As the year winds down, it is easy to overlook the tools and support systems that quietly power your real estate business every day. So we pulled together a quick countdown of twelve core benefits that GAAR members receive through the combined strength of local, state and national REALTOR organizations.
Starting December 8th, we will spend twelve days highlighting individual benefits from the full lineup of sixty-eight resources available to you as a GAAR member. Each day offers a quick look at something that makes your membership more valuable than you might realize.
- Your Membership Trifecta | December 8th
Membership is more than dues. It is an interconnected system of support at the local, state, and national levels that provides you with professional protection throughout the year. This structure gives you hands-on guidance, legal and educational resources, strong advocacy, and national research, all designed to protect your interests, strengthen the REALTOR® brand, and help you succeed.
Three-Tier Membership Agreement Coordination of GAAR > NMAR > NAR
How the REALTOR® Organization’s Structure Is So Effective for Members - MLS Access | December 9th
The MLS and Flexmls platform form the backbone of a professional real estate business by giving members a reliable, real-time marketplace built on accurate data, cooperative compensation, and shared rules that protect both REALTORS and consumers. Instead of pulling information from scattered sources, members can trust a single system that reflects the full picture of the local market. Flexmls strengthens that foundation with powerful tools like custom searches, interactive maps, automated alerts, client portals and detailed statistical reports, making it easier to price homes, identify trends, and deliver fast, informed service. Together, the MLS and Flexmls save time, reduce risk, and give members the insight and efficiency needed to stay competitive.
The Flexmls Platform
Level Up Your MLS Skills with Flexmls Academy - Statewide Legal Hotline | December 10th
The New Mexico Association of REALTORS® (NMAR) Legal Hotline is one of the most valuable safeguards available to REALTORS in New Mexico, giving members direct access to experienced real estate attorneys who can help clarify forms, answer transaction questions, and provide guidance on complex issues. This statewide resource reduces risk, supports professionalism, and ensures members are never left guessing on matters that can carry legal or financial consequences. It is a practical, high-impact benefit that strengthens your business by offering timely, informed support when you need it most.
NMAR Legal Hotline Flier
NMAR Member Benefits - Local Tech Expertise and Tune-Ups | December 11th
SWMLS staff give members real support by helping troubleshoot tech issues, explaining product updates, and smoothing out day-to-day workflow challenges. Their guidance saves time, reduces frustration, and keeps essential systems running the way your business needs them to. Members also have access to dedicated call and email support for MLS and product questions. Behind the scenes, staff coordinate with three MLS committees and manage the operations that keep the MLS reliable, accurate, and efficient for every user.
Tech Tune-Ups on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of Each Month
SWMLS FAQs - RPR Market Intelligence| December 12th
As a member benefit provided through NAR, RPR gives you instant access to detailed property insights, neighborhood information, and polished client-ready reports. Members can pull everything from tax records and historical sales data to school details, market trends, and customizable CMAs in seconds, all from one trusted platform. This depth of information makes it easier to answer client questions with confidence, support pricing strategies with reliable evidence, and present complex data in a clear, professional format that consumers understand. By transforming raw numbers into actionable insights, RPR helps members elevate their service and position themselves as knowledgeable market experts.
About RPR
A Smarter, Faster CMA—No Laptop Required - Advocacy at Every Level | December 13th
Local, state, and national teams work year-round to protect property rights, influence policy, and support the real estate industry, giving members a strong voice in decisions that shape their communities. NMAR actively tracks legislation that impacts housing, taxation, and real estate practice across New Mexico, keeping members informed and positioned to respond. At the local level, GAAR members regularly speak at city council meetings and public hearings to ensure elected officials understand how proposed ordinances affect homeowners, buyers, and sellers. Combined with national advocacy efforts, this unified approach gives REALTORS® real influence and greater visibility, strengthening both the profession and the clients they represent.
