NAR legislative priorities for 2026 focus on housing supply, affordability
Summary
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) is prioritizing legislation in 2026 focused on increasing housing supply and affordability, including the ROAD to Housing Act and the More Homes on the Market Act. These bills aim to streamline permitting, incentivize housing development, and address capital gains tax limitations to unlock more housing inventory. Hosts should be aware of these potential changes as they may impact property values and market dynamics.
Key Insights
- •The ROAD to Housing Act, supported by NAR, aims to address housing supply shortages by streamlining permitting and incentivizing local pro-housing reforms.
- •The More Homes on the Market Act proposes raising capital gains tax exemption limits, potentially encouraging more long-term homeowners to sell and increase housing inventory.
Action Items
- ✓Consider how changes in capital gains tax rules might influence your long-term investment strategy.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Hosts should stay informed about local zoning regulations and proposed legislation that may affect property values or the ability to operate short-term rentals.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Common Mistakes
- ⚠A potential mistake is failing to stay informed about regulatory changes that could impact the value or operation of your STR property.
More from Regulations & Compliance
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