The benefits of becoming a member of the Dekalb Association of REALTORS® almost seem endless! With a variety of perks, members can unlock unmatched potential for growth and excitement in the world of real estate. As a REALTOR®, you receive benefits at the local, state, and national levels! Plus, 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). For about a dollar a day, your membership investment in your professional career provides you:
- Opportunities for Professional Growth & Recognition
- An Outlet for Community Involvement in the Metro Atlanta Area
- Networking & Friendship
- Advocacy to Protect Your Ability to Work Successfully
- A Way to Defend & Promote Home Ownership & Private Property Rights
As a REALTOR®, you are a member of a million-strong professional organization. It’s our goal to provide you with an array of positive experiences to continually reinforce your decision of becoming a valued DAR member.
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 include 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 networking, socializing, and recognition.
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.
Legislative Advocacy
As a REALTOR® member, you have a team of legislative experts lobbying every day 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 an 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.
