Welcome New Members
In this section, you will find information pertaining to membership requirements and helpful resources.
REALTOR® Training Requirements
There are three training requirements for new REALTOR® type members.
These training courses must be completed within the first six months of membership.
Class Information
These three classes must be completed separately.
- Georgia Upstate Lakes Board of REALTORS® Local Orientation
This program is approximately 90 minutes in length and is offered every few months. Please click one of the links at the bottom of the calendar to register. - Code of Ethics Training
This program can be completed online or in class.- The online program offered through NAR can be accessed by clicking here. Login information for the NAR website: Upon applying for membership, you were assigned a National REALTOR® Database System ID. This is commonly referred to as your M1 Number or NRDS ID. You will need this in order to create an account and register for the online course. Please note that this option does not provide you with continuing education credit.
- In-class programs are approximately 3 hours in length and do provide you with CE credit in addition to fulfilling the new membership responsibilities. Courses in this area are offered through the Georgia Association of REALTORS®. Click here to search.
- Fair Housing / Anti-Bias Training
This program can be completed online or in class.- The online program offered through NAR can be accessed by clicking here. Login information for the NAR website: Upon applying for membership, you were assigned a National REALTOR® Database System ID. This is commonly referred to as your M1 Number or NRDS ID. You will need this in order to create an account and register for the online course. Please note that this option does not provide you with continuing education credit.
- In-class programs are approximately 3 hours in length and do provide you with CE credit in addition to fulfilling the new membership responsibilities. Courses in this area are offered through the Georgia Association of REALTORS®. Click here to search.
Please feel free to contact the membership department with any questions regarding your membership via phone, 404.845.4006, or email, membership@gulbor.com. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the next training session.
Already a REALTOR®?
If you are currently a member of another REALTOR® Association or have held membership in the past with the Georgia Upstate Lakes Board of REALTORS® and you have already completed your new member training requirements, then you would not be required to complete this training again.
You must submit proof of your New Member Code of Ethics, Fair Housing Training, and Orientation completion from your previous or current REALTOR® association to bypass attendance at either of these training sessions.
Upcoming REALTOR® Training Programs
Member Login Information
Find login details and access information for the member tools and systems available to our members.
Get Involved
Explore committees and discover ways to connect, contribute, and get more involved with the Association.
Upcoming Events
See upcoming events, classes, and networking opportunities designed to help you stay informed and engaged.
Membership Resources
Open each section below to access tools, links, and information to help you get started.
Georgia Upstate Lakes Board of REALTORS® Benefits
Membership Account Portal
Register for upcoming events and renew your annual membership via your Member Portal! All seminars and other programs can be found by clicking on 'Upcoming Meetings' under the 'Events' tab. (Additional REALTOR® Associations/Boards also use this site and are listed on the footer of your account web page. Search events, use the filter feature, or look for events that begin 'GULBOR' for the Georgia Upstate Lakes Board of REALTORS®.)
GULBOR Committees
Get involved and sign up for a committee today! Once enrolled you'll receive meeting reminders.
Facebook
Follow us on Facebook and check out our posts!
Upcoming Events
Realizing that networking is a vital part of a successful career in real estate, the Georgia Upstate Lakes REALTORS® provides numerous opportunities for the entire real estate industry to come together!
Affiliates
Please Support our Affiliate Members!
Advocacy
gulbor.com/advocacy
From the halls of the Capitol to the courthouse steps, REALTORS ® are fighting and winning political battles. If an issue is important to real estate, you'll find out about it here.
gulbor.com/rpac
How the REALTORS® Political Action Committee saves you money.
garealtor.com/advocacy
Advocacy news and resources from the Georgia Association of REALTORS®.
realtorparty.realtor
NAR's latest news about the REALTOR® Party which is a powerful alliance of REALTORS® and REALTOR® Associations working to advance public policies and candidates that build strong communities, protect property interests, and promote a vibrant business environment.
Education
gulbor.com/education
Affordable Continuing Education courses are offered each year locally.
The CE Shop
As a member of GULBOR, you have access to top-tier online real estate courses through The CE Shop. From pre-licensing to continuing education, exam prep, post-licensing, and license upgrades, The CE Shop offers everything you need to meet your educational goals—all in one place.
Orientation
An application is the first stage in becoming a Member of the Georgia Upstate Lakes Board of REALTORS®. New primary REALTOR® members must complete (3) three New Member Training Requirements within 6 months of joining the association in order to maintain REALTOR® status. Notices with additional information will be emailed once the member's application has been processed. For more information, please visit Code of Ethics course and Fair Housing Training.
Scholarships
Reimbursements provided by GAR for approved designation and certification courses!
- April 15 for courses completed January 1 through March 31
- July 15 for courses completed April 1 through June 30
- October 15 for courses completed July 1 through September 30
- January 15 for courses completed October 1 through December 31 of the previous year
List of all courses approved for GAR Scholarships
GAR Continuing Education Classes
Includes designation and certification courses, both in classroom setting and online.
gulbor.com/safety
REALTOR® safety information. A local series of 5-minute videos featuring Captain Ken Malcom highlighting safety tips and situational awareness. September is NAR's REALTOR® Safety month!
Georgia Association of REALTORS®' Benefits (GAR)
garealtor.com
Georgia Association of REALTORS® website.
