Member Resources
Business tools to maximize your industry knowledgeLocal, state, and territorial associations of REALTORS®, as a condition of membership in the National Association of REALTORS®, must meet NAR’s Organizational Alignment Core Standards, a set of requirements that fall into six categories:
REALTOR® associations must certify compliance with the standards by June 30, 2015—and by June 30 of each subsequent year—or be subject to revocation of their charter.
The standards were approved by NAR’s board of directors in May 2014 and replace a previous set of organizational standards. The purpose of the new standards: to raise the bar for REALTOR® associations and ensure high-quality service for REALTORS®.
Among the new standards is the need for an up-to-date strategic plan. To help associations meet that standard, NAR is developing training for potential facilitators and providing grants for associations to complete the strategic planning process. Strategic planning grants are available through June 30, 2015, and money will be disbursed only after a plan has been submitted to and approved by NAR. When finalized, details about the facilitator training will be posted at REALTOR.org and in the Internal News Service Report for AEs.
Grants will also be available to facilitate association mergers that take place between May 17, 2014, and June 30, 2016, with disbursement after completion of a successful merger.
Enforcement of the Organizational Alignment Core Standards will be the joint responsibility of the local associations, state and territorial associations, and national association.
*UCAR Policies and Procedures are available upon request. Contact AE/CEO at UcarMonroeNC@gmail.com or call 704-776-4055.
NAR Code of Ethics
Important NAR Requirement
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® was formed in 1908 and the Code of Ethics was adopted in 1913. The purpose of the Code was to establish a professional standard of conduct for real estate practitioners.
The REALTOR® Code of Ethics is based on the concepts of “service to the public,” and a “commitment to professionalism.” These central concepts of public protection are the foundations upon which the Articles of the Code stand.
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® was one of the first business groups to adopt a code of ethics. The first Code included “duties to clients” and “duties to other brokers.” Later, when real estate license laws were established, many of these laws were based on the standards set in the REALTOR® Code of Ethics.
To this day, many judicial decisions cite the REALTOR® Code of Ethics as the recognized standard of conduct in the real estate industry. Courts have applied the standards of conduct embodied in the Code of Ethics even to real estate licensees who are not REALTORS®.
Code of Ethics: REALTORS must fulfill the NAR Ethics Training once every two years. This session will help you to handle difficult situations with proper ethical behavior. Includes new updated change to the code. This next cycle ends on December 31, 2021, all members must have taken this class at least once during this time, for more info or to see if you have already complied, please contact Carol Hinson at 704-776-4055.
Forms
UCAR Membership Application
Use this form to apply for membership.
Transfer Forms
Use these forms when transferring from one company to another.
Canopy MLS Membership Forms
Use these forms if you are a new agent and want to apply for MLS membership.
UCAR Fee Schedule
This form shows a breakdown of the fees in 2021.
Continuing Ed Online
The Best in Online Video Real Estate Education
NC Real Estate Commission Approved Video Courses – Anytime, Anywhere
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Online CE that you can take anytime, anywhere, with 30 days to complete the course from date of purchase, or by the June 10th deadline, whichever comes first.
On Your Schedule
Sitting in a classroom for 4-hours is tough. With our online courses, you can watch 15 minutes at a time or an hour at a time when you are available. It is all up to you.
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Video-based content with engaging instructors, more appealing than traditional text based learning. Taught by local industry professionals.
Realtor PAC
REALTORS® saved $8,427 as a result of legislative action preventing the taxation of real estate services and commissions.*
NC REALTORS® Government Affairs team works hard to let legislators know how policy changes and legislation impacts NC REALTORS®, their clients and their business. You, too, can join the conversation by using these tools.
Calls for Action
When state legislators are considering legislation that affects the real estate industry, NC REALTORS® calls on its members to act through Calls for Action (CFAs). Simply by contacting your elected official, you can ensure that your voice is heard and that your business, your clients and your industry are protected.
Responding quickly to CFAs is critical to communicating a coordinated, powerful grassroots message. But, don’t worry – you don’t have to craft the message yourself or even look up your legislator’s information. Each time you respond to a CFA, a template will automatically pop up with the correct messaging, your elected official’s information and your information to enable quick and easy action.
Be one of the first to know about these important requests by signing up for text alerts. Text “NC REALTORS” to 30644 to receive CFAs on your mobile phone and respond right away. You can also sign up for alerts and customize the way you receive them at realtoractioncenter.com.
NC Property Rights Fund (NC PRF)
Through independent expenditures, the NC Property Rights Fund supports local and state electoral candidates with a record of protecting private property rights, preserving the dream of homeownership and supporting the real estate industry. Visit ncpropertyrightsfund.org for more information.
NC REALTORS® Political Action Committee (NC REALTORS® PAC)
You have the power to ensure that REALTOR®-friendly candidates are elected at all levels of government. By investing in NC REALTORS® PAC, you can stop legislation that could increase your tax burden, prevent costly regulations on your business and promote smart growth and economic development.
NC REALTORS® PAC remains one of the state’s most respected political action groups because of its strong commitment to working with all parties to enact legislation that protects the real estate industry, homeownership, private property rights and our state’s economy.
It’s a no-brainer and the best insurance for your business and its success. Learn more at ncrealtors.org/NCRPAC.
*Based on earning $55,000 in commission. See ncrealtors.org/NCRPAC for more information.
