Empowering REALTOR® Associations to Lead in Accessibility
At ABLE Environments, we believe accessibility isn’t just a feature of a home—it’s a fundamental part of how we serve our communities. Our consulting services for REALTOR® Associations are designed to help associations, state boards, and member organizations bring accessibility to the forefront of real estate education, policy, and practice.
By partnering with ABLE Environments, associations can integrate accessibility awareness into their culture, provide meaningful education to members, and become leaders in inclusive housing for people of all ages and abilities.
Why REALTOR® Associations Are Key
Real estate professionals are the front line of housing choice. They are the connection point between homebuyers, sellers, and communities. Yet most agents have never been trained to identify or communicate about accessibility features—or to understand the unique needs of clients with disabilities or mobility challenges.
That’s where REALTOR® Associations can make a difference. By adopting accessibility training, promoting awareness, and supporting accessible data integration within their MLS partners, associations can drive real change across their entire state or region.
ABLE Environments helps REALTOR® Associations take that step—strategically, effectively, and with impact.
Our Consulting Services for REALTOR® Associations
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Accessibility Adoption Strategy
We work with association leadership to develop a roadmap for introducing accessibility initiatives—whether through education, advocacy, or collaboration with local MLSs. Together, we identify opportunities to align accessibility goals with your organization’s mission and member benefits.
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Training & Education Integration
Through our Accessibility Real Estate Specialist (ARES™) program and related micro-trainings, we provide CE-accredited courses that help REALTORS® understand accessibility, universal design, and age-in-place principles.
We can assist in:
Getting courses accredited in your state
Customizing training for your membership
Hosting virtual or live training sessions for your association
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MLS Partnership Support
Many associations have influence or direct partnership with MLSs. We provide consulting to help you advocate for or implement accessibility data fields in your MLS—making it easier for REALTORS® and consumers to search for accessible homes.
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Policy & Resource Development
We help associations develop internal policies, best practices, and resource libraries to guide members in serving clients with accessibility needs—while ensuring compliance with Fair Housing laws and ethical standards.
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Member Engagement & Communication
We’ll help your team communicate the “why” behind accessibility through webinars, leadership presentations, marketing assets, and ongoing support to ensure members understand the value and relevance of accessible housing in today’s market.
Proven Results Across the Industry
ABLE Environments has led the charge in making accessibility a standard part of the real estate conversation. We helped launch the first accessibility data fields in the U.S. through the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) and have since expanded consulting and training nationwide.
Our team has presented to REALTOR® Associations, state commissions, and national conferences, helping organizations of all sizes take measurable steps toward accessibility inclusion.
When REALTOR® Associations adopt accessibility education and awareness, they not only serve their members better—they open the door to millions of new clients, referrals, and communities that have long been underserved.
