Member Help

In an effort to assist our members, we provide this section of the web site, which contains links to FAQs, plus articles designed to educate and inform on a variety of important topics.

SAR - The Basics

What are your hours of operation?		Where is your office located?
After joining SAR, how long do I have before I need to take the New Member Orientation?		What is the mission of the Sarasota Association of Realtors®?
How can I become a member of an SAR committee?		What qualifications are required to serve on the SAR Board of Directors?
How are SAR Directors and Officers elected?		How long does an SAR Director or Officer serve on the Board of Directors?

Dues and Accounts

When are dues billings produced?		What fees are included on each dues billing?
When are SAR dues due?		Why was the change made to mandatory electronic dues payments?

SAR Supra Key Information

What if my key is locked on a screen and I cannot change it?		I keep getting Error Code 19 when updating my key. What is causing this?
How do I view the activity of my lockbox?		My keypad was on the cradle overnight and it did not update. Do I need a new cradle?
I am in front of a listing with a client and my key is expired. How can I update my key?		Is the Supra eKEY software available for the Blackberry devices?

Governmental Affairs

I have heard of RPAC. What exactly is RPAC?		What is the purpose of RPAC?
When I contribute to RPAC where does the money go?		Does RPAC contribute to political parties?

MLS Information

What is the MLS system called?		Do I have to go to Orlando to join and for training? Who do I call for support?
Which other associations participate in MFR, and will I have access to their data?		When will SAR members be able to access data for all 13 associations?
Do I have to learn another new system?		Since SAR and MFR both use MLXchange, will all my data, photos, contacts, searches, reports, etc. transfer to MFR?
Will my log-in change?		Will our area numbers continue to be recognized for searches?
Will I be required to attend training?		Are there any new features in MFR?
What does MFR cost and when are payments due?		What is the Service Center fee used for?
What if I am a commercial agent?

SAR Overview This article provides a short, basic overview of the various committees, services and functions of the Sarasota Association of Realtors.		SAR Application Process Here is what you need to do to begin the SAR application process and become a member of the Association.
IRS Tax Information This is an important IRS document explaning the tax code as it relates to Realtors, Rental Agents and Foreign Owners of U.S. Real Estate.		Why Use A Realtor®? This is a comprehensive article produced by NAR which provides a strong case for using a Realtor® in the real estate transaction process.