member benefits

When you join TCAOR as a full member, you become a member of the California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.) and the National Association of REALTORS® (N.A.R). Each organization is committed to bringing you the tools and information you need to succeed.Take a moment to peruse the following member benefits and you’ll quickly discover why joining TCAOR is essential to your success.

Join now by filling out our membership application.

Professional Development

Region 2 Education Day: A wide range of classes meet your needs, including such topics as short sales, social networking, residential purchase agreements, negotiation, distressed properties; instructors provide “real world” experience; affordably priced and in-depth
Committees: Become more involved, put your talents to work and support the efforts of the Association.
MLS & Tour Meetings: Meet your fellow REALTORS, present your listings, hear finance updates and other real estate information, tour homes new to the market

Business Support & Member Discounts

Group Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Policies: Affordable, guarantee issue HMO and PPO policies through the C.A.R group plans.
Branding: Use of the REALTOR® brand is only available to Members. Distinguish yourself as a real estate professional.
Retail Center: Click the link for Time-management supplies; custom signs, riders, posts and frames.•Office Usage: Free Wi-Fi at the Association Office, printing, scanning, copying at a reduced rate.•Scholarships: Supporting local students pursuing higher education, especially children and grandchildren of Members.

Advocacy

Government Advocacy: Work on issues that have an impact on private property rights and private property values.
Protect the mortgage interest deduction
Maintain national flood insurance protection
Oppose state-mandated disclosures and costly point-of-sale ordinances
Oppose real estate-related taxes masquerading as fees
Watch for changes in local sign ordinances
Work against local business license fees and commission taxes
The REALTOR® Action Fund supports candidates who are sympathetic to REALTOR® issues.
The REALTOR® Action Fund supports or opposes issues that have an impact on private property rights and private property values.

Client Support

Legal Hotline: As a member of the California Association of Realtors (C.A.R.) you have the ability to call into the C.A.R. hotline and receive live advice from California real estate attorneys at no charge.
ZipForms®: Instant access to the latest forms to complete transactions in California. Free online document storage and e-signature capability. These member benefits are included in your C.A.R. membership