Answers to Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I join CAAR as a primary REALTOR® member? You will need to submit the following: (Forms listed below are linked for easy download and print).
Copy of your license
Display or eKey Lease Agreement, signed by you and broker, if interested in having a lockbox key.
For Fee information contact Tiffany Vann at 434.817.2398 or tiffany@caar.com.
How can I join as an MLS only participant? Your firm/Broker must join, and you must be a primary REALTOR® member with another association to be an MLS only participant with CAAR. You will need to have the following: (Forms are linked for easy download and print).
Copy of your license
Letter in good standing from your primary board.
For fee information contact: Tiffany Vann at 434.817.2398 or by email at tiffany@caar.com.
How do I contact CAAR tech support for MLS inquiries? That's simple, you can reach our tech support department at 434.817.2834 or by email at support@caar.com. We also have a weekend emergency number 434.972.1045.
How can I check my continuing education credits? Start by going to the DPOR website at www.dpor.virginia.gov, then type in your license number and click Search License. Once you get to the next screen, click on View Continuing Education Hours (you will see this in blue). If you need support on signing up for classes call CAAR at 434.817.2399 or on the caar.com website go to Register for Classes to see what we offer online.
I have an issue with my lockbox key, who do I contact? The best and first option is to contact Supra tech support at 1.877.699.6787 or by email at suprasupport@ge.com. For authorization or update codes simply login to the KimWeb site and choose one of the options from the menu. CAAR staff can also assist in generating that information for you.
How do I cooperate my key to work with another Board to open their lockboxes? We do cooperate Supra keys with other local associations and CAAR staff will be happy to assist you. You will most likely need a letter in good standing from us then contact the association you are interested in cooperating with to find out their procedure.
What is an affiliate member? How do I join as an affiliate member? An affiliate member is someone whose business is real estate related such as: Lenders, marketing firms, painters, home stagers, inspectors, moving companies, etc... If you are not sure if you fall in an affiliate catagory please contact us for help. To join as an affiliate, please fill out and submit the Affiliate Member Application. Dues are prorated by the quarter for single and group membership, check the Affiliate Dues Sheet to see which rate you would pay depending on the time you join. To learn more about what our Affiliate Value Proposition is read our Affilite Get Connected Information and Q&A sheet.
Where do I go to read about REALTOR member benefits from NAR and VAR? NAR and VAR both have some wonderful and affordable advantages that all REALTORS should use! As part of your membership you pay dues to both of these organizations, as well as CAAR, and all three have some great tools for you to use in your business.
For a list of REALTOR benefits from the National Assoc. of REALTORS visit the NAR website (CLICK HERE). NAR has extended the Right Tools Right Now program for 2010 that offers, in most cases, FREE or deeply discounted services that you may use in your daily business.
For a list of REALTOR benefits from the Virginia Assoc. of REALTORS visit the VAR website (CLICK HERE). Through VAR's Member Service Partners Program, special discounts are offered on the products and services you need most.
You will need your NRDS # to log in to get these services. If you do not know your number contact CAAR and staff will be happy to assist you.
What kind of member benefits do I receive from CAAR? As a REALTOR member your local Board offers you many discounts and opportunities to advance your knowledge and networking.
Education: Education is the name of the game at CAAR! We offer in house and online courses to suit your needs! You can also take advantage of our Sweet Sixteen program that lets you take all of your renewal credit hours in a two day period! Other education opportunities can be had at the annual CAAR Trade Show in September and the Spring Fling Education Expo held in March!
The CAAR Real Estate Weekly: REW offers member discounts on advertising for both REALTOR and Affiliate members that include the Weekly publication, Fine Properties and the CAAR.com website.
Master Groups and Project Teams: Be a bigger part of the picture. Sign up to be on one of CAAR's five Master Groups: Professional Development, Public Affairs, Communications, Operations or Technology. Every year a volunteer form goes out to the membership to sign up and play a role in the changes that shape your local Association. Project team's are another way to volunteer your services on a less frequent, but none the less important way, to tackle individual issues.
General Membership Meetings: Join us on the first Thursday of every month (except Dec., July or Aug.) and enjoy coffee, lite breakfast fare, great networking with your peers and affiliate members as well as a monthly guest speaker!
Volunteerism: CAAR plays many roles in the community to offer support for various causes, such as: Habitat for Humanity, Food Drive and the CAAR Work Force Housing Fund as well as many other functions created throughout the year.
CAAR Trade Show: This is an affiliate member driven event! Enjoy CE/PL classes along with a themed and exciting affiliate exhibit hall! Network with affiliates during the day and learn how they can help you through their products and services. You will come away with tons of information, in most cases prizes and other goodies from this all day event!
Want to know more? We also have various Award ceremonies, and other great events that our Groups and project teams will develop and promote all during the year! Contact CAAR staff to learn more at 434.817.2227!
