Resources for Brokers
Do you have delayed licenses?
- Report new license applications that have reached 21 days without issuance from DPOR
- Fill out the form below to alert FAAR to the problem
- FAAR will refer information to the Virginia Realtors® for potential action directly with DPOR and for informational purposes
License Hotline
Form for brokers to report delayed licenses
Broker FAQ
Hanging Licenses
- Active licensees in a brokerage should be a member of an Association the Broker belongs to
- If the licensee does not join an association, the Broker will be assessed a non-member salespersons fee.
- This is a bylaw of NAR
- Bylaw language can be found at https://www.nar.realtor/about-nar/policies/limited-function-referral-office-lfro-policy
- “For a REALTOR® (principal) to be exempt from paying size formula dues based on referral licensees, the licenses must be held by an entity separate from the REALTOR®’s brokerage firm, and all referrals must be made to the REALTOR’s brokerage firm on a substantially exclusive basis. The same REALTOR® can be a principal in both firms. An “entity” is a separate, legally recognized business and includes all possible structures for a business permitted under state law.”
- If a licensee wishes to go on referral status they may, but the Broker must have a separate company for referrals.
Applications
- Agents must fill out and sign all pages and pertinent information. Brokers must sign page 4 in order for the application to be processed.
- Please use the application on the FAAR website as that is the most current application form www.faarmembers.com/how-to-join/
- If you are unsure of the amount of dues at the time of application, please call FAAR and we will share the latest cost.
- No Sentrilock or Bright MLS services can be rendered at the time the application is turned in. There is a 24-72 hour turnaround time for applications.
- A welcome email will be sent to the agent as soon as the application is processed. Please have agents read it in its entirety.
Terminations and Transfers
- When an agent is terminated from your office, please notify Lori Hillard Wehr with the specifics of the agents termination with the agent termination form found at www.faarmembers.com/forms
- If an agent is moving offices within FAAR, the agent can login at faarmembers.com/myaccount, click on “Submit Office Transfer”, and follow the prompts. An email will be sent to FAAR’s Membership Department and to the new Broker to approve.
- If an agent is transferring from another association, they will need to fill out the application form, not the agent transfer form.
- REALTOR® members must hold a valid license with DPOR. Upon expiration, the FAAR office will notify a member via email within 5 business days of the expiration. On the 10th of the month, if DPOR does not indicate the license is renewed, the FAAR office will terminate all services- association, Sentrilock and Brightmls.
How to print, pay, or email an agents' dues
- On the faarmembers.com portal, a broker or office designated person can pay agent dues and as part of this process they can also send a message to selected agents and print renewal notices. Start by logging in at faarmembers.com/myaccount. If you have not updated your information or logged in recently, you might be prompted to review your information before proceeding to the “My Account” page.
- View the rest of the instructions here
Broker News
FAAR Welcomes the 2024 Association Leadership Team
The Fredericksburg Area Association of REALTORS® (FAAR) celebrated the installation of its 2024 Board of Directors at Stevenson Ridge on December 7, 2023. The Association under the leadership of 2023 President Carol Sondrini of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed...
November sees same trends hold in local real estate market
As 2023 draws to a close, the Fredericksburg regional housing market is experiencing much of the same as the last few months. Prices continue to rise against a backdrop of falling demand, stubbornly low housing supply, and volatile interest rates. Total sold dollar...
Prices continue to rise despite falling demand in housing market
The regional median home price was up again in October, despite shrinking demand heading into the winter season. The median sold price settled at $440,000 this month compared to $425,000 in October of 2022, representing a nearly 4% year-over-year increase. Units...
2023 Election Night Wrap Up
Election 2023 saw many successes for Democrats across the state and a change in party control of the House of Delegates. Many were calling this election a referendum on the performance of Governor Glenn Youngkin and if that’s true, the results indicate that about...
2023 Cereal Drive Results
REALTORS® and Affiliates members did a tremendous job of seeking out cereal this year! Members and friends ended up collecting 18,639 boxes of shelf-stable food for our community. Who won? Affiliate collecting the most boxes Nationwide Mortgage Bankers - 400 boxes...
