Global Council

2021 Global Achievement Award

At the Global Business Councils Forum in San Diego in November 2021, NAR announced the 2021 Global Achievement Program winners. Each of the applicants for this program was reviewed by a 10+ person staff review team from various teams across NAR to provide a wide range of input and perspective into each of the applications. In addition, the team recognized the hard work being done across the country in the global space by this group of councils.

This year, the NAR Global Achievement Program recognized 31 councils for providing tools and resources and networking and outreach opportunities for their members and the communities they serve. They are always excited to acknowledge all their hard work and can’t wait to see what 2022 will bring to this space!

WeSERV is honored and excited to receive the Gold Global Achievement Award in 2021.

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Global Business Council Achievement Awards

We’re excited to be recognized by the NAR Global Achievement Program as one of 130+ global business councils nationwide. Our international efforts demonstrate the utmost commitment to helping you capture your share of the global real estate market in the United States, in addition to connecting our council and members to the global community in our local area.

The Global Achievement Program awards participating councils in four status classifications based on their level of activity - Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond, and evaluates them in five focus areas, Business Plan, Marketing and Communication, Events and Education, Outreach, and Benchmarking.

We’re honored to have received these awards.

Global Business & Alliances Council

Are you interested in providing feedback and ideas to enhance members' business regarding global real estate? Then, join the WeSERV Global Business & Alliances Council. The Council's mission is to utilize and expand our global initiatives to become an invaluable resource for members.

Our responsibilities include evaluating our members' global business needs, providing resources and education opportunities to enhance global economic knowledge and cultural diversity to better serve buyers and sellers from different cultures and countries, and evaluating trade mission opportunities. In addition, we strive to connect members in the international marketplace and offer international networking opportunities. We also distribute data on local and state-level foreign investments and international real estate purchases as we receive it.

If you're interested in joining the Council, please complete the application/request form. A team member will contact you soon to give you more information.

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Costa Rica Welcomes You!

Costa Rica CIPS Institute is back on the beach this year!
Hosted by Costa Rica Global Association of REALTORS® - learn about CRGAR

Costa Rica is now a top tropical location for vacation and REALTOR® education! Attend five (5) days of required coursework to apply for the CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist) Designation from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). International real estate opportunities are everywhere, and the CIPS Designation will provide you with the knowledge, research, network, and tools, to globalize your business!

Learn more about Costa Rica for vacation, investment, retirement, and your own dreams, while you take required courses toward earning your CIPS Designation. Take advantage of this professional opportunity on the Guanacaste Gold Coast to stay longer to enjoy the beaches, volcanoes, wildlife, surf lessons, ocean sports, and all the good karma in our cherished country! (Get free travel planning assistance, too.)

It's time to pursue the CIPS Designation! Come early and stay late for the Escorted Familiarization Tour of Guanacaste Gold Coast Areas and Flamingo Beach Day.

Tuesday, September 27-October 1, 2022
Margaritaville Beach Resort
Flamingo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

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NAR Ambassador to Ghana, West Africa

In 2021, NAR appointed WeSERV as the Ambassador Association to Ghana. We’re working with the Ghana Real Estate Professionals Association (GREPA) to share best practices, ideas, and solutions to common problems with one another, as well as hosting delegations visiting the United States. learn about Ghana REALTORS®

Memorandum of Understanding with Canada

In June 2021, the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and WeSERV entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Both associations affirm the value of international collaboration. Accordingly, we agree to endeavor and exchange information in the general real estate field, promote professionalism in the real estate industry, provide broader educational opportunities for our memberships, and strengthen international collaboration and other activities that provide mutual benefits. Together, we'll collaboratively promote trans-national business opportunities and referrals. learn about CREA

Memorandum of Understanding Certificate with AMPI, REALTOR assoc

Memorandum of Understanding with AMPI in Mexico

To broaden our international relationship with other REALTOR® associations, the West and SouthEast REALTORS® of the Valley (WeSERV) is proud to announce that we re-signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Asociaciòn Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliaros (AMPI), on October 19, 2021. The partnership will serve as a conduit between both associations to develop a cross-border, business-building collaboration to enhance global real estate best practices and increase inclusion. learn about AMPI | read the press release

