HAR On The Move

In this episode, Shae Cottar discusses the importance of mental health awareness, particularly in the real estate industry. The conversation explores strategies for stress management, the role of support systems, and the value of self-care.

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Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of June 23 - June 27, 2025.

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Many buyers qualify for help—they just don't know it yet. Sean Moss, EVP at Down Payment Resource, joined us to explain how this powerful tool can help REALTORS® and clients discover assistance programs that make homeownership more achievable.

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Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of June 16 - June 20, 2025.

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This Monday, REALTOR and real estate instructor Zelda Cain joined us for National Homeownership Month to talk about how education, advocacy, and the right resources can open doors for more Texans. Watch the replay to learn how REALTORS® can play a key role in helping clients overcome barriers to homeownership and build generational wealth!

Educational Opportunities

• Texas Affordable Housing Specialist (TAHS) Designation – HARRegister here
• Texas REALTORS® – Find a CourseCourse search page

Housing & Down Payment Assistance Programs

Statewide Resources

• Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA)Texas Homebuyer Program – for REALTORS®
• Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC)TSAHC Programs for REALTORS®
• Southeast Texas Housing Finance Corporation (SETH)SETH Programs & Down Payment Assistance

Houston & Harris County

• City of Houston – Homebuyer Assistance ProgramProgram information
• Harris County – Down Payment Assistance ProgramsHomeownership programs
• Houston Land Bank – For HomebuyersProperty listings & info
• Covenant Community Capital – Matched Savings AccountDown payment savings program
• Easter Seals Greater Houston – Down Payment Assistance for the DisabledHousing Initiative details

County-Specific Programs

• Fort Bend County
• Fort Bend Housing Finance Corporation$5,000 non-forgivable second lien for first-time buyers
• Brazoria & Liberty Counties
• SETH Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC)$2,500 MCC grant for closing costs(More assistance programs at SETH Main Site)
• Montgomery County
• CDBG Housing Rehabilitation ProgramProgram details & applications
• Liberty County
• Section 8 Housing – Liberty County Housing AuthorityVoucher info & waitlist

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Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of June 9 - June 13, 2025.

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Today's buyers are more informed and more overwhelmed than ever. HAR Technology Marketing Manager Sally Snook joined us this week to share the tech tools REALTORS® can use to simplify the process, build trust, and guide clients confidently from s

ABR - https://www.har.com/education/class_detail/51180

Real Estate Negotiation Expert Certification - https://www.har.com/education/class_detail/51177

Pricing Strategies Advisor: Mastering the CMA - https://www.har.com/education/class_detail/51336

SRS - https://www.har.com/education/class_detail/51182

Resources for Realtors - https://www.tsahc.org/realtors

Graduate, REALTOR® Institute - https://www.texasrealestate.com/members/education/designations-and-certifications/gri-graduate-realtor-institute/

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Events, trends & issues impacting the real estate industry, curated by HAR President & CEO Bob Hale for the week of June 2 - June 6, 2025.

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June is National Homeownership Month! This week, Tina Wilcher shared how REALTORS® can better guide, support, and empower buyers, especially in a competitive market. Watch the replay to hear this conversation full of tips, tools, and insights to help you stand out and serve your clients with confidence!

ABR - https://www.har.com/education/class_detail/51180

Real Estate Negotiation Expert Certification - https://www.har.com/education/class_detail/51177

Pricing Strategies Advisor: Mastering the CMA - https://www.har.com/education/class_detail/51336

SRS - https://www.har.com/education/class_detail/51182

Resources for Realtors - https://www.tsahc.org/realtors

GRI – Graduate, REALTOR® Institute - https://www.texasrealestate.com/members/education/designations-and-certifications/gri-graduate-realtor-institute/

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