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As a valued DAR member, you not only have the privilege of calling yourself a REALTOR®, you also have access to many other benefits. It’s our goal to provide you with an array of positive experiences to continually reinforce your decision.
It is the responsibility of the DeKalb REALTOR® member to notify DeKalb REALTORS® of any brokerage changes or membership information changes (i.e email, address, phone number, credit card information, etc.). Please send membership information changes to Membership.
Complete a REALTOR® Application
Complete an Affiliate Application
Complete a Transfer Request Form
Complete a REALTOR® Emeritus Application
Take advantage of all the valuable resources your DeKalb membership has to offer:
See below for member resources. Click here for more member benefits.
REALTOR® Brand Identity
The term REALTOR® is a registered trademark of the National Association of REALTORS® and may only be used by the members of the National Association of REALTORS®. Use of the REALTOR® trademark by non-members is a violation of copyright law. NAR commissioned a study and discovered that the REALTOR® brand is worth, on average, more than $4,500.00 annually to members! “REALTORS®: Your Best Option for Buying and Selling Your Home”
Code of Ethics
REALTORS® adhere to a strict Code of Ethics that requires a higher standard of conduct than that required by real estate license law.
Benefits from Three REALTOR® Organizations
Joining the DeKalb Association of REALTORS® automatically entitles you to membership in the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and the Georgia Association of REALTORS® (GAR).
Broker Benefits
Designated REALTORS® may now manage your office and your agents’ membership online.
To access, please visit the Member Portal and follow the instructions below.
On the left-hand side under the company information…
- Click on the “Pay Agent Dues” to view the current renewal status for all agents affiliated with your firm and to pay all renewals online. If you have more than one location, you must click on each branch office to view any unpaid persons. Those with a partial balance due are likely on the payment plan. Please note that a payment plan is also offered to new applicants.
- Click on “Update Office Profile” if you need to update your office information.
- Click on “Manage Agents” to view a complete list of all agents associated with your firm. If you find an agent who is no longer in your office, please send us a completed Transfer Form and their name will be removed from your list.
Professional Development
Education is the best way to grow your business. DeKalb REALTORS® provides free and affordable quality education to members.
Networking Opportunities
Network with other REALTORS® and Business Affiliates by attending events such as our REALTOR® Forums, which includes lunch, timely information, and education to keep you up to date on issues that affect your business. REALTORS® Nights Out are held twice yearly and provide a relaxed atmosphere to interact with fellow REALTORS®, Leadership, and Affiliate members.
Committees
The success of the projects of the Association depends on its committee volunteers with your new ideas, enthusiasm, and expertise. Your time will be well spent planning and implementing projects and you will benefit from the networking, socializing, and recognition.
Committees and Their Functions
2020-2021 Strategic Plan
Affinity Partnerships
As a member, you have access to numerous discounts on services offered through the DeKalb Association of REALTORS®, including a 25% discount on education available to members only and one FREE 3 hour CE credit from both DeKalb REALTORS® and Georgia MLS Training Institute per year. You can also access negotiated discounts with our Affinity partners as well as additional discounts through GAR and NAR.
Online Courses Through Georgia Association of REALTORS® Benefits Through National Association of REALTORS®
Legislative Advocacy
As a REALTOR® member, you have a team of legislative experts lobbying everyday for and against legislation that impacts your ability to practice real estate successfully on both state and federal levels.
Unique REALTOR® NRDS Access Number
REALTORS® are assigned a unique 9 digit number by the National Association of REALTORS®, referred to as a NRDS number (affectionately pronounced “nerds”). This number gives REALTORS® access to the password protected portion of the DeKalb Association of REALTORS®, the Georgia Association of REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS® websites.