Thank you for choosing the Greater Metropolitan Association of REALTORS as your board of choice!

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1 OFFICE APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP Thank you for choosing the Greater Metropolitan Association of REALTORS as your board of choice! Below are some simple steps for applying for membership, types of membership available, membership payment options, and a few other key items. Please review, but feel free to contact our office should you have any questions. Submitting an Office Application. Applications must include the following: A completed Application for REALTOR Membership, including license number and signature. (pages 2 & 3) A copy of your state license pocket card. Membership classification and payment option / information (pricing and information can be found on page 8) Complete and return pages 2 thru 7 to our office - page 9 is optional. The above information can be submitted to GMAR via fax at (248) or ed to Elaine@GMARonline.com. Upon GMAR receiving and processing your application, Realcomp II, Ltd., the multiple listing service, will be notified and send you an with your temporary login information. PLEASE NOTE: New members must complete our New Member Orientation training course within 90-days of submitting application. Realcomp II, Ltd. also offers a training overview on using the MLS system. Membership Classifications: NEW MEMBER: You are newly licensed or have never previously belonged to any REALTOR Association. REINSTATING/TRANSFERRING: You are returning to GMAR after an absence of less than 1 year, OR, you are currently a member of another Association and are transferring your primary membership to GMAR. SECONDARY MEMBER: You currently belong to a primary board, but wish to have GMAR membership as well. You must present a Letter of Good Standing from your primary board indicating that your State and National dues are paid for the year. You must remain in good standing with your primary board while you are a secondary member with us. Payment Options: is an education package and dues program offered exclusively through GMAR; it offers monthly payments of $48.95 instead of dues payment in one lump sum. This program includes GMAR, MAR & NAR membership dues, plus the ability to take over $500 worth of educational classes each year. Courses available include: 2 Designation/Certification Courses Course /4 Continuing Education Legal Update Seminar Code of Ethics **As a newly licensed member of GMAR, you must maintain active membership for a minimum of 6-months prior to attending Designation and/or Certification courses as part of your membership. You may, however, immediately take advantage of the Continuing Education, Legal Update and Code of Ethics training courses. membership is paid in full at time of application, and then an annual invoice will be mailed out each year, due by October 31 st for the following year s membership dues for GMAR, MAR and NAR. EduPass is an additional option available for our members who wish to take advantage of the discounted education package. This can be purchased at anytime during your membership and is valid for one year from the date of purchase and includes all of the courses also available through the program. Page 1 of 9