Political Advocacy at GAAR
NMAR 2026 Legislative Priorities - Education, Designations, and Certifications | December 14th
Professional growth is a core benefit of your membership, and GAAR delivers a robust lineup of learning opportunities all year. On average, members can choose from 50 local courses each quarter, covering everything from contract updates to business development and emerging industry topics. GAAR’s Speaker Series adds even more value by bringing in national instructors who offer two three-credit CE classes each quarter, giving members access to high-level training without the travel costs. Altogether, GAAR members receive more than 28 CE credits each year as part of their membership, along with access to advanced NAR designations and certifications that help elevate expertise and strengthen market credibility.
GAAR Education Calendar
NAR Designations & Certifications - Member Savings Programs | December 15th
The NAR REALTOR Benefits program puts real money back in your pocket with exclusive discounts on products and services you use both in your business and at home. Members can save on everything from GE Appliances, Dell and Lenovo tech, and DocuSign plans to FedEx shipping, rental cars, insurance options, and cybersecurity tools. These savings add up quickly, especially during peak business months and the holiday season. Many members find that the discounts alone offset a significant portion of their annual dues. Whether you are upgrading your laptop, equipping a new listing, sending marketing materials or simply replacing a household appliance, the member savings program offers practical, high-impact value that supports your work and your wallet.
GE Appliance Savings for REALTORS® & Clients
NAR REALTOR® Benefits - Market Statistics and Data Dashboards | December 16th
Accurate, timely market data is one of the most valuable tools a REALTOR® can have, and your membership delivers it on multiple levels. GAAR provides a full suite of monthly, quarterly, and annual statistics that help members track pricing trends, sales activity, and inventory patterns across the Greater Albuquerque Area. The widely used GAAR Green Sheet offers a quick snapshot of key indicators so you can communicate market conditions with clarity and confidence. On the national level, NAR now offers the Metro Market Statistics Dashboard, a member-exclusive tool that combines local data with national trendlines, forward-looking affordability insights, and housing indicators to help you anticipate where the market may be heading. Together, these resources provide a comprehensive view of both local performance and broader economic trends, enabling you to guide clients with accuracy and foresight.
GAAR Statistics
NAR Metro Market Statistics Dashboard - Consumer-Facing Resources Through NAR | December 17th
NAR invests heavily in national advertising campaigns that strengthen the REALTOR brand and highlight the professionalism, ethics, and expertise that set members apart. Campaigns such as Right By You and Partner with a REALTOR help consumers understand the value of working with a REALTOR, while the Property Action initiative keeps the public informed about housing issues that affect ownership and affordability. These campaigns do more than raise awareness; they drive consumers directly to NAR’s Find a REALTOR tool as part of the “Look for the R” message. That tool allows the public to search for a REALTOR based on specialties, designations and certifications, which means the credentials you earn do double duty. By promoting the REALTOR brand nationwide and guiding consumers toward qualified professionals, NAR’s campaigns amplify your visibility and reinforce the trust clients place in your expertise.
NAR Consumer Outreach
First-Time Homebuyer TV Series on Hulu - Networking, Leadership, and Community Impact | December 18th
Your membership connects you to a strong professional community with plenty of ways to get involved. GAAR supports two Boards of Directors and sixteen committees, offering members meaningful leadership and volunteer opportunities. Monthly First Wednesday Member Forums keep you informed and connected, while YPN’s Coffee & Networking meetups and the Affiliate Committee’s REALTOR/Affiliate 5:05 events create easy entry points for networking and relationship building. These programs help you grow your business, expand your influence, and stay engaged in the industry and community you serve.
35 GAAR Networking Events
Online Platforms, Events, and Real Estate Adjacent Organizations - Your Membership Pays for Itself | December 19th
When you stack these twelve benefits together, it is clear that one dues payment unlocks thousands of dollars in tools, training, savings, advocacy, and support. Your membership is an investment that returns value every month of the year.
View all 68 Benefits on our Member Value Hub
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