Global in the News

     They’re Back! Wealthy Foreign Buyers Are Slowly Returning To The U.S. Housing Market | July 19, 2022
     Foreign Investment in U.S. Property Is Once Again on the Rise | July 18, 2022
     Foreign buyers are slowly returning to the US housing market | July 18, 2022
     Foreign Buyers Return to US Housing Market After Three-Year Drought | July 18, 2022
     Canada Continues to Lead Foreign Investment in US CRE | July 7, 2022
     Austin, Atlanta and Boston Emerge as the Top Three Cities for Planned Global Investment in 2022: AFIRE | April 20. 2022
     The Strength of the ‘R’ Lifts Up Ukraine | April 20, 2022
     Most affordable places to live: US named the best major country for middle class homebuyers | April 20, 2022
     Congress Reauthorizes EB-5 Regional Center Program for Five Years | March 11, 2022
     Real estate agents prepare for return of foreign buyers as travel ban ends | November 9, 2021
     With U.S. Borders Reopening, Domestic Buyers Should Get Ahead of the Competition From Overseas Investors | November 26, 2021
     White House says fully vaccinated foreign visitors can start entering US on November 8 | October 15, 2021
     International Buyers Are Trickling Back to Miami | October 3, 2021
     Foreign Real Estate Investors Plot Their Return | September 27, 2021
     Foreign investment in U.S. real estate poised for comeback as travel restrictions loosen | September 23, 2021
     Texas is Third Most Popular State for International Homebuyers | September 3, 2021
     U.S. Sees Increase In Foreign Home-Buyers From Canada And Mexico As Overall Investment Declines | August 29, 2021
     US Real Estate Investment Still Ripe in International Investors’ Minds | August 3, 2021
     Nebraska leaders and decision-makers focus on foreign investment and ag value | August 4, 2021
     EB-5 Investor Visa Update | June 28, 2021
     U.S. Economy Is Bouncing Back From COVID-19. Now Foreign Investors Are Rushing In | June 21, 2021
     COVID-19 curbed foreign investment in Southern California in 2020 | June 3, 2021
     Bellevue grabs attention of international investors | June 1, 2021
     Foreign investors bank on Dallas as No. 3 commercial real estate market in U.S. | May 27, 2021
     Foreign investors bank on Austin as No. 1 commercial real estate market in U.S. | May 25, 2021
     Seattle Edges Manhattan as Foreign Investors’ Top U.S. CRE Hotspot | May 21, 2021
     Looking to buy a second home in Mexico? Here’s what you need to know | April 30, 2021
     The Most Affordable Countries to Buy Property in the World | March 6, 2021
     A Letter From Lockdown London: How Real Estate Has Adapted To Survive | January 20, 2021
     What You Need to Know About U.S. Investment in Foreign Real Estate | January 15, 2021
     The US CRE Market Goes on Sale for Foreign Investors | November 30, 2020
     REALTORS® Operating Globally Offer Guidance to Those Looking to Break into International Markets | November 22, 2020
     Global housing market is holding up well despite the pandemic, Jefferies strategist says | October 12, 2020

Global Research

International Transactions in U.S. Residential Real Estate

The 2022 Profile of International Transactions in U.S. Residential Real Estate presents information regarding REALTOR® transactions with international clients who purchased and sold U.S. residential property during the 12 months of April 2021–March 2022. The report also provides information on U.S. clients seeking to buy property abroad.

Take note that Arizona is #4 for top destinations for foreign buyers.

Report Provided by the National Association of REALTORS® in July 2022

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International Student Data

It's time to refresh your talking points on the impact of international students on your local market! The Institute of International Education (IIE) has refreshed its 2019/2020 school year data.

The 2020 Open Doors report, released by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Institute of International Education (IIE), provides a critical baseline on the state of international educational exchange before the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Report Provided by opendoors® in January 2021

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Global Alliances International Residential Real Estate Business Survey

To gain a better understanding of the international business transactions in these countries, the National Association of REALTORS® Research Group and the Member Engagement Group conducted a survey to gather information on the transactions of respondents with international clients during the reference period of July 2019 through June 2020. The survey defined an international client as one who is not a citizen of the country of the respondent. Respondents were asked about the characteristics of five closed transactions.

Report Provided by the National Association of REALTORS® in January 2021

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Global Research & Reports

As we obtain global research and reports, we’ll share it with you. If you find international information to share, please send us the link.

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Arizona FDI Resources

Maricopa Association of Governments

There are approximately 1,200 international companies, from 53 different countries, that have a presence in the Phoenix metro area. Together these companies employ over 88,000 area residents. Through its on going data collection and analysis efforts, MAG has developed a variety of infographics that highlight FDI in the region.

Get an overview of the top 10 countries for internationally owned companies in the Phoenix Metro Area.

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University of Arizona

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is a key characteristic of international economic integration. The importance of FDI to a host country is that it brings additional capital, creates jobs, encourages transfer of technology and know-how, and contributes to a wider promotion of products on international markets.

Find out where foreign direct investment is promoting the expansion of international markets in Mexico.

U of A RESOURCES

Foreign Direct Investment in Phoenix

Improving Global Readiness by Defining an Industry Identity

The Metro Phoenix Global Investment Plan examines the challenges and opportunities for attracting and retaining foreign direct investments in Greater Phoenix, and develops strategies for establishing the region as a leader in the Internet of Things (IoT) and sensor technology applications. The initiatives outlined in the plan are designed to encourage growth of the region’s legacy and emerging IoT assets and improve global readiness, trade, international investment and competitiveness.

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SelectUSA

Learn about the people and organizations that are ready to work with you. SelectUSA works with the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service and entities across government to facilitate job-creating business investment into the United States and raise awareness of the critical role that economic development plays in the U.S. economy.

LEARN MORE AT SelectUSA

Global Business Alliance

International companies in Arizona employ 119,400 U.S. workers. Approximately 28,900 of those jobs are in the manufacturing sector. With 850 international companies in the Grand Canyon State, global investment grows Arizona's economy. Discover how global investment is growing Arizona's economy and providing high-quality jobs in local communities.

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US Department of Commerce

Get an overview of the number of U.S. jobs directly supported by majority foreign-owned affiliates and top industry sectors in Arizona provided by SelectUSA.

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National Resources

NAR Global Resources

Find the information, education, and connections you need to thrive in the growing field of international real estate. NAR works to make the global real estate market accessible, profitable, and ethical for REALTORS®, and offers International REALTOR® Membership to real estate practitioners outside the U.S.

NAR GLOBAL RESOURCES

NAR Spanish Sub-site

NAR has a fully Spanish sub-site that offers content and resources to support our Spanish-speaking REALTOR® members and consumers domestically and around the world.

NAR en ESPANOL RESOURCES

NAR Spanish Facebook Group

You can also “like and follow” the robust Facebook group NAR en ESPANOL. There, you’ll find information about NAR and promotional information for the products, resources, and services that the NAR Global team offers in the Spanish-speaking markets.

NAR en ESPANOL FACEBOOK

US Department of State

The United States Department of State, or State Department, is an executive department of the U.S. federal government responsible for the nation's foreign policy and international relations.

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