2 OFFICE APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP I, the undersigned, hereby apply for Primary Secondary REALTOR Membership in the above named Board. In the event that I am not accepted into membership, a refund of all monies paid will be returned to me. After approval, I agree to abide by the Code of Ethics of the National Association of REALTORS, which includes the duty to arbitrate, Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the above named Association, the State Association and the National Association, and if required, I further agree to satisfactorily complete a reasonable and nondiscriminatory written examination on such Code, Constitutions, Bylaws and Rules and Regulations. I understand membership brings certain privileges and obligations that require compliance. Membership is final only upon approval by the Board of Directors and may be revoked should completion of requirements, such as orientation, not be completed within 90 days from the date of application. I understand that I will be required to complete periodic Code of Ethics training as specified in the association s bylaws as a continued condition of membership. I hereby submit the following information for your consideration. NOTE: Applicant acknowledges that if accepted as a member and he/she subsequently resigns from the Association or otherwise causes membership to terminate with an ethics complaint pending, the Board of Directors may condition renewal of membership upon applicant s certification that he/she will submit to the pending ethics proceeding and will abide by the decision of the hearing panel. If applicant resigns or otherwise causes membership to terminate, the duty to submit to arbitration continues in effect even after membership lapses or is terminated, provided the dispute arose while applicant was a REALTOR. *All applicants for membership must include a copy of your active Michigan real estate license.* Preferred Mailing: Home Office (all billings are mailed to your office/broker) Mr Mrs Ms Miss Name: (required): License#: Office Name: Broker#: Office Address: Street City/State/Zip Office Phone: Office Fax: Home Address: Street City/State/Zip Home Phone: Cell Phone: Social Security (Last 4 Digits)#: Birth Date: Licensed/certified appraiser: Yes No Appraisal License #: Are you currently or have you previously held membership in any other Association of REALTORS? Yes No If yes, name of Association and indicate the last date (year) of completion of NAR s Code of Ethics training requirement: Have you been found in violation of the Code of Ethics or other membership duties in any Association of REALTORS in the past three (3) years or are there any such complaints pending? Yes No (If yes, specify the place(s) and date(s) of such action, and detail the circumstances, which relates to this action.) Has your real estate license, in this or any other state, been suspended or revoked? Yes No (If yes, specify the place(s) and date(s) of such action, and detail the circumstances, which relates to this action.) I hereby certify that the foregoing information furnished by me is true and correct, and I agree that failure to provide complete and accurate information as requested, or any misstatement of fact, shall be grounds for revocation of my membership if granted. I further agree that, if accepted for membership in the Board, I shall pay the fees and dues as from time to time established. NOTE: Payments to the GREATER METROPOLITAN ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS are not deductible as charitable contributions. Such payments may, however, be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Application fee and dues are non-refundable after acceptance of membership. By signing below I consent that the REALTOR Associations (local, state, national) and their subsidiaries, if any, may contact me at the specified address, telephone numbers, fax numbers, address or other means of communication available. This consent applies to changes in contact information that may be provided by me to the Association(s) in the future. This consent recognizes that certain state and federal laws may place limits on communications that I am waiving to receive all communications as part of my membership. Agent s Signature: Broker s Signature: Rev. 01/2014 Page 2 of 9

3 OFFICE APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP FOR DESIGNATED BROKERS OPENING AN OFFICE ONLY! Company information: Sole Proprietor Partnership Corporation LLC (Limited Liability Company) Other, please specify Your position: Principal Partner Corporate Officer Majority Shareholder Branch Office Manager Names of other Partners/Officers/ of your firm: Have you ever been refused membership in any other Association of REALTORS? [ ] Yes [ ] No If yes, state the basis for each such refusal and detail the circumstances related thereto: Is the Office Address, as stated, your principal place of business? [ ] Yes [ ] No If not, or if you have any branch offices, please indicate and give address: Do you hold, or have you ever held, a real estate license in any other state? [ ] Yes [ ] No If so, where: Have you or your firm been found in violation of state real estate licensing regulations within the last three years? If yes, provide details: Have you or your firm been convicted, adjudged, or otherwise recorded as guilty by a final judgment of any court of competent jurisdiction of a felony or other crime. If yes, provide details: I hereby certify that the foregoing information furnished by me is true and correct, and I agree that failure to provide complete and accurate information as requested, or any misstatement of fact, shall be grounds for revocation of my membership if granted. I further agree that, if accepted for membership in the Board, I shall pay the fees and dues as from time to time established. NOTE: Payments to the Greater Metropolitan Association of REALTORS are not deductible as charitable contributions. Such payments may, however, be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Application fee and dues are non-refundable after acceptance of membership by the Board of Directors. By signing below I consent that the REALTOR Associations (local, state, national) and their subsidiaries, if any (e.g., MLS, Foundation) may contact me at the specified address, telephone numbers, fax numbers, address or other means of communication available. This consent applies to changes in contact information that may be provided by me to the Association(s) in the future. This consent recognizes that certain state and federal laws may place limits on communications that I am waiving to receive all communications as part of my membership. Signature: Rev. 01/2014 Page 3 of 9

