Member Connections

Tennessee REALTORS® & NAR

Connected locally, statewide, and nationally.

UCAR membership automatically connects you to two powerful organizations — Tennessee REALTORS® (TAR) at the state level and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) at the national level.

Together, these three levels provide advocacy, education, legal resources, research, and tools that support REALTORS® at every stage of their career.

The three-way agreement

One membership. Three levels of support.

The REALTOR® three-way agreement means that when you join UCAR as a primary member, you automatically become a member of Tennessee REALTORS® and NAR as well — with access to all three levels of resources, advocacy, and support.

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NAR

National Association of REALTORS®
1.5M+ members nationwide

National advocacy & tools

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UCAR

Upper Cumberland Association of REALTORS®
650+ local members

Your local home base

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Tennessee REALTORS®

Statewide association
Serving all of Tennessee

State advocacy & education

Primary UCAR members pay dues to all three levels. Secondary members pay local dues only — state and national dues are covered by their primary association.

State level

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Tennessee REALTORS® (TAR)

Serving Tennessee real estate professionals statewide since 1940

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Tennessee REALTORS® represents real estate professionals across the state, providing advocacy at the Tennessee General Assembly, professional development resources, legal guidance, and member savings programs. As a UCAR member, you are automatically a member of Tennessee REALTORS® and have access to everything they offer.

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Standard Contract Forms

Full access to Tennessee REALTORS® real estate contract forms via Forms on the Fly — essential tools for every transaction, kept current with state law.

Legal & Ethics Hotline

Direct access to Tennessee REALTORS® staff attorneys for legal and ethics guidance on real estate matters. A critical resource when you need a fast, reliable answer.

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TREEF — CE & Education

24 CE-accredited online courses through the Tennessee Real Estate Educational Foundation, including designations, certifications, and specialty training.

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GRI Designation Program

The Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI) designation — Tennessee REALTORS® offers the full GRI curriculum to help members elevate their professional expertise.

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State Legislative Advocacy

Monitoring and influencing Tennessee General Assembly legislation that impacts real estate, property rights, and homeownership. Includes Day on the Hill and the TNEX Conference.

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RPAC — State Level

Tennessee REALTORS® RPAC supports state legislative candidates who champion real estate priorities and protect homeownership across Tennessee.

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Monthly Market Statistics

Statewide and regional housing market data published monthly to keep members informed on pricing, sales volume, and market trends across Tennessee.

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The Digest & Tennessee Matters

Weekly and monthly e-newsletters keeping members current on industry news, legislative updates, market insights, and association announcements.

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Midas IQ — Expense Tracking

Track business expenses and save thousands per year. Includes live monthly financial webinars to help members manage their business finances more effectively.

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CapCare Health Benefits

Access to health, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance options through a national PPO network via the PL Group — available to all Tennessee REALTORS® members.

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Booking Community — Travel Discounts

Up to 70% off hotel and travel rates at over 800,000 participating hotels and resorts worldwide — exclusive to Tennessee REALTORS® members.

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ODP / Office Depot Savings

Save up to 75% on paper, ink, breakroom supplies, and office essentials at Office Depot and OfficeMax stores and online.

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Active & Fit — Fitness Access

Access to 12,700+ fitness centers and 8,800 premium exercise studios nationwide for just $28/month — flexible with no long-term commitment.

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Constant Contact Discounts

Special pricing on Constant Contact email marketing services — helping members stay connected with clients and grow their business through professional email campaigns.

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Hotel Fraye & Embassy Suites

Special discounted rates at the Hotel Fraye and Embassy Suites in Nashville — ideal for members attending state meetings or events in the Nashville area.

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Professional Standards Support

Ethics complaint processing, arbitration, and ombudsman services at the state level — ensuring fair and consistent professional standards across Tennessee.

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Transaction Desk

A streamlined transaction management platform included with Tennessee REALTORS® membership to help organize documents and manage deals efficiently.

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Global Business Resources

Resources and connections for members working with international buyers and sellers, including global real estate networks and country-specific market information.

National level

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National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)

America’s largest trade association — 1.5 million members strong

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The National Association of REALTORS® is one of the most effective advocacy organizations in the country, working to protect property rights, promote homeownership, and advance the real estate profession on behalf of its members. As a UCAR member, you are part of this powerful national network.

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REALTORS® Property Resource (RPR)

A free, powerful market analytics and property data platform built exclusively for REALTORS® — with neighborhood data, market trends, and detailed property reports to share with clients.

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Federal Advocacy

NAR lobbies Congress on behalf of REALTORS® and property owners — protecting mortgage interest deductions, 1031 exchanges, fair housing, and real estate-friendly tax policy.

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RPAC — Federal Level

The REALTORS® Political Action Committee supports federal candidates who champion real estate priorities — protecting your business and your clients at the highest levels of government.

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Designations & Certifications

Earn nationally recognized credentials including ABR® (buyer rep), SRS® (seller rep), CRS®, SRES®, GREEN, and more — each one signaling specialized expertise to clients.

Code of Ethics Training

Free CE-eligible Code of Ethics training required every three years, plus Fair Housing training — available online through NAR at no additional cost to members.

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Research & Housing Statistics

Exclusive access to NAR's research team — including the Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, existing home sales data, commercial market reports, and member demographic surveys.

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REALTOR Benefits® — FedEx

Exclusive discounts on FedEx shipping and business services — saving money on every package, document, and marketing piece you send.

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REALTOR Benefits® — Dell Technologies

Member-only pricing on Dell laptops, desktops, monitors, and accessories — technology discounts to keep your business running at full speed.

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REALTOR Benefits® — DocuSign

Discounted e-signature plans for real estate transactions — streamline closings and document signing with one of the most trusted platforms in the industry.

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REALTOR Benefits® — Liberty Mutual

Special member rates on auto, home, renters, and other personal insurance products through Liberty Mutual — exclusive to NAR members.

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REALTOR Benefits® — Car Rentals

Discounted pricing and special offers on rental cars from major carriers — savings for every client meeting, property showing, and business trip.

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Get.realtor — Member Websites

Professionally designed real estate websites to capture leads, showcase listings, and build your personal brand — available exclusively to NAR members.

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REALTOR® Magazine & Daily News

Stay current with REALTOR® Magazine and daily real estate news, market commentary, and professional development content curated for REALTORS®.

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NAR NXT — Annual Conference

Access to NAR NXT, The REALTOR® Experience — the flagship national conference bringing together thousands of real estate professionals for education, networking, and industry connection.

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Young Professionals Network (YPN)

A national network for the next generation of REALTORS® — YPN connects emerging leaders through events, resources, and advocacy opportunities at the local, state, and national level.

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REALTORS® Legislative Meetings

An annual event in Washington, D.C. where REALTORS® from across the country meet directly with Congress members to advance real estate priorities on Capitol Hill.

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NAR Library & Archives

Access to thousands of print and digital research resources, market reports, legal references, and industry publications through NAR's library and archives.

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30+ Additional Partner Programs

Insurance, marketing tools, financial services, home products, and more — the full REALTOR Benefits® program features over 30 carefully selected industry partners with exclusive member offers.

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Questions about your membership connections?

UCAR staff can help you get connected to state and national resources, find the right contacts at Tennessee REALTORS® or NAR, or answer questions about your three-way membership.

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