Process and Applications

SAR Membership

To apply for SAR membership, please submit the following documentation:

Completed SAR Membership Application, including responsible broker's signature
Copy of your California Department of Real Estate salesperson's or broker's license
Copy of your picture ID (driver's license, passport, etc.)
Payment for the appropriate dues amount.

Multiple Listing Service (MLS)

REALTOR® membership does not include access to the MLS. SAR participates in an independent regional MLS known as MetroList Services Inc. For subscription details, see subscribing to MetroList®.

Lockboxes and Lockbox Keys

To obtain a lockbox and/or key, please call SAR Member Services at (916) 922-7711.

New Member Orientation
When you join SAR, you will sign up for a new member orientation. We offer two orientation options:

Mondays, 12:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. - noon

Note: SAR must receive your membership and subscription applications and payments by noon on Friday for the following Monday class and by 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday for the Wednesday class. Please arrive on time and plan to stay the entire three and one-hour (3-1/2) hours. Please do not bring children with you, as this is a classroom environment.

Orientation Topics

SAR's new member orientation covers:

Presentation of new member packet and REALTOR® pin
Overview of SAR benefits
Powerpoint explaining the Code of Ethics
REALTOR® Safety Video
An introduction to SAR Public Affairs, Education and Retail Store
Lockbox and DisplayKEY training (if applicable). eKEY® training is conducted on an individual basis.