4 OFFICE APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP 1. GMAR PAYMENT OPTIONS: Please choose your membership option: MEMBER-MAX (please fill out # 2 and # 4) PREMIER (please fill out only # 4) PREMIER + EDU-PASS (please fill out # 3 and # 4) 2. GMAR MEMBER-MAX PAYMENT AGREEMENT This agreement authorizes GMAR to automatically debit your credit card, debit card, or checking account each month for the amount specified below to continue your membership with GMAR. It is your responsibility to notify GMAR of any changes to your account, including: updated expiration date, closing of account for any reason (including identity theft), any hold on funds by the banking institute, etc. If your payment is declined for any reason, you will be charged a $10.00 late fee for each declined payment, plus an additional $30.00 fee for NSF charges when using a checking account for payments. Payments not made (including any additional fees) within 10 calendar days, will result in a loss of all services, including MLS access, until payment is made; if account remains unpaid for 30 days the entire office may be suspended, including MLS. membership will automatically renew at the end of the 12-months and include an annual fee of $10.00 to remain in the program. Members who elect not to continue the program after the initial 12-month period must contact GMAR to transfer to the Membership, which will be billed at our next regularly scheduled dues billing. You are automatically eligible to attend educational courses at no additional charge, which include: the standard continuing education courses, Legal Update Seminar, Code of Ethics Training, and two Designation/Certification classes through GMAR. Pre-registration is required for all courses to ensure availability. Valid only for courses hosted by GMAR, unless otherwise advertised. During your 12-month agreement, should you decide to terminate membership with GMAR, any remaining fees paid on your behalf to the MAR and/or the NAR will be included in one final payment, debited upon your termination of membership. Please note that the MAR/NAR membership dues will be paid in full, on your behalf. GMAR WILL NOT be responsible for notifying you regarding declined and/or returned payments. There are no exceptions to the information stated above. If you are unable to make your payment on the date payment is due, services (including MLS) will be suspended until payment is made, including any additional fees. Your initial payment amount will be debited at time of application, with $48.95/month automatically debited each month thereafter. Signature: Date: 3. Would you like to purchase the Edu-Pass for an additional $ to enhance your membership? YES NOT AT THIS TIME 4. PAYMENT DETAILS FOR: MEMBER-MAX PREMIER PREMIER + EDU-PASS Name: License Number: _ Name on account: CREDIT CARD INFORMATION: MasterCard Vis a Discover Card #: Exp. Date: CID #: (3-digit number on back of card) BANK ACCOUNT INFORMATION: Account Type: Checking Savings Routing Number: Account Number: Rev. 01/2014 Page 4 of 9

5 ** Please print completed form BEFORE submitting to Realcomp. ** APPLICATION FOR PARTICIPATION (Also used for name change and license number change) FAX: (248) FIRM LICENSE NUMBER DATE: FIRM NAME: FIRM ADDRESS: Street City Zip TELEPHONE NUMBER: ( ) FAX: ( ) DESIGNATED REALTOR LICENSE #: Address DESIGNATED REALTOR NAME: PRIMARY BOARD/ASSOCIATION: PARTICIPATION TO REALCOMP THROUGH: DEARBORN DETROIT ETAR GMAR GPBR NOCBOR LIVINGSTON LUTAR INTERNET AUTHORIZATION: The default for this service is set to: yes - include my office listings with addresses. You, as the Designated REALTOR, have the ability to modify this by simply logging in to Realcomp Online and choosing Office Admin, and then Office Preferences from the menu. MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE AGREEMENT: The parties acknowledge that the Designated REALTOR has all ownership rights in the data they provide to the MLS for distribution. Designated REALTOR agrees: Realcomp is authorized to assemble the compilation and to market, distribute and otherwise promote the sales of the properties represented by the Designated REALTOR to other Designated REALTOR Subscribers and their licensees; Designated REALTOR agrees to abide by the Bylaws, Policies, Rules & Regulations and all official guidelines of the Realcomp II Ltd. Multiple Listing Service; Designated REALTOR is responsible for submitting the property information to Realcomp and updating same in accordance with Realcomp s approved Rules & Regulations; Designated REALTOR may terminate participation by notifying Realcomp pursuant to its policies and procedures. Realcomp acknowledges that: Designated REALTOR may request and Realcomp will provide a copy of all of said Designated REALTORS information included in Realcomp in a format to be specified by Designated REALTOR ; Each distribution of Listing Designated REALTORS data outside of the MLS requires written permission of the Listing Designated REALTOR ; Realcomp is responsible for maintaining the U.S. Copyright of the compilation on behalf of its Shareholders and to enforce said copyright to protect the compilation from being distributed to our published in any way by any third party not specifically authorized by Designated REALTOR to use same. Rev. 01/2014 Page 5 of 9

