Dues Payment Options
Option 1 One Full Time Payment
$149 - SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® ALLOCATION
$342 - STATE ALLOCATION + RAA
$201 - NATIONAL ALLOCATION
$716 - SDMLS FEE 2026
$139 SENTRILOCK202
$49 REALTOR® Action Fund!**
$0 - No Enrollment Fee
Remaining Payments - None
Initial Payment - $1596
Total Fees - $1596
Option 2 Quarterly MLS Payment
$149 - SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® ALLOCATION
$342 - STATE ALLOCATION + RAA
$201 - NATIONAL ALLOCATION
$179 QUARTERLY SDMLS FEE 2026
$139 SENTRILOCK 2026
$49 REALTOR® Action Fund! **
$20 - Enrollment Fee
Remaining Payments - (3)
Initial Payment - $1079
Total Fees - $1616
Option 3 Payment Plan
$149 - SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® ALLOCATION
$342 - STATE ALLOCATION + RAA
$201 - NATIONAL ALLOCATION
$716 - SDMLS FEE 2026
$139 SENTRILOCK 2026
$49 REALTOR® Action Fund!**
$50 - Enrollment Fee
Remaining Payments - (8)
Initial Payment - Dependent on 3rd Party
Total Fees - Dependent on 3rd Party
REALTOR® Dues Renewal 2025 FAQ
What is the deadline for membership renewal?
Membership Renewal Deadline – January 5, 2026
Late Fees occur January 15, 2026
Last day to sign up for Payment Plans – January 5, 2026
What are REALTOR® dues?
Membership dues are allocations for all three REALTOR® Associations for 2026 (local, state, and national). The costs are $741.00 for Sales Agents (including a voluntary $49.00 donation to REALTOR® Action Fund (RAF).
What is the cost breakdown of the REALTOR® dues?
C.A.R dues: $342.00
San Diego Association REALTORS® dues: $149.00
N.A.R. dues: $201.00
RAF voluntary donation: $49.00 (Agent)
What do my dues include?
Your membership provides you with all the resources and services offered by San Diego Association of REALTORS®(SDAR), C.A.R. and N.A.R. Click here to view your benefits that SDAR provides Members.
How do I pay my dues online?
Log in to the Member Portal. Your balance will be reflected under “My Account” on the top right of the page. Click on the View/Pay to box to review and pay your dues.
Can I pay my dues over the phone or in person?
Dues payments may be made by calling 858–715–8000 or in-person at SDAR (4845 Ronson Court San Diego, CA 92111) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
What forms of payment are accepted for dues payments?
Acceptable forms of payment are Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, cash, money orders, personal checks, and bank checks. Please make all checks payable to SDAR.
How do I get my Login ID and Password?
Your Login ID is your SDMLS Member Number (or SDAR Member ID#). If you do not have your Password, please email [email protected] or call 858–715–8000.
If you do not have your Password or your email is not on file with SDAR, please contact [email protected], or call, 858–715–8000, and someone will contact you regarding the next steps.
How do I know if SDAR received my renewal payment?
To check the status of your SDAR renewal payment, log into the Member Portal, and click on the menu title "My Account,” then choose “Balance and History," from the drop down list. Please verify that your "2026 SDAR Renewal Dues" is marked "Complete.” You can also verify by clicking on the “History” tab under “My Account.”
If SDAR has your valid email address on file and you paid online, you will receive an automated receipt following the receipt of your payment. Please allow up to four business days for your payment to process and post if you paid your dues by check in person
When and how will I receive my Membership Dues notice
Membership dues renewal notices have been sent.
All 3 options to pay your dues invoices are also posted to your account and can be viewed at your convenience 24/7 by logging into the Member Portal. To ensure you receive your dues invoice and other important information from SDAR, please be sure that you have a valid email address on file in the SDAR database.
Please note that not receiving a renewal notice does not relieve a member from their obligation to submit their payment by the renewal deadline of 5 p.m. PST on January 5, 2026
When will online Membership Dues payment be available?
Online dues payments can be made anytime through your SDAR portal, for your convenience.
I have not received a membership dues notice (invoice) for my membership. How can I get one?
You should have received a Membership Dues notice via email in November, if you have a valid email address in the SDAR database. If you have not received a notice, this could mean your email address is not on file, you may have opted-out of SDAR emails, or it needs to be updated in the database.
To access your invoices online, log into the Member Portal and click on the Dropdown titled "My Account – Balance and History.”
Support our Industry - Optional Contributions
The REALTOR® Action Fund (RAF) is a member-driven initiative that supports advocacy efforts to protect property rights, the Real Estate profession, and the economic vitality of California communities. Contributions to RAF fund crucial political advocacy, allowing REALTORS® to have a voice in legislation and policies that impact the Real Estate industry, homeownership, and private property rights at the local, state, and national levels.
As an SDAR member, supporting RAF directly benefits your career, clients, and community. Here’s how:
Protecting Your Business: RAF fights against regulations and legislation that could negatively impact the real estate industry, such as new taxes or restrictions on property rights
Empowering REALTORS®' Voices: Through RAF, REALTORS® collectively advocate for laws and policies that make homeownership accessible and affordable.
Strengthening Property Rights: RAF ensures there’s a strong, unified effort to protect private property rights, fighting for fair property laws and opposing measures that could erode the rights of homeowners and property investors.
Investing in Community Growth: Supporting RAF also means supporting the economic growth of California communities.
The Ambassador’s Foundation Fund is a charitable fund dedicated to giving back to the San Diego community, particularly by supporting initiatives that strengthen neighborhoods, assist families in need, and enhance the quality of life for residents. As an SDAR member, contributing to the Ambassador’s Fund is an opportunity to give back to the community you serve. Here’s why it matters:
Community Support and Impact: Your donation directly contributes to causes that support and uplift San Diego residents, from military families needing assistance to local nonprofits working to improve lives.
Strengthening REALTOR® Values: Supporting the Ambassador’s Fund reflects SDAR’s commitment to community service and the REALTOR® value of giving back.
Networking and Collaboration: Participating in fund events and initiatives provides networking opportunities with like-minded REALTORS® and community leaders who value philanthropy and community involvement.
Investing in Future Generations: The fund supports programs that address housing and support services, paving the way for future generations to thrive in San Diego
The California Association of REALTORS® Housing Affordability Fund (HAF), with NPHS and HUD-approved nonprofits, is bridging homeownership gaps for underserved communities. The pathway to the Home Closing Cost Assistance Grant Program will help first-time buyers by providing up to $10,000 in closing cost support. This grant empowers eligible, low-to-moderate-income first-time homebuyers working with a California REALTOR® to overcome financial barriers and achieve homeownership. Generational wealth gaps often prevent these buyers from affording closing costs, and we’re stepping up to help—join us in making a difference.
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