What is REALTOR®
Emeritus Status?
REALTOR® Emeritus is a special recognition from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) for members who have demonstrated a long-standing commitment to the REALTOR® organization through years of membership and national-level service.
Applications open January 15, 2027. Approved status takes effect the following dues year.
Eligibility at a Glance
40 Years
of cumulative membership in the REALTOR® organization as a REALTOR® or REALTOR-ASSOCIATE®
1 Year
of national-level service within the REALTOR® organization
Examples of Qualifying
National Service
National service may include (but is not limited to):
- NAR committee member
- NAR officer or director
- Federal Political Coordinator (FPC)
- Global Ambassador or Global Coordinator
- Other national-level service as determined by NAR
Benefits of Emeritus Status
Permanent waiver of the NAR portion of dues
Exempt from the NAR Code of Ethics training requirement
Exempt from the NAR Fair Housing training requirement
How to Apply Through
NCCBOR
Review the eligibility requirements.
Gather your membership history and documentation of qualifying national service.
Email your information to Ashley, Director of Membership, at ashley@nccbor.com .
NCCBOR will review your submission and, if eligible, submit your application to NAR.
Need National Service?
If you have 40 years of REALTOR® membership but still need national-level service, you may consider applying for NAR committee service. Committee applications are typically open April–June, and placement is not guaranteed.
Questions?
Contact Ashley, Director of Membership.