6 I agree to notify the participating Shareholder Board/Association of all licensees affiliated with my firm now and in the future and will request that they attend and complete the MLS Orientation classes. I hereby certify that the following roster is a complete and current listing of all licensed individuals affiliated with my firm in which I am a Principal, Partner or Corporate Officer. I hereby understand and agree that the Realcomp II Ltd. Multiple Listing Service does not verify any of the information submitted by the undersigned or licensed individuals affiliated with my firm and further agree to hold Realcomp II Ltd. harmless against any liability arising from any inaccuracy or inadequacy of any information provided to Realcomp II Ltd. by the undersigned, my firm or licensed individuals affiliated with my firm. SIGNED: Designated REALTOR REALCOMP MONTHLY FEES (subject to change) PER QUARTER Office Fee: $75.00 User Fee: $ (User Fee is the number of licenses in an office times $ per quarter) SIGNED: Designated REALTOR Use the following page to list active licenses in your office. Rev. 01/2014 Page 6 of 9

7 LICENSE NUMBER AGENT NAME AGENT ADDRESS (if applicable) Rev. 01/2014 Page 7 of 9

8 GMAR Membership Classifications and Payment Options GMAR, MAR, NAR & Education NEW BROKER/OFFICE JOINING GMAR JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL $ $ $ $ TRANSFER GMAR Dues + Transfer fees Only (MAR/NAR Pd to another association) GMAR Secondary Only GMAR Dues Only $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ GMAR, MAR, NAR & Education NEW BROKER/OFFICE JOINING GMAR MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST $ $ $ $ TRANSFER GMAR Dues + Transfer fees Only (MAR/NAR Pd to another association) GMAR Secondary Only GMAR Dues Only $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ TRANSFER GMAR, MAR, NAR & Education GMAR Dues + Transfer fees Only (MAR/NAR Pd to another association) GMAR Secondary Only GMAR Dues Only NEW BROKER/OFFICE JOINING GMAR SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER $ $ $ October 1, 2013 a $48.95 new billing per month cycle will $48.95 begin. per month $ $ Membership information $ for this last quarter $ will be published at a later date. $ October 1, 2014 a new $ billing cycle will begin. $77.95 $48.95 per month $48.95 per month $48.95 per month Membership information for this last quarter $ $ will be published $ at a later date. $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Pricing includes $100 new office fee. Newly licensed or reinstating members (membership lapsed 1+ years) payments include an application fee of $ Rev. 01/2014 Page 8 of 9

9 OPTIONAL INFORMATION NOT REQUIRED FOR MEMBERSHIP TO GMAR Name: Date: Home Address: Home/Cell #: Company Name: Office Phone: Address: Please tell us about yourself. GMAR is very active in almost all aspects of the real estate community, as well as community affairs and legislative/governmental issues. We have found that new members coming to our Association bring skills, talents and expertise that would be beneficial to our programming and would add value to membership in GMAR. We would appreciate you sharing of your background to us so we can add to our resource database. Previous Career(s): Community Involvement: Other Professional licenses held (e.g. attorney, insurance, physician, etc.) Would you be interested in serving on a GMAR Committee? Government Affairs/Public Policy Financial Planning Grievance Member Services/Social Networking Golf Outing Holiday Party Affiliate Advisory Equal Opportunity RPAC Would you be interested in receiving information regarding any of the following? Health Insurance Member Benefits Education General Education - Designations Printing Services Events Toastmasters Women s Council of REALTORS Promotional Items Realtor Service Center The above is not a requirement for membership with GMAR, however if you are interested please return this form to GMAR and you will be contacted with more information. * Please be advised that all information you supply is held in confidence and is not distributed outside the Association. Rev. 01/2014 Page 9 of 9