Major 2025 overhaul of the interactive online simulation with new historical context, expanded realistic scenarios, award-winning video content, and practical takeaways for business application.
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NAR Fair Housing Training
nar.realtor Editor's pick Free tierNAR Fair Housing Training includes Fairhaven 2.0 and the AHWD certification, with Fairhaven offered at no cost to NAR members to satisfy the recurring fair housing training requirement.
The verdict
NAR members who need to meet the recurring fair housing training requirement can take Fairhaven 2.0 at no cost. Non-members pay $50. Agents seeking a deeper credential can take the online AHWD course for $108 as a member or $216 as a non-member, plus a $79 one-time application fee.
01 — Overview
What NAR Fair Housing Training is, and isn't.
The National Association of REALTORS provides fair housing education for real estate professionals. Fairhaven 2.0 is an interactive simulation covering steering, fair housing marketing, implicit bias, and discrimination. It costs NAR members nothing and costs non-members $50.
NAR requires REALTORS to complete at least 2 hours of Fair Housing/Anti-Bias Training when joining and every 3 years after that. Fairhaven 2.0 satisfies the requirement for members, with the first cycle ending December 31, 2027.
NAR also offers the At Home With Diversity (AHWD) certification. The official online course costs $108 for members or $216 for non-members, plus a $79 one-time certification application fee. Classroom and live virtual course prices are set by their providers, and U.S. NAR members do not pay an annual renewal fee.
02 — Features ◆ standout
8 features, scored.
The 3 marked ◆ are why we rate NAR Fair Housing Training a 4.5 overall.
Fairhaven 2.0 satisfies the new NAR mandatory Fair Housing/Anti-Bias Training requirement (effective January 1, 2025) requiring 2+ hours every 3 years for all REALTORS.
New feature in Fairhaven 2.0 providing eye-opening historical context through animated videos from NAR archives about the history of housing discrimination.
Professional certification demonstrating expertise in fair housing and commitment to diversity, with marketing materials and ongoing education requirements.
Fairhaven 2.0 covers steering, sexual harassment, assistance animals, lending discrimination, and other realistic fair housing challenges agents face in practice.
Many courses qualify for continuing education credit in participating states, helping agents meet multiple requirements simultaneously.
Complete training on your own schedule from any device with internet access. Fairhaven 2.0 takes approximately 45-60 minutes.
Materials for brokers to train their agents and ensure office-wide compliance with fair housing laws and the new mandatory training requirement.
03 — Verdict at a glance
What we like — and where it falls short.
Pros
- +Fairhaven 2.0 costs NAR members nothing and satisfies the mandatory training requirement
- +Interactive simulation format is more engaging than traditional courses
- +New 2025 version significantly improved with historical context and expanded scenarios
- +AHWD certification adds professional credibility at reasonable cost
- +Essential for all 1.5M REALTORS under new mandatory training requirement
- +Available to non-NAR members for basic fair housing education
Cons
- −Educational resource only -- not a software tool for transaction compliance
- −AHWD pricing varies widely and can be confusing across providers
- −CE credit availability varies by state
- −No integrations with CRM, MLS, or other real estate software
04 — Pricing
3 tiers. Most teams land on the middle one.
Prices below are as listed publicly Feb 2026. Verify on the official pricing page before committing — vendor pages change more often than our quarterly re-checks.
Fairhaven 2.0 Simulation (NAR Member)
Free
- No cost for NAR members; $50 for non-members
- Interactive fair housing simulation
- Approximately 2 hours, self-paced
- Covers steering, marketing, implicit bias, and discrimination
- Satisfies the NAR fair housing training requirement for members
Fair Housing Courses Most pick this
Custom
- Pricing varies by course and provider
- CE eligibility varies by state and provider
- Self-paced and instructor-led options
- Check the official course catalog for current prices
AHWD Certification
$108 per course
NAR members; $216 for non-members
- Online course: $108 for NAR members, $216 for non-members
- Classroom and live virtual prices are provider-set
- $79 one-time certification application fee
- No annual renewal fee for U.S. NAR members
- At Home With Diversity credential and marketing materials
05 — Integrations
What it talks to, out of the box.
Direct integrations marked first; Zapier and Make cover the long tail.
NAR member portal
1 direct integrations
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07 — Frequently asked
Questions every NAR Fair Housing Training shopper asks.
Is fair housing training mandatory for REALTORS in 2026?
Yes. Effective January 1, 2025, NAR requires all REALTORS to complete at least 2 hours of Fair Housing/Anti-Bias Training upon becoming a member and every 3 years thereafter. The first cycle deadline is December 31, 2027. Fairhaven 2.0 is the free way to satisfy this requirement.
Is Fairhaven 2.0 free?
Fairhaven 2.0 is no cost for NAR members and satisfies the association’s fair housing training requirement. Non-members can take it for $50. The self-paced course takes approximately 2 hours.
How much does AHWD certification cost in 2026?
NAR lists the online AHWD course at $108 for members and $216 for non-members. The certification also has a $79 one-time application fee. Classroom and live virtual course prices are set by the provider, and U.S. NAR members do not pay an annual renewal fee.
What is new in Fairhaven 2.0?
Fairhaven 2.0 (launched 2025) is a major overhaul featuring the Fairhaven Historical Society with animated videos from NAR archives, expanded scenarios covering steering, sexual harassment, assistance animals, and lending discrimination, increased interactivity, and practical business takeaways.
Do I need to be a REALTOR to take fair housing training?
No. Non-members can take Fairhaven 2.0 for $50. NAR members take it at no cost and can use it to satisfy the association’s fair housing training requirement.
Does fair housing training count for CE credits?
Many NAR fair housing courses qualify for continuing education credit, but eligibility varies by state. Check your state's real estate commission requirements before enrolling to confirm CE credit applicability.
Does NAR have an affiliate program for fair housing training?
NAR’s Center for REALTOR Development has a legacy online-course referral program for existing participants, but it stopped accepting new participants on July 1, 2024. It is not an open affiliate opportunity.