**NOTE: 2025 annual dues renewal invoices will be emailed to all members on 8-30-2024, regardless of when you originally joined.
All new members who join on or after 8-30-2024 will pay the pro-rated dues for the remainder of 2024 and will immediately be invoiced for the 2025 dues renewal.
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Will there be an increase in the dues for 2025?
NO, there are no increases with the 2025 dues billing cycle.
The total 2025 dues will be $473.00 or $508.00 with an RPAC investment.
Dues Breakdown:
Cherokee dues: $172
Georgia Association dues: $100
National Association dues: $201 ($156 dues + $45 ad campaign assessment)
*The NAR Ad Campaign Assessment IS MANDATORY.
RPAC (optional): $35.00
Why should I join the Cherokee Association of REALTORS®?
Becoming a REALTOR® allows you membership to one of the largest and most recognized trade organizations in business. It shows the public that you adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and practice at a higher standard of professionalism. You have access to an array of networking opportunities, resources, tools and education not available to real estate licensees. As Cherokee REALTORS® we are proactively involved in our local communities by supporting the Boys & Girls Club, Habitat for Humanity, MUST Ministries, Cherokee County Schools, Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, Shop with a Cop, and more.
When will the 2025 annual dues billing begin?
All 2025 dues invoices will be emailed on Friday, August 30, 2024.
How will I receive my invoice?
Invoices will be emailed to each individual member. If you do not receive your email, first check your junk/spam folder. If you don’t find it there please contact the CAOR office.
You may also login to your Growth Zone member account to access your invoice. Login here: https://members.cherokeerealtors.org/MIC/login
*Note: Invoices are emailed from our Growth Zone Association Management system and look different than the emails you’re used to seeing from us.
How long do I have to pay my 2025 dues?
2025 invoices are due by October 31, 2024 and considered late on November 1, 2024. A $50 late fee will be applied.
Is there a late fee if I pay after October 31st?
Yes. There is a $50.00 late fee applied to unpaid annual invoices after October 31st of the billing year.
Will there be a payment plan for my 2025 dues?
Yes and no. When you receive your annual invoice and click they payment link you may pay any amount you’d like on any date but the invoice must be paid in full by December 31, 2024 to remain active status.
There is no longer a monthly payment option.
What is the "Suggested RPAC Investment" on my invoice?
RPAC is the REALTOR® Political Action Committee. Members may elect to make an RPAC investment with their dues billing each year. RPAC funds go directly to political candidates who support REALTORS®, homeownership and private property rights. We like to think of RPAC as an “insurance policy” for our industry! For more information on this and how you can get involved please contact us.
Why do you invoice so early for the annual dues?
We collect our annual dues in advance so that our finance committee can prepare an operating budget for the upcoming year. We prepare our budget based on the number of renewing members.
We understand this can be tough on new members but it will become a natural part of your business expense calendar once you enter your second year!
CAOR offers a payment plan to assist in making the annual dues payments easier and more affordable.
When does my membership expire?
Your membership expires on December 31st of each year.
The information on my invoice is incorrect. Who do I contact to make corrections?
Please email your correct information to staff@caor.info.
I'm thinking of placing my license in referral or going inactive. Can I get a refund?
As long as you request the refund no later than December 31st, 2024 you may get a refund of your 2025 dues. As of January 1st, 2025 NO Refunds are given. No exceptions. This applies to all three associations (local, state and national).