GAR Member Discounts
Special discounts are offered by GAR (NRDS ID # required to view member content).
Georgia Real Estate Health Benefits Center
A health solution designed exclusively for GAR members, you and your dependents may qualify for affordable coverage that sources the best care possible and fits with your financial picture. Enrollment is open year-round! GAR does not email or call any members regarding insurance.
GAR Forms (real estate contracts)
Included in your membership by using your REALTOR® Membership ID #! A $349/yr value.
Free Legal Email Helpline
Submit your questions regarding Ethics/Arbitration, License Law, GAR Contract Forms or basic real estate-related legal questions to GAR's longtime general counsel, Weissman PC. (Membership ID # required to access the submission page.)
Legal Lines Library
A video series that features GAR General Counsel Seth Weissman discussing some of the most frequently asked questions that come through the GAR Legal Helpline!
Georgia REALTOR® Magazine
A quarterly publication that covers current hot topics in real estate. View archived issues with the link above.
National Association of REALTORS®' Benefits (NAR)
nar.realtor
Association of REALTORS® website.
nar.realtor/new-member
Get to know your membership with NAR! This site helps advise you on your first year of membership and includes a list of 9 To-Dos for your first month of membership.
Right Tools Right Now
Each month, NAR will offer savings on select tools, products, and resources most beneficial for you and your business, and offer them for free or at a discounted price. Don’t miss this month’s featured offers!
NAR References
NAR has done the research for you! Formally known as Field Guides, NAR's References contain links to external articles, titles from the NAR Library eBooks collection, websites, statistics, and other material to provide a comprehensive overview of perspectives on each topic.
Research Reports & Housing Statistics
Provides the latest real estate research and statistics that affect the industry. Get the stats and stay informed.
NAR Library
Access business letter templates among many other resources.
NAR Member Benefit Providers
Lists all the companies with which NAR has partnered to provide value-added offers and significant savings on products and services you use in your business and personal life.
realtorsinsuranceplace.com
NAR’s REALTORS® Insurance Place provides plans for you and your family, including exclusive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, plus telemedicine and a variety of wellness solutions – all with unique benefits for NAR members.
NAR does not email or call any members regarding insurance. Please report unsolicited communications from anyone claiming to be NAR or using the REALTOR® trademarks to fraudulently sell you an insurance product to insurancescam@nar.realtor.
ebooks
Access 100's of free audio and ebooks.
magazine.realtor
REALTOR® Magazine is the official magazine of the National Association of REALTORS® and the business tool for real estate professionals. Issues are released every other month. View archived issues and enroll in online-only subscriptions with the link above.
NAR Member Account
Login to your NAR Account for quick access to NAR REALTOR® Member Benefits & Resources. If you’d like a REALTOR®Membership Card, you may print or download one here!
REALTORS® Property Resource (RPR)
Access to property data, market trends, and client-friendly reporting exclusively for REALTORS®. (Georgia MLS & FMLS are participants.) Training is available at blog.narrpr.com/learning/
Center for REALTOR® Financial Wellness
Resource designed to help you understand your financial planning options and prepare for the future, one step at a time. Be sure to also check out NAR’s Monthly Financial Wellness Webinars!
Commitment to Excellence
The National Association of REALTORS® proudly introduces Commitment to Excellence (C2EX), a program that empowers REALTORS® to demonstrate their professionalism and commitment to conducting business at the highest standards. (Complete the entire program to earn elective credits toward the GRI designation!)
Fairhaven.realtor
NAR’s Free Fair Housing Training Platform - Complete this interactive online simulation training to test and assess how well you're protecting clients against discrimination in the home-buying process!
NAR’s Mentorship Program
The National Association of REALTORS® is proud to present, Spire, this new initiative as an opportunity specifically targeting multi-cultural, minority communities, toward building bridges to the holistic real estate community. This mentorship opportunity will help individuals learn the fundamentals of the real estate industry, foster education, empower serious consideration of real estate as a career path, and encourage and promote the development of generational wealth through property ownership.
nar.realtor/magazine
The REALTOR® Magazine is the official publication of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), offering real estate professionals the latest industry news, market trends, business strategies, and professional insights.
Marketing / Communication
ThatsWhoWeR.realtor
NAR's newest marketing campaign helping consumers understand why working with a REALTOR® is the best choice! Free campaign materials are available.
get.realtor
Sign up for your own .REALTOR® domain or .realestate domain today!
Proper use of the REALTOR® marks
The term REALTOR® is not only a trademark owned by NAR and protected by federal law, it is also a valuable membership benefit.
gulbor.com/logos
GULBOR's logo and a link to NAR's REALTOR® logo for your marketing.
thedifference.realtor
Distinguish yourself by sharing the value of the REALTOR® brand which unites us.
gulbor.com/market-brief
A monthly Housing Report using data compiled by Georgia MLS (GAMLS).
"Plugged In" with GAR
Monthly infographics to share with clients!
members.houselogic.com
REALTOR® Content Resource - the best FREE way to keep in touch with your clients! Your source for ready-to-use articles on all aspects of homeownership, including home buying and selling, for your consumer communications.
narteamstore.realtor
NAR's Official Supplier of REALTOR®-Logo branded promotional products.
realtor.com
Sign up for a professional Dashboard. Once you have set up your professional Dashboard, you should claim your FREE profile by entering your REALTOR® Membership ID#.