The Advocacy Scoop is the only podcast that takes you inside the advocacy work of the National Association of REALTORS®.
We’ve turned one of our most popular conference sessions into a new, monthly podcast hosted by Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy Officer Shannon McGahn and Vice President of Advocacy Communications and Outreach, Patrick Newton. Now you can stay up to date on what’s happening in Washington, D.C., and around the country, while you’re on the go!
The Advocacy Scoop is dedicated to peeling back the curtain on the advocacy operation of the world's largest trade association. The real estate sector makes up nearly 20% of the entire U.S. economy, and NAR's advocacy work is critical for housing affordability and protecting private property rights. Listeners will walk away with a better understanding of how NAR’s advocacy operation works, its many successes, and how the advocacy team is faring on some of NAR’s biggest legislative fights. Shannon and Patrick will also share insights on the 2024 Election, as well as stories you won’t hear anywhere else.
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Podcast Episodes
In this episode, Shannon and Patrick unpack the complex world of real estate regulations—exploring the role NAR’s advocacy team plays in shaping them.
Shannon and Patrick explain what the policy team is doing to ensure NAR’s tax provisions are implemented effectively.
On July 4th, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law—and it’s a game changer for the real estate economy! Learn more.
Shannon and Patrick break down where NAR’s top tax priorities stand, what’s transpired so far, and how a “Byrd Bath” could change everything.
Highlighting NAR's tax reform wins and next steps, plus 2025 advocacy priorities, member tax survey, and an exclusive national poll on capital gains.
Shannon and Patrick reveal the results of an exclusive new poll commissioned by NAR, focused on key tax reform issues impacting REALTORS®.
April is Fair Housing Month, and Shannon and Patrick take us inside NAR’s 360 degree approach to the topic.
Shannon and Patrick explore the “Magic Kingdom” of advocacy, including the latest on tax reform, new appointments at HUD, FHFA, Labor, and the CFPB.
The 119th Congress is officially in session. Regardless of partisan control, REALTOR® Party relationships ensure NAR has a voice in Congress.
New year, new season, and new policy priorities for NAR’s advocacy team. Shannon and Patrick delve into the complicated world of tax reform.