A REALTOR® membership at GFWAR provides these great benefits:

Multiple Listing Service – GFWAR members receive access to multiple listing services provided by North Texas Real Estate Information Systems, Inc. (NTREIS). This service covers 30,000 square miles and contains over 30,000 active listings. The easy-to-use online system allows GFWAR members the ability to access a
user-friendly MLS system packed with information that can be accessed from any computer with Internet capabilities.

Education – GFWAR provides educational opportunities to ensure its members receive the proper training needed for success. MCE courses are innovative and unique, and GFWAR ensures that they address issues that are important to real estate practitioners. In addition, GFWAR offers its free monthly Starbucks Sessions which educate members in regards to topics that are of interest to real estate practitioners. Also, an array of designation courses and technology classes are provided by GFWAR, as well as MLS training classes.

REALTOR® Name – Since GFWAR is under the auspices of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), its members must adhere to the REALTORŪ Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Therefore, the REALTOR® name gives GFWAR members credibility and accountability in the eyes of the public.

Exposure – GFWAR provides its members a weekly opportunity to market properties at its MLS Networking Group and offers REALTORS® exposure in the member directory on the GFWAR Web site. Also, GFWAR works hard to ensure its members are promoted in the newsletter, on the Web site and in the news media when appropriate.

Networking Opportunities – An assortment of networking opportunities, which have opened doors to deal making sessions, are at the fingertips of GFWAR members. Whether it’s at an event, a committee meeting, a weekly MLS Networking Group or a membership luncheon, GFWAR knows how important networking is in the real estate business and works hard to provide these opportunities.

Professional Development – Leadership is of crucial importance at GFWAR, and a wealth of opportunities to develop these skills is offered through committee involvement. GFWAR also strongly believes in promoting its members for volunteer leadership opportunities within TAR and NAR, and prepares its members for these roles through leadership training classes. In addition, outstanding member awards are given at the REALTOR® of the Year Luncheon for involvement and leadership.

Cost Break – GFWAR members receive a price reduction on various items that
non-members do not receive, such as discounts in the REALTOR® store, newsletter advertising, and on room rental within the GFWAR building.

Governmental Affairs – Continuously working to monitor issues that affect both commercial and residential real estate on the local, state and national levels, GFWAR is on the frontlines in support of positive legislation and to defend its members from legislation that could have negative repercussions on the real estate industry.

Professional Standards – Members of GFWAR and the public have a voice when addressing complaints against REALTORS® through a structured system set in place to address such concerns. Grievance issues filed at GFWAR are handled in a confidential, professional manner. Since all REALTORS® must adhere to the REALTORŪ Code of Ethics, it’s the duty of GFWAR to educate its members regarding this ethical code and administer a course of action to those who do not comply.

Technology – GFWAR provides its members the most up-to-date information on technological advances in the industry, and members have an informational support system at GFWAR for all real estate-related technological questions. Also, a
hands-on computer center is available, as well as free software training and demonstrations.

REALTOR® Benefits – An array of benefits are offered by TAR and NAR to members of the REALTOR® Association. These benefits include free legal advice and consultation, access to ZipForms, a software program that provides up-to-date contracts and forms used by REALTORS®, marketing tools, entry into discount programs, and a variety of REALTOR® publications that give marketing advice and industry news.

Specialized Organizations – Members of GFWAR have access to other specialty organizations that are a part of GFWAR, including the Society of Commercial REALTORS® (SCR), the Women’s Council of REALTORS® (WCR) and Certified Residential Specialists (CRS). SCR is an organization of commercial real estate professionals. WCR is an organization designed for women within the real estate industry, and CRS is an organization of residential REALTORS® certified within their specialty.