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

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.

Sign up with OnlineEd!

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

 

Visit the Department of Real Estate website for more information.

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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.

Sign up with OnlineEd!

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

 

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#1 – Attend 1/2 day MCAR Orientation Class 
#2 – Complete the online Ethics course form National Association of REALTORS®

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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.

Sign up with OnlineEd!

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

 

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