Renewal Deadline: January 1, 2023
Renew Online Now : Payment Plan : FAQ
We want to thank you for your continued membership with the
Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS®!
At the end of each membership year, we examine the process of renewing your membership and continue to strive towards making this as easy a process as possible so your feedback is appreciated. Most importantly, please remember that your annual membership should be renewed by January 1st of each year.
Renewal Information
- Members will be notified via email of the Renewal options and deadline.
- Designated REALTORS® (DR) will receive renewal information to share with their members via email. Designated REALTORS® will also receive updates regarding who has not yet renewed in their office to ensure all licensees are in good standing with ACBR.
- RPAC - please make your Fair Share Investment when you renew.
You may now view and pay your invoice online. If you do not know your username or password, you may request for it to be emailed to you from the login screen. After logging in, a copy of your invoice can be found by clicking on the ‘My Orders’ tab.
You may also mail your renewal to 5784 Lake Forrest Drive, Atlanta, GA 30328 and make checks payable to the Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS®. Please include a copy of your invoice.
Questions about your membership?
Call 404-250-0051 or email membership@atlcbr.com.
Questions about the renewal process? Click here.
Thank you again for your continued membership in the Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS®.
Payment Plan Available
May I make partial payments?
If you are a REALTOR® member and your primary membership is held with the Atlanta Commercial Board, you will have a Payment Plan option when making your payment online. In addition to the renewal amount, an administration fee of $25 will be added if you choose to participate in the Payment Plan. Three equal installments will be applied to your credit card: first, on the day you enroll; followed by January 1st and February 1st. The Order Summary screen will still reflect the full amount of the membership. Members are encouraged to enroll/submit their first installment by December 1st in order to take full advantage of the payment schedule.
Please note this plan is available only online and payments will be processed automatically to the credit card information you provide. The payment plan is only available to renewing members, not new member applications, and you must renew online and submit your first installment by December 31st in order to take advantage of this payment plan.
TERMS
By signing up for the payment plan online, I give authorization to the Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS® to charge my credit/debit card account for my 2023 membership renewal on the specified installment dates. All payments are non-refundable. Members utilizing the payment plan that are not paid in full by February 1st, 2023 will incur a $50 late fee and membership benefits will be discontinued.
Frequently Asked Questions
Click here for information on our Renewal Refund Policy.
What is included in my Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS® membership?
Annual membership includes access to 12 Hours of Free CE, Free Monthly Education Seminars, Fun & Charitable Events, ACBR Exchange Mail, Free ACBR Commercial Board Forms, REALTOR® Member Discounts, Insurance Products, GAR’s Free Legal Email Helpline, and GAR Contacts! Additional benefits and resources are available at:
atlcbr.com/benefits.
What is the annual cost for membership?
Annual membership for primary REALTOR® members is $495. The amount retained locally by ACBR is $200, while $100 is remitted to GAR, and $195 is remitted to NAR.
Annual membership for primary Affiliate members is $495. The amount retained locally by ACBR is $395, while $100 is remitted to GAR. (Affiliate members do not have a membership with the National Association of REALTORS®.)
Did the renewal amount change?
Yes, the cost of annual membership has changed for 2023.
For REALTOR® type members the local (ACBR) portion has increased by $8, the state (GAR) portion has increased by $2, and the national (NAR) consumer advertising campaign fee has increased by $10. In total, the annual membership renewal has increased by $20 for all primary REALTOR® members for 2023.
For Affiliate type members the local (ACBR) portion has increased by $18, the (GAR) portion has increased by $2. In total, the annual membership renewal has increased by $20 all primary Affiliate members for 2023.
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.
What payment methods are accepted?
You may pay by check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express.
Is my credit card charged immediately?
Yes, the charge is completed during the renewal transaction. 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.
How do I print an invoice?
To print an invoice, login to the Member Portal. Once logged in to your account, click on the “My Orders” tab. To view Order Details, click on the name of the order in blue. Upon viewing the details of the order, you may use the Print button on the bottom of the page to download a pdf. If your order has been paid, then these steps will provide you with a receipt.
What if I wish to pay by check?
Make check payable to: Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS®
Submit payment to the Board Office at:
5784 Lake Forrest Dr., Atlanta, GA 30328
Please include a copy of your invoice with your payment (details above) or include your license # on the check memo.
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 atlcbr.com/rpac - OR - 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 opt out from investing at this time.
I am a Broker. How may I view who in my office still needs to renew?
Designated REALTORS® may now manage your office and your agents' membership online.
Click here for more information.