We are excited that you are interested in joining the Outer Banks Association of REALTORS® (OBAR). Whether you are a brand-new Agent, a seasoned REALTOR®, or a local business that wants to join our Community Partner Program, we are happy to have you! We are positive that the benefits of joining OBAR will help further your career and build a strong local following through our networking opportunities that will bring you success well into the future.
Member Benefits
Joining The Outer Banks Association of REALTORS® (OBAR) comes with a multitude of benefits that will help you build your business, network, and further your professional development. Check out how OBAR is here to help you!
REALTOR® Application
- Complete Application & MLS Add/Change form, both signed by your Broker-in-Charge. Submit paperwork & payment via credit card or check to: Member Services Director Karen Pierce. Please make checks payable to OBAR.
- Complete the online New Member Ethics (CoE) training to gain MLS access. Please submit to karenp@outerbanksrealtors.com.
- Register for New Member Orientation (NMO) with Karen Pierce. You only have two chances within 60 days. The best time to do this is when you submit your application.
- Complete MLS Orientation Training BEFORE NMO and within 30 days of application. Only two classes are offered per month. Please contact MLS Director Daniel Sutherland to schedule your orientation. If you are in Property Management, you are exempt from this requirement.
- Complete NAR's Fairhaven Simulation BEFORE NMO. Please submit to karenp@outerbanksrealtors.com.
- Complete NMO within 60 days of joining OBAR.
- Register & Attend the next scheduled General Membership Meeting (GMM) to be officially inducted into membership
- CONGRATULATIONS! You are officially a REALTOR®. Upon successful completion of steps 1-6, the Board of Directors (BOD) will approve your membership at the first BOD meeting following the GMM.
For further information, please refer to Article IV of the Outer Banks Association of REALTORS® Bylaws about REALTOR® Membership.
Community Partner Program
The OBAR Community Partner Program is a simple and effective way for you to network and grow your business with access to over 1,300 REALTOR® members. As a partner, you’ll secure valuable benefits in advance and enjoy discounted opportunities to participate in events like Surf, Turf, & Roll, the REALTOR® Ball, and more.
For more information on how to become a Community Partner, click here or contact Karen Pierce at karenp@outerbanksrealtors.com.
Terms & Conditions
- All Community Partner opportunities and benefits are first come, first served, and subject to change.
- OBAR reserves the right, in its sole discretion for any reason, to accept or reject any potential Community Partner opportunity.
- Benefits run from March 1 to February 28. Dues must be paid by March 1 to guarantee inclusion on the printed 7’ banners.
- Dues are discounted 50% after July 1 with limited benefits.
- Dues are nonrefundable.
- REALTOR®Ball tickets and tournament teams must be confirmed at least 2 weeks before the event to be guaranteed.
- Payment is due before the event or promotion occurs.
- Template “thank-you” promos will be used for Community Partners who do not provide custom artwork.
Community Partner Program
PLATINUM Level
$7,500
DIAMOND Level
$5,000
GOLD Level
$3,000
SILVER Level
REALTORs®: $1,500
Affiliates: $1,000
BRONZE Level
$250