We are now accepting nominations for NOMAR Awards and Recognition! Deadline is Friday, July 10th by 5:00PM. You must answer all questions on the form. Nominations with incomplete information will NOT be considered.
The New Orleans Metropolitan Association of REALTORS® stands firm in our commitment to equality. We stand against racism and injustice. We are disheartened by the events that led to the death of George Floyd, and we stand in solidarity with all who share the same concerns.
Our values and the REALTOR® Code of Ethics demand social responsibility in pursuit of integrity and honor. We advocate for these goals at the local, state, and national levels and mobilize to ensure fair treatment for all people.
As REALTORS® we will use our collective voices and platform to strive to remove racial inequalities, social injustices and unfair housing practices here in our region. Together, we continue to work toward a more just and safe community for everyone.
Amanda Hanemann, President
Missy Whittington, CEO
The Finance Authority of New Orleans (FANO) has announced the establishment of their Community Support Fund (CSF) in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). These funds will help Orleans Parish residents who qualify with rent or utility assistance in the wake of the pandemic.
Funds will be awarded to potential homebuyers and existing homeowners who qualify as part of the vulnerable populations disproportionately affected by COVID-19. The CSF is designed to complement FANO’s other community assistance programs and resources. In addition to providing rent and utility assistance, the CSF will also develop a transition plan for each potential homebuyer to ensure they are prepared for a post-COVID-19 environment.
“This is an extremely difficult time for all New Orleanians, especially for those who have lost loved ones, income, or have experienced other hardships that prevent their ability to maintain a stable home,” said Damon Burns, FANO’s President and CEO. “Our mission with this Fund, and with our other programs, is to provide financial products that improve the quality of life in New Orleans, with a focus on affordable housing, job creation and environmental protection,” Burns said.
The CSF primarily focuses on potential homebuyers and homeowners within Orleans Parish who have suffered a substantial loss of income due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Qualifications include but are not limited to the following: reduction in job compensation, an obligation to be absent from work to care for home-bound school-aged child(ren), or job loss. Funding will be pooled into two categories for disbursement:
Category 1
Rental assistance with a maximum benefit amount of $500 per household
Category 2
Utility assistance with a maximum benefit amount of $75 per household
To apply for FANO’s CSF assistance, residents should call (504) 524-5533, (504) 354-0904, or email:
REALTORS® can be an important partner for homeowners needing access to correct information during this time. Help homeowners who are facing financial challenges due to the coronavirus pandemic by sharing these consumer guides, which are available in English and Spanish.
Protect Your Investment: helps homeowners who are struggling to meet their loan obligations due to COVID-19. The guide offers advice about working with trusted professionals like REALTORS® and housing counselors at HUD-approved agencies. The guide also provides information about payment options offered by lenders and tips for avoiding scams.
Protect Your Investment: A Guide For At Risk Home Buyers
Proteja Su Inversión: Una Guia para propietarios en riesgo
Protect Your Credit: explains the provisions implemented by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to protect consumers’ credit scores. The guide outlines consumers’ rights under the CARES Act, explains how to obtain a free credit report, and offers guidance on how to dispute inaccurate credit information.
Protect Your Credit: Understanding the CARES Act & Your Credit
Proteja Su Crédito: Qué dice la Ley CARES en relación con su crédito
Participate in The 2020 Census
The 2020 Census is happening now! You can complete your questionnaire online, by phone, or by mail.
Why is my participation important?
Results are especially important for REALTORS® too, helping NAR’s Research Team provide troves of data to members. Click here to learn more about what Census housing data is used for.
Click here to learn more and be counted!
How To Respond
Most households received their invitation to respond to the 2020 Census between March 12 – 20. These official Census Bureau mailings will include detailed information and a Census ID for completing the Census online.
In addition to an invitation to respond, some households will receive a paper questionnaire (sometimes known as the census form). You do not need to wait for your paper questionnaire to respond to the Census. Please complete your census form online, by phone, or by mail when your invitation to respond arrives.
The 2020 Census will ask a few simple questions about you and everyone who is or will be living with you on April 1, 2020.
You can choose to complete the census online, by phone, or by mail. Find out more about each of these methods below:
If you do not receive an invitation to respond from the Census Bureau, you may respond online or visit the 2020census.gov Contact Us page.
Encourage Friends, Family, Colleagues & Clients to Participate!
Please encourage everyone to participate in the 2020 Census! Below are some Census talking points and a graphic to use on social media!
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