Welcome to the Aiken Board of Realtors/MLS Membership information section. If you have obtained your South Carolina Real Estate License and would like to join the Aiken Board of REALTORSŪ we have provided information and the forms necessary for membership for your convenience. We encourage you to join the world's largest professional association and enjoy the many benefits of becoming a REALTORŪ!
I have my license now what? Obtaining your real estate license took time and commitment and was your first step on your journey toward your successful career in real estate. Did you know that the term REALTORŪ is a registered mark of the National Association of REALTORSŪ and can only be used by members of the REALTORŪ organization?
All three levels of the REALTORŪ organization - local, state and national - are here to help you succeed as a real estate professional. Becoming a member of the Aiken Board of REALTORSŪ is easy and delivers a multitude of benefits for all those involved in the real estate industry.
How do I become a member? The Aiken Board of REALTORSŪ has two types of memberships. Primary Membership and Secondary Membership.
What is Primary and Secondary Memberships? Primary Membership is a term indicating that you are paying your National and State dues through that Particular REALTORŪ Association. Secondary Membership means you are already paying your National and State dues through another REALTORŪ association.
To join, ask your broker to which Local Association of REALTORSŪ he or she belongs. This will determine the type of membership the agent will apply for.
PRIMARY MEMBERSHIP
If your Broker's Primary Membership is with Aiken Board REALTORSŪ then the agents must apply for primary membership with the Aiken Board of REALTORSŪ. Please complete the application and the additional required forms then make an appointment to meet with the MLS Coordinator at the Aiken Board of REALTORSŪ. At the time of application, pay the appropriate membership dues and attend the Orientation class within the allocated timeframe.
NEW OFFICE applying for Primary Membership the following paperwork will be needed:
q Add/drop form
q Membership application
(broker needs to sign on first page, broker signature MUST be notarized if Broker is not present at time of application)
q Internet Access Authorization form
(broker needs to sign at bottom as Authorized Board Representative)
q Broker-in-charge license from the S.C. Real Estate Commission
q Letter agreeing to abide by rules of MLS and Board
NEW AGENT applying for Primary Membership the following will be needed:
q Add/drop form
q Membership application
(broker needs to sign on first page, at bottom)
q Internet Access Authorization form
(broker needs to sign at bottom as Authorized Board Representative)
q Supra Products Employee Authorization form (broker needs to sign)
We also need:
q License from the Real Estate Commission
q Photo for newsletter
q Birthday (month and day)
SECONDARY MEMBERSHIP
Provided that the Broker of the office that your license is held, is a Secondary member of the Aiken Board of REALTORSŪ, then the agent may apply for membership with the Aiken Board of REALTORSŪ as a secondary member. The following forms are what will be required for membership:
NEW OFFICE applying for Secondary Membership the following will be needed:
q Add/drop form
q Membership application
(broker needs to sign on first page, broker signature MUST be notarized if Broker is not present at time of application)
q Internet Access Authorization form
(broker needs to sign at bottom as Authorized Board Representative)
q Broker-in-charge license from the S.C. Real Estate Commission
q Letter agreeing to abide by rules of MLS and Board
q Letter from primary board stating that you are member in good standing
NEW AGENT applying for Secondary Membership the following will be needed:
q Add/drop form
q Internet Access Authorization form
(broker needs to sign at bottom as Authorized Board Representative)
We also need:
q License from the S.C. Real Estate Commission
q Letter from your primary board, stating that you are a member in good standing
What are the annual membership fees? Please contact Aiken Board of REALTORSŪ for current fees. Membership fees are paid on an annual basis and MLS fees are paid on a quarterly basis. For members joining during the year, fees are prorated monthly.
I am not a REALTOR; may I join the Aiken Board of REALTORS? You will be able to join the Aiken Board of REALTORSŪ as an Affiliate Member.
AFFILIATE MEMBER
Affiliate Members do not hold real estate licenses and membership grants you recognition on aikenmls.com, our monthly newsletter and an invitation to attend our monthly membership meetings (a nominal fee does apply.) Simply return the Affiliate membership form along with appropriate membership fee. The fees are listed on the membership form and are broken down by quarter.
FORMS
