Athens Area Assoc. of REALTORS®/MLS Application

Qualifications for Membership 

New members must take New Member Orientation/Code of Ethics within two consecutive Orientation classes from the date the application is submitted to the Athens Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.  Failure to complete the course by that time will result in suspension until course completion, regardless of the status of dues payment. Suspension of services includes all association, state association and NAR dues-based services. Classes are held at the Association Office. All dues and fees paid will be forfeited if failure to attend New Member Orientation and Code of Ethics.

REALTOR® Members are required to complete a REALTOR® Code of Ethics course during the three year period that ends December 31, 2024.

MLS ONLY MEMBERS - MUST Complete the required Orientation.

If elected to membership, I agree to abide by the Code of Ethics of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, which includes the duty to arbitrate (or to mediate if required by the association) and the Constitution, Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the above named Association, the State Association and the National Association.   I also understand membership brings certain privileges and obligations that require compliance. Membership is final only upon approval by the Board of Directors and may be revoked should completion of any membership requirement(s), such as orientation, not be completed within the timeframe established in the association’s bylaws. I further understand that I will be required to complete periodic Code of Ethics training as specified in the association’s bylaws as a continued condition of membership.

I hereby certify that the information furnished by me is true and correct, and I agree that failure to provide complete and accurate information as requested, or any misstatement of fact, shall be grounds for revocation of my membership if granted.  I further agree that, if accepted for membership in the Association, I shall pay the fees and dues as from time to time established.  NOTE:  Payments to the Athens Area Association of REALTORS® are not deductible as charitable contributions.  Such payments may, however, be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense.  AAAR & Classic MLS have a NO REFUND Policy.