom, resilience, and progress. Established as a federal holiday…

]]> 2026-06-16T19:54:00+00:00 The Next NMREC May Meeting is July 15th https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/nmrec-regular-meetings-2026 https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/nmrec-regular-meetings-2026#When:19:54:00Z The Next NMREC May Meeting is July 15th

NMREC Regular Meetings will no longer be held at the GAAR Event Center or viewable on YouTube.

NMREC Location & Viewing Options
  • Meetings will now be held at one of…

    ]]> 2026-06-16T19:54:00+00:00 Lanya Androlewicz is a Good Neighbor https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/lanya-androlewicz-is-a-good-neighbor https://www.gaar.com/blog/article/lanya-androlewicz-is-a-good-neighbor#When:21:16:00Z Lanya Androlewicz is a Good Neighbor

    Meet 2025 GAAR Good Neighbor Lanya Androlewicz

    For more than 25 years, Lanya Androlewicz has dedicated countless hours to improving the lives of animals throughout New Mexico. As President of the…

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