Common Questions
How Much Are Member Fees?
The new member fees are based on your level of membership with our Association.
Request a membership packet & prorated fee schedule by email: tina@mcar.com
Include membership type in the subject line of your email to Tina.
- Broker of Office ………………. Designated REALTOR®
- REALTOR® ………………………. Salesperson / Broker Associate
- AFFILIATE ………………………… Business that supports the Real Estate industry
Membership Dues Overview
When you join MCAR, you are also a member of the California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.) and National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).
MCAR …………………….. due every July.
CAR and NAR …………. due every January.
View/Pay your dues online at www.MCAR.com
Supra eKey ……………… due on the 26th of every month.
Contact Supra Billing to update your billing information 877-699-6787.
MLS is due depending on the date you joined MLSListings, Inc. and the payment option you selected.
Contact MLS to update your billing information 866-734-5787.
Salesperson - New Member Obligations
#1 – Attend 1/2 day MCAR Orientation Class
#2 – Attend full day Contract/Listing Class
#3 – Complete the online Ethics course form National Association of REALTORS®
Broker - New Member Obligations
#1 – Attend 1/2 day MCAR Orientation Class
#2 – Complete the online Ethics course form National Association of REALTORS®
How do I sign up for the MLSListings, Inc.?
- Visit the MLSListings, Inc. website for training classes & tech support at www.pro.mlslistings.com.
- Click here to join MLSListings, Inc.
- The fee schedule will be in the online MLS application.
How do I get a SUPRA Key or a Lockbox?
- The Supra ekey is processed remotely and can be leased once you complete your online registration with MLSListings, Inc.
- Supra offers the eKey and a Supra App for your iPhone or Android phone.
- Your Supra eKey will work in the following counties: Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Benito, San Mateo, Santa Clara & Silicon Valley.
- iBox BT LE lockboxes can be purchased at the MCAR office located at 5 Harris Court, Building A, Monterey, CA 93940.
- Contact MCAR at (831) 393-8660 or email tina@mcar.com to request a Supra eKey.
Supra eKey Training Videos – YouTube
Obtain Key and Open Shackle
Payment Management
Assign a Listing to a Lockbox
Showing Notifications (who & when listing was shown)
Programming Lockboxes
Edit Lockbox Data
eKEY Showing Notification Location Services
Showing Notifications
How do I get zipForms?
zipForms is included with your REALTOR® membership when you join the Monterey County Association of REALTORS®, California Association of REALTORS® and National Association of REALTORS®. zipForms is a free member benefit courtesy of California Association of REALTORS®. Begin creating a username and password online at www.car.org to begin using zipForms.
zipForms Customer Service: 800-764-3676
How and when do I renew my real estate license?
- Select eLicensing then create a username and password to begin the online renewal process.
- You can begin the renewal process as early as 90 days prior to your license expiration date.
- A credit card and your license renewal course certificate numbers will be needed to complete your online renewal with the Department of Real Estate.
- Please note: Your license renewal is not complete until your Broker certifies your employment using eLicensing.
eLicensing Help Desk: 916-263-8987
Visit the Department of Real Estate website for more information.
License Renewal Courses
Click the link below to access MCAR’s online pre-licensing and continuing education courses accredited by the Department of Real Estate.
Changing Brokers? Here's the process!
- Verify your new Broker is a member of MCAR – Click here
- Update your license with the Department of Real Estate – Click here
- Complete the MCAR Office Change form – Click here (This updates MCAR, CAR, NAR & Supra)
- Complete the MLS Office Change form – Click here
- Update zipForms with your new office – Click here
What is a LFRO office or agent?
A Limited Function Referral Office (LFRO) is a separate entity that sponsors real estate licensees or appraisers whose sole function is to refer prospective clients to a particular broker.
- LFRO’s (referral agents) cannot practice any real estate activities nor can a LFRO have MLS or key access.
- Broker and/or LFRO agents please contact tina@mcar.com to request a LFRO certification form.
Brokers download the LFRO form here – Email completed form to tina@mcar.com
What is a MLO agent?
A Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) is an individual who takes a residential mortgage loan application or offers or negotiates terms of a residential mortgage loan for compensation or gain. An individual real estate licensee acting within the meaning of Section 10131 (d) of the Business and Professions Code (B&P) is a mortgage loan originator with respect to activities involving residential mortgage loans.
- MLO’s cannot practice any real estate activities nor can a MLO have MLS or key access.
- Broker and/or MLO agents please contact tina@mcar.com to request a MLO certification form.
Visit the Department of Real Estate website for more information.
Brokers download the MLO form here – Email completed form to tina@mcar.com