Broker Center

Brokers hold the key to increasing professionalism in the real estate industry. That's why we offer products and services just for brokers to help you raise the bar, not to mention your earning potential. Here are a few of the resources to help you get the most out of your business.

• Virginia Managers Council: A special interest group for brokers that develops products, services and events.
• Need a SPEAKER at your next sales meeting? VAR's Member Outreach division can provide a 30-minute overview of "The Top 10 Secret Benefits of REALTOR® Membership" at no charge to you: just contact Lisa Noon (lisa@varealtor.com) or Lynne Wherry (lynne@varealtor.com) to schedule. Other topics include Writing a Business Plan, the Virginia Homeowners Alliance, Social Media & "Cool Tools", and more!
• Broker Toolkit: A guide to running or starting a real estate brokerage in Virginia.
• Broker Discounts: As a Broker these discounts are some of the easiest most effective ways to get the most out of a dollar.  Visit the Member Discounts page for the full list.
• 2010 Designation and Education Handbook for REALTORS®.
• 16 Code of Ethics Lessons for Sales Meetings: From our Code is Good Business program, these 16 lessons on the Realtor Code of Ethics are perfect for managing your risk and plugging in when you have a light agenda during sales meetings.
• Virginia Real Estate Broker Field Guide: This 2007 resource covers many of the basics and frequently asked questions about the laws affecting real estate brokerages in Virginia. Some laws may have changed and new ones have been added since then, so consult the Legal Resources Center for the most up-to-date information.
• NAR Field Guide to Opening a Real Estate Brokerage: This frequently updated guide is a good resource for those who are starting out in real estate brokerage.
  
• CRB, Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager: The Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation is recognized industry-wide as the symbol of excellence in brokerage management and signifies a leader in the industry and the highest level of professional achievement and recognition in the specialized field of brokerage management.

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