is it worth joining the national association of realtors 
professional real estate agents may benefit from joining the national association of realtors which provides access to market data and property listings on its multiple listing services as well as access to local realtor associations for full time professionals with many clients these services can be well worth the 156 annual membership fee 6 however there is no requirement to join the nar to work in the real estate industry the only requirement is to meet your state s licensing requirements 