Advocacy is at the heart of what REALTORS® do.
From City Hall to Capitol Hill, your Association works every day to protect private property rights, promote homeownership, and ensure the real estate industry remains strong and sustainable for our members and their clients.
REALTOR® advocacy is strictly nonpartisan—focused not on political parties or ideology, but on sound policies and informed decision-making that strengthen housing, property rights, and the economic vitality of our communities.
RPAC Advocacy Accomplishments in 2025:
National: The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)
At the federal level, NAR advocates for REALTORS® and property owners across the country. NAR monitors legislation and regulations that impact real estate on a national scale—from tax policy and fair housing to mortgage finance and environmental regulation.
Through the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) and Federal Political Coordinators, NAR builds relationships with members of Congress to ensure that real estate has a strong, unified voice in Washington, D.C. Learn more here.
State: The New Mexico Association of REALTORS® (NMAR)
At the state level, NMAR represents REALTORS® before the Governor’s Office, the Legislature, and state agencies.
The REALTORS® Political Action Committee of New Mexico (RPAC-NM) supports pro-real-estate candidates and issues—not based on political affiliation, but on their commitment to protecting property rights and promoting a healthy housing market.
Trustees for RPAC-NM’s Central District collaborate closely with local REALTOR® associations, including GAAR, to coordinate advocacy priorities and campaign support. Their work ensures that New Mexico’s real estate professionals have a consistent and respected presence in state policymaking.
Local: The Greater Albuquerque Association of REALTORS® (GAAR)
Locally, GAAR represents members' interests before city and county governments through its Government Affairs Committee and local RPAC. This allows GAAR to advocate for policies that benefit Greater Albuquerque REALTORS®, support local candidates who champion private property rights and homeownership, and address issues that directly impact the local real estate industry.
Get Involved
State: REALTOR® Political Action Committee (RPAC-NM)
- View the Quality of Life Statements that guide NMAR Leadership in setting Legislative Policy
- View the Legislative Policy Priorities for 2026
- Invest in RPAC during GAAR annual dues billing or online now. 70% of RPAC contributions stay in New Mexico to support local efforts; 30% are sent to NAR to support issues at the Federal level.
- Apply to become an RPAC-NM Trustee
- Apply to become a State Political Coordinator
- Sign up for REALTOR® Party Mobile Alerts by texting REALTORS to 20644.
- Learn more at https://www.nmrealtor.com/state-advocacy/
Local: Government Affairs Committee
- Invest in RPAC during GAAR annual dues billing or contact GAAR Membership at 505-824-1433, option 4.
- Consider Joining the Committee. Each year, GAAR reaches out to members in October to look for committee interest.
- Participate in RPAC Events such as YPN's Music Bingo in the summer or Boots & BBQ in September.
Together, NAR, NMAR, and GAAR form a powerful, nonpartisan advocacy network—ensuring that REALTORS® have a seat at every table where housing and property rights decisions are made.