Inventory Low, Prices High in the Local Housing Market
The weather might be cooling off, but local home prices certainly are not. The region’s median sold price was up nearly 4% in September coming in at $435,000 compared to $420,000 last September. Volume of sales continues its downward trend posting a nearly 17%...
Meet FAAR’s endorsed candidates for the November 7 election!
City of Fredericksburg Kerry Devine, MayorCity of Fredericksburg, City Council Kerry is a 20-year resident of the City and will focus on continuing the great things that have been started. She has served on the Council for many years and is a long-time educator in...
Final Louisa County Short-term Rental Ordinance
Last Monday, October 2, the Louisa County Board of Supervisors passed short-term rental (STR) regulations on a 5-2 vote after nearly two years of debate and discussion. The ordinance provides STR operation by-right in residential areas if certain conditions are met. ...
Sell at Lake Anna in Louisa County? Take action against short-term rental restrictions!
Louisa County has spent the last 18 months crafting short-term rental regulations. A working group recently reported a revised version of an ordinance to the Planning Commission. This draft is the least restrictive of all that's come out of these discussions. This...
Volunteer with FAAR and the Food Bank on October 7, 2023
Community Service Committee Volunteer Opportunity The Community Service Committee has scheduled a volunteer opportunity for 10 volunteers with the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank for Saturday, October 7th from 8:45 AM to noon to pack food boxes for seniors. Signing...
Toolkits to use and share
Being a New REALTOR®
Get on the road to success with tips, ideas, and helpful advice. Learn what other rookies have done to jump-start their careers, find first clients, overcome objections, and discover negotiation strategies.
Security Features on Social Media
Social media has become an integral part of marketing and communications. Get information on concerns with various popular social media sites as well as tips and suggestions to protect your privacy and identity.
Listing and Presenting
Prospective clients have to buy into the idea that you’re up to the challenge. Learn how to tailor your approach to the seller’s comfort zone, pinpoint the perfect price, and answer any objection.
Rookie Checklist
Life as a rookie real estate professional is not easy, but REALTOR® Magazine is here to help.Get answers to common first-timer questions and review the checklists for your first year in real estate and beyond.
Prospecting Methods
Prospecting is the lifeblood of any successful real estate career. The more people you come in contact with, the more listing and sales you can achieve. All it takes is a plan and some persistence.
Personal Marketing
Personal marketing is the process of getting your name out there and convincing people to contact you when they need real estate services. Learn how to plan and execute your personal marketing strategy.
Property Marketing
With all of the many options available to market a single property, it’s hard to know where to begin. Create a marketing plan and determine the best place and tone for your property advertising.
WorkSmart Sales Meeting Kits
Enhance your next sales meeting — and make sure your agents are up to snuff — with these 10-minute meeting kits.
What’s included?
The kit comes complete with a presentation (including a short video and Q&A), a broker’s guide, and a printable poster for your bulletin board or fridge.Check it out — you have to be logged in — and bookmark it today — and pump up your next meeting with just a few clicks of your mouse.
Useful links from National Association of Realtors® and Virginia Realtors®
- VAR Office Policy Manual template
- VAR Standard Clauses 2012
- Broker News From REALTOR Magazine
- VAR Legal Resources Center
- SLIDESHARE: especially designed for brokers, this tool gives you great ideas for sales meetings and more with timely topics in a concise Power Point format.
- Subscribe to NAR’s E-newsletter for Brokers
- Broker Involvement Program
- How to write a Business Plan
- YOU SAID WHAT? An Antitrust Compliance Brochure
- HUD Listing Broker Application FAQs
- Fair Housing Broker Guide
- Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity
FAAR Classroom Room Rental
Hey Managing Brokers! Did you know you can use the FAAR classroom for FREE? Each office is entitled to use the classroom to hold their sales meetings up to 2 hours! This benefit can be used up to once per quarter, and it is for in-house meetings and training only. If you require longer rentals, or additional days, our classroom can be rented at low member rates!
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