Dues Billing Q&A

 

Q1:  How will I receive my 2025 dues invoice?

A1:  Email billing will be used for 2025 dues. You can also view and pay by logging into the RRAR Membership Portal beginning November 1, 2024

Q2:  Does RRAR have my most current email address?

A2:  Login here to verify and update your member information including email address.

Q3:  What is the deadline for renewing members for 2025?

A3:  January 15, 2025.

Q4:  When will I be assessed a late fee?

A4:  A $100 late fee will be applied on January 16, 2025 for renewing members.

Q5:  How much are the 2025 dues for RRAR, NCR and NAR?

A5:  The total 2025 renewing membership dues are $690 if paid before January 15, 2025.
$201 will be sent to NAR, $210 will be sent to NCR and $279 will be retained at RRAR to provide services and benefits at the local level.

Q6:  Has the total amount changed?

A6:  Yes, your total REALTOR® dues increase in 2025 is $8. This adjustment reflects rising operational costs and inflation, driven in part by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Over the past year, we have worked hard to minimize the impact of these rising costs on our members. But to continue offering the high-quality services and resources you expect, this change is essential.

Q7:  What happens if I do not pay my 2025 dues?

A7:  BICs will be invoiced a non-member fee of $715.00 for each non-member affiliated with their office on February 1, 2025.

Q8:  Are 2025 dues refundable if I put my license on inactive status later in the year?

A8:  Annual dues for membership are non-refundable.

Q9:  How can I pay my 2025 membership dues?

A9:  Dues can be paid through the member portal with a Telecheck, Credit or Debit Card easily and securely. RRAR does not accept paper checks.

Q10:  Are membership dues tax deductible as a business expense?

A10:  Most of your membership dues can be deducted as a business expense. The portion that is non-deductible related to lobbying expenses at the local, state and national levels for 2025 is $84.00. 

Q11:  What dues for NC Realtors are tax deductible?

A11: NC Realtors dues payments are NOT deductible as charitable contributions for Federal income tax purposes. Such payments however, may be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense.
NC REALTORS® lobbying dues are NOT deductible for income tax purposes. The portion of NC REALTORS® dues attributable to lobbying expenses that are not deductible is $29.00 (or 14.0%). The remainder of NC REALTOR® dues, $181.00, may be deductible.

Q12: What NAR dues are non-deductible?

A12: Dues payments to NAR are NOT deductible as charitable contributions for Federal income tax purposes. Such payments however, may be deductible as an ordinary
and necessary business expense.
NAR lobbying dues are NOT deductible for income tax purposes. The portion of NAR dues attributable to lobbying expenses that are not deductible is $55.00 (or 35.0%). The remainder of NAR dues, $101.00, may be deductible.
In addition to your 2025 NAR dues, NAR also assesses a mandatory Consumer Advertising Campaign assessment of $45.00 to all REALTOR members. The entire amount of this assessment qualifies as deductible dues.
If you have any questions, please consult your business tax advisor/consultant.

Q13:  How do I request an RPAC investment refund??

A13: Click the button below to view the RPAC investment refund process

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2025 Pro-rated Payment Balances:

Realtors® who become new members of RRAR will receive a pro-rated invoice, based on when they sign up for membership. Please refer to the chart below.


2024 NC REALTORS® PAC Disclaimer:
Contributions to RPAC are not deductible for federal or state income tax purposes. Contributions are voluntary and are used for political purposes. Suggested amounts are merely guidelines and you may contribute more or less than the suggested amounts. The National Association of REALTORS® and its state and local associations will not favor or disadvantage any member because of the amount contributed or a decision not to contribute. Your contribution is split between National RPAC and the State PAC in your state. NC RPAC supports the efforts of National RPAC and contributes a portion of its contributions to National RPAC. Contact your State Association or PAC for information about the percentages of your contribution provided to National RPAC and to the State PAC. The National RPAC portion is used to support federal candidates and is charged against your limits under 52 U.S.C. 30116. In-kind contributions/donations are not included for the purposes of the National RPAC State PAC split. NC law requires political committees to report the name, mailing address, job title or profession and name of employer or employee's specific field for each individual whose contributions aggregate is in excess of $50 in an election cycle. North Carolina law prohibits contributions of cash in excess of $50 per day. Federal law prohibits contributions of cash in excess of $100 per year. Contributions can only be accepted from individuals; in the form of personal checks, credit/debit cards and cash less than $50 per day/$100 per year. contributions from corporations or business entities cannot be accepted. This solicitation was paid for by NC RPAC.


RRAR Finance Policies:

RRAR works to make it easy to receive notice of your membership dues by providing timely information at our website www.RRAR.com, direct member emails and publishing information in the weekly newsletter. Failure to receive notification does not relieve you of the requirement to meet the dues deadlines. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Membership Department at (919) 654-5400.

 

 
 
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