C-R-Exit: NAR President Tracy Kasper Axes Out Amindst Scandal
- Goodbye, My Term: NAR President, Tracy Kasper, bid adieu to her esteemed position this week. No more Monday morning staff meetings for her, and possibly more time for golf or crochet. Club memberships anyone?
- Reason for Resignation: Not your usual ‘retirement planning’. Apparently, Kasper was dancing with blackmail allegations. Ah, intrigue! The stuff movies are made of. But this, my friends, is an unfortunate, harsh reality.
- Rumour Mill: The whispers are loud and clear. It’s alleged our NAR president was threatened with disclosure of some ‘not-so-professional’ information. Kasper might have let some skeletons out of the closet, causing a hoopla and exit-stage-left maneuver.
- Clean-Up Crew: Now that the star of our show is gone, who’s going to clean up the mess? The big question of the hour is – ‘What’s next for NAR?’ Cue the dramatic music.
- The Aftermath: It’s clear the resignation has left a gaping hole in the organization. With Kasper gone, the real estate world waits with bated breath for the next steps forward. Did anyone say popcorn and front-row seats for this show?
The Hot Take
So, our dear National Association of Realtors finds itself in its own true crime drama – cuddled up with scandals and very much missing its protagonist. The alleged blackmail, Kasper’s hasty exit, the empty president’s office – it’s all too opulent for a B-grade horror movie plot. Here’s hoping the next elected NAR president brings less ‘Days of Our Lives’ drama and more ‘This Old House’ stability. While everyone loves a twist, we could probably do with fewer plot turns when it comes to real estate. Oh, and NAR, word of wisdom – maybe a thorough background check for the next president, yeah?
Original article: https://www.inman.com/2024/01/12/with-kasper-exit-the-hits-keep-coming-for-nar-the-download/