2025 Membership Renewal FAQs
Be a part of the REALTOR® Difference and renew your NWMAR membership by July 1st!
Renewal FAQs
What is included in my membership?
Annual membership includes access to 9 Hours of Free CE, Membership Email Listserv, Fun & Charitable Networking Opportunities, Member Breakfasts/Luncheons, REALTOR® Member Discounts, Realtors Property Resource® (RPR), GAR Contracts, and GAR’s Free Legal Helpline! Additional benefits and resources are available at: northwestmetrorealtors.com/benefits.
What is the annual cost of membership?
Annual membership for primary REALTOR® members is $515. The amount retained locally by NWMAR is $214, while $100 is remitted to GAR, and $195 is remitted to NAR.
Annual membership for primary Affiliate members is $500. The amount retained locally by NWMAR is $400, while $100 is remitted to GAR. (Affiliate members do not have a membership with the National Association of REALTORS®).
May I make partial payments?
If you are a REALTOR® member and your primary membership is held with the 400 North Association of REALTORS®, you will have a Payment Plan option when making your payment online.
In addition to the annual renewal amount, an administration fee of $25 will be added if you choose to participate in the payment plan.
3-Month Plan
Three equal installments will be applied to your credit card: the First Installment is on the day you enroll; the second installment drafts on August 1st; and finally, on September 1st.
NOTE: A payment plan is only available online and installments will be processed automatically to the credit card provided. All payments are non-refundable.
You must renew online and submit your first installment by July 31st to take advantage of this payment plan.
Three equal installments will be applied to your credit card: the first installment is on the day you enroll; the second installment drafts on August 1st; and the final installment drafts on September 1st. The Order Summary screen will reflect the full amount of the membership.
TERMS
By signing up for the payment plan online, I give authorization to the Northwest Metro Association of REALTORS® to charge my credit/debit card account for my membership renewal on the specified installment dates. I understand all payments are non-refundable. I also understand that if my membership dues are not paid in full by September 1st, I will incur a $50 late fee and my membership benefits will be discontinued.
What if I miss the renewal deadline?
A payment plan option is no longer available on or after August 1st.
For members who have not renewed in full by August 1st, the renewal amount will increase by $25.
For members who have not renewed in full by September 1st, the renewal amount will increase an additional $25 and your membership benefits will be discontinued.
For members participating in a Payment Plan, the renewal amount will not increase if paid in full by September 1st. After September 1st, a $50 increase will be applied and your membership benefits will be discontinued.
How may I obtain my Username or Password?
From the login screen, you may recover or reset your password. If you do not know your username or password, you may request that it be emailed to you from the login screen. Click here to visit the Member Portal.
How do I print an invoice?
To print an invoice, log in to the Member Portal. Once logged in, click on the "Account Balance". Click the Order link for the Membership Cycle (not the "Pay Dues" link). This link brings you to an Orders Details page. Click the "Print" button (bottom left).
What payment methods are accepted?
You may pay by check, check card, Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express. Cash or money orders are also accepted, provided the exact amount is tendered.
Important Notice: If you choose to pay your renewal in full by debit/ credit card, a $15 convenience fee will be applied. For those selecting the payment plan option for online renewal, an administrative fee of $25 will be added.
Members can avoid any additional fees by paying in full using a check. To pay by check, please include either a copy of your invoice or your license number on the check memo and send it to Northwest Metro Association of REALTORS® - 5784 Lake Forrest Dr. Atlanta, GA 30328
Is my credit card charged immediately?
Yes, the charge is completed during the renewal transaction. Please allow several minutes for the balance to clear from your portal homepage after payment has been completed. If you have incorrectly entered the number or expiration date, or if there is another problem with the card, you will be unable to complete the transaction.
What if I wish to pay by check?
Please make your check payable to: Northwest Metro Association of REALTORS®.
Submit payment to the Association Office at:
5784 Lake Forrest Dr.
Atlanta, GA 30328
Please include a copy of your invoice (details above) and/or include your real estate license # on the check. Please omit the $15 convenience fee when paying by check.
What is an RPAC Investment?
RPAC is your best investment in real estate! The REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) is the nation's largest, most successful, and most bipartisan political action committee. Your voluntary investment is used to improve your bottom line in several ways: Through issues mobilization, political advocacy, and by directly supporting candidates at the local, state, and federal levels of government who champion the ideals and principles of REALTORS®. To learn more about the REALTOR® Political Action Committee and its initiatives, please visit northwestmetrorealtors.com/rpac or www.realtorparty.realtor.
Is an RPAC Investment included in my renewal?
A fair share RPAC Investment is included on each member's renewal to help reach the Association's annual REALTOR® Party fundraising goals, but your participation is voluntary. If renewing online, after you select "pay dues" and before you enter your credit card information, you will see a blue edit link next to the RPAC investment on the order summary. If you click on the edit button you'll be taken to a page that will allow you to adjust your investment to any amount you'd feel comfortable contributing or to opt out from investing at this time.
Am I required to invest in RPAC?
Your renewal invoice online includes a voluntary RPAC investment which is strongly encouraged but is ultimately voluntary. Please note that RPAC saves the typical REALTOR® approximately $25,000 each year and, without RPAC, you would be paying significantly more in operating costs annually. The RPAC flyer explains your benefits in more detail.
As you go through the prompts to pay online, you have the ability to modify and/or remove the RPAC amount (you'll see an "edit" option next to the RPAC amount) just before you input your credit card information.
I am a Broker. How may I view who in my office still needs to renew?
Designated REALTORS® may manage your office and your agents' membership online. Designated REALTORS® may utilize the “Pay Agent Orders” link on their online account to view any unpaid invoices. Click here for more information.