How to Join/New Member Info
Join Lakeland REALTORS® Where Your Career Is Supported, Protected, and Connected
For more than 100 years, Lakeland REALTORS® has been the trusted voice for real estate professionals in our community. With a networks of 1500+ REALTOR® and affiliate members, we don’t just support real estate careers. We advocate for them.
When you join Lakeland REALTORS®, youre not just signing up for a membership. You’re joining an organization that understands your business, protects your interests, and stands up for you at every level.
How do I become a REALTOR® Member?
Joining Lakeland REALTORS® as a REALTOR® member is easy! To join, you must:
- Hold an active Florida real estate license
- Be affiliated with a REALTOR® broker
- *Join the same local REALTOR® association as your broker
- Click the button below to apply or contact us at (863) 687-6111 to make appointment with our Member Services Director. No walk ins allowed. Please make sure to bring your photo ID with your application and method of payment with you to the appointment. Allow 30-45 minutes for the appointment.
*If your broker belongs to a different REALTOR® association, you may be eligible for secondary membership with Lakeland REALTORS®. Our team is happy to help you determine the best option for your situation.
After your appointment and your application has been processed, you will need to complete the following trainings:
- New Member Orientation (we host one monthly and must complete one within 60 days from your appointment)
- Code of Ethics Training (within 60 days of joining)
- Fair Housing Training (within 60 days of joining)
- Stellar MLS Training (within 60 days of joining)
Once your application and payment have been processed, you’ll be granted provisional membership status. Provisional members are considered as REALTOR® members and are subject to all of the same privileges and obligations of membership. You’ll also receive a welcome email with your Member ID number (also known as M1 Number) along with other important information. After you successfully complete you complete the required trainings above, you will be sworn in as a new REALTOR® Member!
This structure ensures consistency and compliance within the REALTOR® organization while supporting brokers and agents alike.
What It Means To Be A REALTOR®
A REALTOR® is more than a licensed real estate agent.
REALTORS® are members of the National Association of REALTORS® who commit to upholding a strict Code of Ethics, setting a higher standard of professionalism, integrity, and client service.
When you join Lakeland REALTORS®, you automatically become a member of:
- Lakeland REALTORS® (you local association)
- Florida REALTORS®
- National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)
This three-tier membership gives you access to education, advocacy, tools, and benefits at every level of the industry.
Why Choose Lakeland REALTORS®
Our members don’t just join. They stay. As a member, you gain access to:
- Professional Education & Career Development
- Networking with 1500+ local professionals
- Advocacy and Representation On Issues That Impact Your Business
- Business Tools, Resources, And Market Insights
- Exclusive Discounts, Member Savings, and Perks
- Support From An Association That Understands Real Estate
Whether you’re brand new or well-established, Lakeland REALTORS® is here to help you succeed at every stage of your career.
Membership Types
REALTOR® Membership
REALTOR® membership is available to licensed Sales Associates and Broker Associates who are affiliated with a REALTOR® broker and wish to join Lakeland REALTORS®.
REALTORS® are more than licensed real estate professionals — they are members of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and are committed to a higher standard of professionalism. REALTORS® proudly display the REALTOR® “R” logo and subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics, pledging to treat all parties in a transaction honestly and fairly.
As a REALTOR® member, you gain access to education, advocacy, business tools, networking opportunities, and resources that support your success at every stage of your career. It’s no surprise that 84% of homebuyers say they would work with the same REALTOR® again.
Secondary REALTOR® Membership
Secondary membership is available to licensed Sales Associates whose primary REALTOR® membership is held through another local association, as long as their managing broker is a member of that same association.
This option allows REALTORS® to stay connected locally while maintaining compliance with REALTOR® membership requirements.
Our team is happy to help determine whether secondary membership is the right fit for your situation.
Preferred Business Partner Membership
Preferred Business Partner membership is designed for non-licensed professionals who support the real estate industry and want to connect with REALTORS®.
This includes businesses such as:
- Mortgage and lending companies
- Banks and financial institutions
- Attorneys
- Home inspectors
- Title companies
- Insurance providers
- Home services and industry vendors
Preferred Business Partners gain access to networking opportunities, sponsorships, visibility to our membership, and meaningful relationship-building with real estate professionals throughout the community.
How do I become a Preferred Business Partner?
Preferred Business Partner Membership with Lakeland REALTORS® is an easy process and an inexpensive way to promote your business as it relates to real estate and our community. Membership is obtained by submitting a completed application and the appropriate annual dues paid(prorated). You may fill out the application below or mail your application and payment to the Lakeland REALTORS® office at: 619 E. Orange Street., Lakeland, FL 33801.
Your Professional Home For Real Estate
For over a century, Lakeland REALTORS® has stood beside real estate professionals advocating, educating, and connecting our members so they can thrive.
Apply today and become a part of something bigger than yourself.
Questions?
Contact Member Services Director, Suzanne Fry at (863) 687-6111
