To give REALTORS® the choice to select membership in the local board that offers the services and programs they find most valuable, the National Association of REALTORS® instituted a membership mandate called Board of Choice in January, 1996.  Under Board of Choice, REALTORS® and Designated REALTORS® have the option of joining the NKAR as a primary or secondary member. 

REALTOR® Membership

Individuals who hold an active real estate license and are active in the real estate profession and its recognized branches are eligible for REALTOR® membership

Designated REALTOR® Membership

A sole proprietor, partner or corporate office who holds an active Kentucky broker's license and is active in the real estate profession is eligible for designated REALTOR® membership.

Affiliate Membership

Individuals engaged in business related to real estate, but who do not hold an active real estate license are eligible for affiliate membership.  

Application:

To become a member the first step is to fill out an application. You can find these at the association office or download one of the following

• REALTOR® Member Application
   
• Affiliate Member Application      

Orientation:

You must complete the six hour orientation class. The class is made up of two sections. The first one being an overview of Real Estate and the other being a Fair Housing class. Call for the current class schedule.

Dues Payment:

You are required to pay pro-rated dues for the current year and next years dues.
 Click here for the current information on fees.

Board Approval:

The applications of yourself and other candidates go before the Board of Directors for final approval.