The official podcast for the Houston Association of Realtors® (HAR.com) covering everything from home sales to hot topics in the real estate industry.
This week, HAR Legal Counsel Grant Harpold broke down key changes REALTORS should know, recent legal developments affecting the industry, and what to keep in mind to stay informed and protected in the year ahead. Grant Harpold PowerPoints. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
2/11/26 • 39:25
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry for the week of January 31 - February 6, 2026. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
2/6/26 • 10:50
On this Member Focus Monday, René Galvan joined us for his first interview as HAR's CEO to share his perspective on leadership, the future of the association, and what REALTORS® should be paying attention to right now. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
2/4/26 • 25:36
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of January 26 - January 30, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
1/30/26 • 10:30
Marketing doesn't have to be complicated. This week, we're talking Smarter Marketing for REALTORS in 2026. Simple strategies, clear goals, and a plan you can actually stick to. Watch the replay now and start 2026 with clarity, confidence, and a smarter plan! Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
1/29/26 • 53:03
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of January 12 - January 16, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
1/16/26 • 11:36
What separates successful brokerages from the rest? This week, Amber Brown unpacked some of the most important and often overlooked things every broker should consider, especially when starting out. Whether you're building from scratch or refining your strategy, this conversation offers candid insights and practical guidance. Signature Broker Series Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
1/15/26 • 27:00
Like flying an airplane, the economy in 2026 will face both headwinds and tailwinds. Some sectors may see challenges, while others gain momentum. Listen to HAR Economist Dr. Ted C. Jones for an insightful discussion on the 2026 economic and real estate outlook. Dr. Ted C Jones PowerPoint Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
1/9/26 • 45:46
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of January 5 - January 9, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
1/9/26 • 13:39
Start the year with insight from the top! Newly installed HAR Chair Theresa Hill joined us to share her vision for 2026, her thoughts on the state of the industry, and what REALTORS® should be watching in the year ahead. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
1/8/26 • 27:15
In this conversation, Shae Cottar reflects on his year as Chair, sharing insights and lessons learned from his experiences. Shae emphasizes the importance of listening, transparency, and gratitude in leadership, while also discussing the challenges faced and the growth achieved within the community. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
12/31/25 • 08:38
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of December 15 - December 19, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
12/19/25 • 10:59
What shaped our economy this year, and what's next? Economist Dr. Ted C. Jones joins HAR Community Conversations to break down key trends, housing insights, and what consumers can expect in 2026. https://www.har.com/event/ypnoutlook2026 Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
12/17/25 • 26:30
What's next for real estate, and what does it mean for you? This week, HAR President & CEO Bob Hale shared his take on the trends shaping 2026 and beyond. From tech to policy to the market itself, don't miss this forward-looking conversation packed wit Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
12/17/25 • 46:42
In this conversation, Shae Cottar discusses recent events in the real estate industry, emphasizing the importance of transparency, emotional connections with clients, and the impact of legislative changes. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
12/15/25 • 16:14
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of December 8 - December 12, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
12/12/25 • 12:53
Think your clients need 20% down to buy a home? Think again! In this episode, Richelle Henderson joined us to bust down payment myths, explore real options for today's buyers, and share how REALTORS® can be better guides through the process. www.har.com/downpayment Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
12/10/25 • 31:31
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of December 1 - December 5, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
12/5/25 • 11:30
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of November 17 - November 21, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
11/21/25 • 13:25
HAR Tools & Tech You Might Be Missing (and Already Have Access To) Are you making the most of your HAR membership? This Monday, Sally Snook is back to spotlight the valuable tools and benefits already included with your HAR membership and MLS subscription. From RentSpree's newest upgrade to a sneak peek at the Shutter platform, this episode is packed with practical takeaways you can start using today. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
11/19/25 • 39:14
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of November 10 - November 14, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
11/14/25 • 10:56
What's ahead for interest rates, the job market, and the housing economy? This Monday, we will be joined by Jorge Barro from the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M to break down the 2025 economic outlook and what REALTORS® should be watching heading into 2026. HAR Newsroom - https://www.harconnect.com/ Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
11/13/25 • 35:59
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of November 3 - November 7, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
11/7/25 • 15:13
How can REALTORS® support veterans in real estate? We spoke with VAREP Houston President Elisa Linton about VA loans, building trust, and what you need to know to serve those who served. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
11/6/25 • 30:22
Video is one of the most powerful tools in a REALTOR's marketing toolkit, but it doesn't have to be complicated! This week, HAR's Claudia Hernandez shares practical tips and tools to help you create great real estate videos, plus a sneak peek at her HAR Engage session! Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
10/30/25 • 39:32
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of October 20 - October 24, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
10/24/25 • 11:31
Why do top REALTORS® keep learning? Because success takes strategy, skills, and staying sharp! In this episode, HAR Director of Professional Development, Rita Blevins, highlighted HAR's education programs and how they can help you grow your business at every stage. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
10/22/25 • 26:38
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of October 13 - October 17, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
10/17/25 • 11:13
Commercial real estate just got more accessible! In this episode, we spoke with CommGate's Anthony Petry about how HAR members can now see and promote commercial listings directly on HAR.com. We also covered CommGate's services, education opportunities, and upcoming events for REALTORS® interested in commercial real estate. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
10/15/25 • 30:51
Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of October 6 - October 10, 2025. Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
10/10/25 • 12:26
