We have a very active group of Affiliate members and it got me wondering how your local boards and state associations handle their Affiliate members.

In New Hampshire we have Affiliate members who belong both to the local and state associations. They seem to be everywhere, doing all sorts of things and they are always there when you really need them.

They volunteer and most importantly donate a LOT of TIME and Money to the REALTORS®.

Do we as REALTORS® really utilize the SERVICES they offer or do you notice some members or boards just taking advantage of them without giving anything back. What do they get out of what they give? Sponsorships are costly…RESPA is always a concern. I know they hope to get referrals and that is the name of the game.

I know we have a bunch of dedicated affiliate members and are their services under utilized or are we just taking them for granted?

Take Advantage of the knowledge and skills the Affiliate can offer your customers and clients …you might be surprised how valuable that service is.

BTW I am a REALTOR® not an Affiliate.