State and local volunteer leaders work hand in hand with their association’s chief staff executive to provide the best possible services for their members.
These resources will not only familiarize new leaders with present and upcoming roles and responsibilities, but also explain the tools available from the National Association of REALTORS® to create effective, efficient and enjoyable service.
Explore important resources, tools, and educational options to support your leadership journey.
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Understand NAR’s structure and its relationship to the state and local REALTOR® associations, as well as other important, foundational knowledge.
History of NAR
Learn more about NAR's founding, principles, and goals.
AE and Volunteer Leadership Relationships
This resource assists association executives to navigate the critical AE and Volunteer Leader relationship.
Board of Directors Orientation Toolkit
With this toolkit, you can customize an orientation program that’s right for your board of directors and your association’s governance model.
Board Annual Self-Evaluation Login required
A supplement to the Board of Directors Orientation Toolkit, view a sample Board Annual Self Evaluation.
Core Standards 101 Course
This course provides an overview of the NAR Core Standards, which all associations must comply with as a condition of membership.
Core Standards Requirements
Local and state associations are responsible for communicating and describing the programs, products, & services of national & state associations.
Association Models
Information about the three kinds of associations: administrative, management, and leadership.
NAR Constitution & Bylaws
Read or download the current Constitution and Bylaws of the National Association of REALTORS®.
President/AE Checklist
To get the volunteer/staff year off to a good start, both the AE and president need to define who will do what during the term.
Committee Liaisons
NAR's Liaisons and REALTOR® Party Directors help committees operate effectively and identify future committee leaders.
Leadership Team
The Leadership Team guides NAR's strategic direction and policymaking in such areas as legislation, professional standards, and business services.
Committees
Committee reports, appointments, structure, selection process, and more.
Executive Outreach Program
The Executive Outreach Program strengthens relationships between NAR, local/state associations, & MLSs through points of contact & partnerships.
NAR Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of REALTORS®.
NAR Strategic Plan
NAR's Strategic Framework and 2023-2025 Strategic Plan.
Creating a Value Proposition
One benefit of the strategic planning process is that it will help you create a value proposition statement for your association.
Mission/Vision
NAR's Mission, Vision, and Diversity & Inclusion statements, and what makes 1.5 million+ REALTORS® more than just real estate agents.
RARE Database - Resource for Associations
The REALTOR® Association Resource Exchange (RARE) Database is a hub for staff at local and state REALTOR® Associations to share information and resources relating directly to their work as REALTOR® association staff, including sample job descriptions, strategic plans, mission statements, policies, brochures, shared services, special initiatives, and much more.
Competition & Antitrust Information
REALTORS® provide a vibrant, healthy, and vigorously competitive real estate market with more information today than has ever been available.
NAR Library
NAR's Library & Archives offers a variety of research services and thousands of print and digital resources for use by NAR members.
REALTORS® Relief Foundation
This charitable foundation is dedicated to providing housing-related assistance to victims of disasters.
RPAC
Since 1969, the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) has promoted the election of pro-REALTOR® candidates across the United States.
REALTOR® Party
The REALTOR® Party is a powerful alliance of REALTORS® and REALTOR® Associations working to advance public policies and candidates that build strong communities, protect property interests and promote a vibrant business environment.
Second Century Ventures
Backed by the National Association of REALTORS®, we fuel success for our companies through unparalleled access to the global marketplace and a thriving community of industry executives, entrepreneurs and practitioners.
REACH
Accelerating the top technology companies into real estate and adjacent verticals.
Strengthen your leadership skills to maximize your effectiveness as a volunteer leader.
Make a difference at your association by creating measurable strategy and tapping into important resources.
Social Media
NAR’s Social Media Ambassadors Program provides key REALTOR® advocates with content, developments, and success stories to share on social media.
Marketing Campaigns with Photofy
See a demo of Photofy and a walk-through of the process to deliver your association's branded, local assets to your members using the app.
Strategic Planning Resources Toolkit
This toolkit will assist your association in the strategic planning process.
Recruiting Volunteer Leaders:
Toolkit for Associations to Build Volunteer Leadership
A toolkit for Associations to build their volunteer leadership.
Awards and Grants
RPAC, Legal Action Program, Smart Growth Grants, Commercial Innovation Grants, and the REALTORS® Relief Foundation provide needed funding.
Placemaking
Placemaking Grants fund state and local REALTOR® association projects that create new, outdoor public spaces and destinations in a community on unused or underused sites.
Check with your state for additional localized grant opportunities.
C2EX
Join the C2EX Broker Challenge and sharpen your team’s competitive edge.
Prepare your association for the future by setting a long term strategic plan and collaborating with other volunteer leaders at important NAR events.
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