What is CABOR
The Cleveland Area Board of Realtors, abbreviated CABOR, is a professional organization for Real estate professionals who sell real property and businesses that work in or with the real estate industry. CABOR provides a variety of services to its members including education, insurance, affinity programs and legislative representation, as well as membership in the Ohio Association of Realtors(OAR) and the National Association of Realtors(NAR).
Members who hold the title Realtor are licensed real estate professionals who choose to voluntarily subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics that is above and beyond the law. The word Realtor is a registered trademark that can only be used by members of a local, state and national association of Realtors. People who do not subscribe to the strict Code of Ethics are not members of a Realtor association and are simply real estate licensees.
CABOR Membership
Membership in CABOR
Three
memberships in one - When you become a member of the Cleveland Area
Board of REALTORS®, you are automatically entitled to membership in the
National Association of REALTORS®, the largest trade association in the
nation, as well as membership in the Ohio Association of REALTORS®.
CABOR's membership categories include REALTOR® and Commercial
REALTOR. CABOR also has a membership category named "Affiliates".
Affiliate members represent a variety of specialties within the real
estate field, including title agencies, financial institutions, home
inspection service organizations, publishing houses, mortgage
companies, law firms and many others.
CABOR's Mission
For more than 110 years, the Cleveland
Area Board of REALTORS® has served its members by providing and
promoting a variety of programs and services to enhance its members'
freedom and ability to conduct their individual business with success,
integrity and competency. In addition, CABOR provides collective action
to promote the extension and
preservation of the right to own,
transfer and use real property. When you become a member of CABOR, you
become part of a network of individuals who strive to improve the real
estate profession and their professional development. As a member, you
will be invited to become involved with one of our committees or to
volunteer in a way that interests you. Choose from the Legislative
Committee, which identifies and monitors proposed legislation and
regulatory changes to evaluate the impact on the real estate industry
and to formulate CABOR's legislative agendas, the Professional
Development Committee, which recommends educational programs and
resources, evaluates and selects instructors and assists with the
development and promotion of CABOR educational offerings, and many
other opportunities.
Educational Opportunities
CABOR conducts a number of
professional development programs led by top notch speakers and experts
throughout the year. Education opportunities include discounted
continuing education rates, computer training, commercial-specific
continuing education, designations courses, as well as a limited
selection of books, audiotapes and videotapes. Members have the
opportunity to earn a scholarship for continuing education through the
Harold L. Klarreich Scholarship Foundation.
Networking Opportunities
Join REALTOR® and Affiliate
members at committee meetings, golf outings, holiday parties and other
events for professional and social networking opportunities.
Specialized discussion groups are formed to meet the specific needs of
members.
Multiple Listing Service
Members of CABOR have full access
to the Northern Ohio Regional Multiple Listing Service (NORMLS) with
hands-on MLS training to get the most out of the service.
Electronic Lockbox Corporation
CABOR members can purchase
or exchange electronic lockbox equipment or change their PIN or shackle
numbers at the centrally-located Board office.
Government Affairs/RPAC
Staff professionals, through the
REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC), represent the interests of
Ohio's private property owners and REALTORS® before the legislature and
regulatory bodies of local and county government.
Dispute Resolution
All CABOR members agree to act under
and adhere to a strict Code of Ethics. Through its Professional
Standards Committee, CABOR investigates allegations of unethical
conduct, and mediates and resolves disputes in a timely fashion.
Award Opportunities
CABOR members are eligible to receive prestigious awards for their dedication and service to CABOR and the real estate industry.
Special Events
CABOR's annual special events and community
service projects provide the opportunity for REALTORS® and Affiliate
members to work together to display industry excellence and involvement
in the community.
Affinity Programs
Affinity programs for members of CABOR
include group health, dental, vision and disability insurance, errors
& omissions insurance, discounts on workers' compensation,
discounts on cellular phone service, MasterCard and Visa programs and
retirement and financial planning.
REALTOR® Essentials Gifts & Supplies
REALTOR®
Essentials provides one-stop shopping for the busy real estate
professional. You will find a host of items important to your business
including real estate forms, books, brochure boxes, promotional items,
rider signs, jewelry, clothing and housewarming gifts-all at very
reasonable rates. Items available in the store, located in the CABOR
office, or online at www.cabor.com.
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