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2026 Membership Renewal FAQs

ACBR's Membership Renewal Deadline is January 1st

Renewal and Membership Type is determined by Principal Brokers and Designated REALTORS®. Maintain your membership with the nation's premier commercial real estate association!

Renewal FAQS

When is the annual renewal due?

January 1st

What is included in the ACBR Member type option?

 ACBR Member (non-REALTOR® type) receive all ACBR local-level benefits, including eligibility for Million Dollar Club and other awards programs. Annual membership includes access to 12 Hours of Free CE, Free Education Seminars, Fun & Charitable Events, ACBR Exchange Mail, and Free ACBR Commercial Board Forms. Additional benefits and resources are available at: atlcbr.com/benefits.

This membership type does not include the REALTOR® designation and does not hold membership with the Georgia Association of REALTORS® (GAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). 

What is included in the ACBR REALTOR® type option?

ACBR REALTOR® members receive all ACBR local-level benefits, plus services from the Georgia Association of REALTORS® (GAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

Annual membership includes access to 12 Hours of Free CE, Education Seminars, Fun & Charitable Events, ACBR Exchange Mail, Free ACBR Commercial Board Forms, Industry-leading Advocacy, Exclusive Designations & Certifications, REALTOR® Member Discounts with GAR & NAR, Insurance Products, GAR’s Free Legal Email Helpline, and GAR Contacts! Additional benefits and resources are available at: atlcbr.com/benefits.

Can I choose my ACBR membership type?

 In most cases, no. The Managing Principal or Designated REALTOR® selects the membership category for the entire office. During October, the Principal confirms the membership category for themselves and their office before renewal billing is generated. Beginning in November, all other licensees in the office are billed according to the Principal’s selected membership category.

Visit our Membership FAQs for more information

What is the annual cost of membership?

ACBR Member:

  • ACBR Member: $385.00
  • ACBR Member Affiliate: $518.00
  • ACBR Member Affiliate Associate: $268.00 (Eligible if the company has an ACBR Member Affiliate)
  • ACBR Member Emeritus: $0.00

ACBR REALTOR®:

  • ACBR REALTOR®: $650.00
  • ACBR REALTOR® Emeritus: $0.00

Did the renewal amount change?

Yes, the cost of annual membership has changed for 2026.

For ACBR REALTOR® members, the local (ACBR) portion has increased by $16, and the state (GAR) portion has increased by $25 for 2026.

For ACBR Members (non-REALTORS®), the local membership increased by $25.

For ACBR Affiliate and Affiliate Associate members, the local membership increased by $18.

Is a Payment Plan available?

No, there is no payment plan available at this time.

What if I miss the renewal deadline?

For members who have not renewed in full by February 1st, the renewal amount will increase by $25.

For members who have not renewed in full by March 1st, the renewal amount will increase an additional $25 and your membership benefits will be discontinued.

What is an RPAC Investment?

RPAC is your best investment in real estate! The REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) is the nation's largest, most successful, and most bipartisan political action committee. Your voluntary investment is used to improve your bottom line in several ways: Through issues mobilization, political advocacy, and by directly supporting candidates at the local, state, and federal levels of government who champion the ideals and principles of REALTORS®. To learn more about the REALTOR® Political Action Committee and its initiatives, please visit atlcbr.com/rpac or www.realtorparty.realtor.

Is an RPAC Investment included in my renewal?

A fair share RPAC Investment is included on each member's renewal to help reach the Association's annual REALTOR® Party fundraising goals, but your participation is voluntary. If renewing online, after you select "pay dues" and before you enter your credit card information, you will see a blue edit link next to the RPAC investment on the order summary. If you click on the edit button you'll be taken to a page that will allow you to adjust your investment to any amount you'd feel comfortable contributing or to opt out from investing at this time.

Am I required to invest in RPAC?

Your renewal invoice online includes a voluntary RPAC investment which is strongly encouraged but is ultimately voluntary. You may invest any amount you feel comfortable with or opt-out. Please note that RPAC saves the typical REALTOR® approximately $25,000 each year, and without RPAC, you would be paying significantly more in operating costs annually. 

As you go through the prompts to pay online, you have the ability to modify and/or remove the RPAC amount (you'll see an "edit" option next to the RPAC amount) just before you input your credit card information.

How may I obtain my Username or Password?

From the login screen, you may use the "Get Started" button to retrieve your Username and Password. You must provide your last name and either your email address, Membership ID, or real estate license number in order to retrieve your information. Click here to visit the Member Portal.

How do I print an invoice?

Log in to your Member Portal and click on the "My Orders" tab. Click on the order name which is in blue. This link brings you to an Orders Details page. Use the "Print" button on the bottom of the page to download a pdf. If your order has been paid, then these steps provide a receipt.

What payment methods are accepted?

You may pay by check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express.

We also accept cash or money orders, provided the exact amount is tendered.

Is my credit card charged immediately?

Yes, the charge is completed during the renewal transaction, allow several minutes for the balance to clear from your portal view. If you have incorrectly entered the number or expiration date, or if there is another problem with the card, you will be unable to complete the transaction.

What if I wish to pay by check?

Please make your check payable to: ACBR

Submit payment to the Association Office at:
5784 Lake Forrest Dr., Atlanta, GA 30328

Please include a copy of your invoice (details above) and/or include your real estate license # on the check.

I am a Broker. How may I view who in my office still needs to renew?

Designated REALTORS® may now manage their office and agents' membership online.
Click here for more information.