At-a-Glance
What is RAF/HAF? Are these voluntary?
RAF (REALTOR® Action Fund) and HAF(Housing Affordability Fund) are optional, voluntary items on your bill that do not affect your normal REALTOR® dues.
How do I pay my bill online without these?
What are the billing due dates?
December: SentriLock, REALTOR® and MLS fees are assessed, and emailed to your email on file.
January 1st: All dues and fees are due.
January 10th: Late fees are assessed to the unpaid accounts, and unpaid accounts are suspended.
February 1st: All unpaid accounts are terminated. New application fees apply.
June: SentriLock and MLS fees are assessed, and emailed to your email on file.
July 1st: MLS & SentriLock fees are due.
July 10th: Late fees are assessed to the unpaid accounts, and unpaid accounts are suspended.
August 1st: All unpaid accounts are terminated. New application fees apply.
How much are dues in 2025?*
REALTOR® dues for existing members are $718 for NAR, CAR and local membership.
The FlexMLS subscription for existing subscribers in Santa Barbara is $325 twice a year.
SentriLock access for existing subscribers in Santa Barbara is $90 twice a year.
*This does not include the application fees for new members/subscribers.
Are there refunds for dues or fees paid?
No, as part of the application, we indicate that there are no automatic refunds for dues or fees paid. It is the responsibility of the account holder to maintain any automatic payment, updated contact information, or account maintenance. In the event of an emergency situation, requests may be made to the Board of Directors for consideration, to be heard at their next upcoming board meeting. Send that request to mcantello@sbaor.com with the reasons and details of your request. The request made is confidential and will not be kept on file.
How do I cancel/close my account?
Send an email to membership@sbaor.com with your name, company, and your request to terminate your account. Unused subscription or membership dues will not be refunded. Please see above! These requests are processed on the day received.