COMMITTEES

Engaging in Your Community: A Pathway to Business Growth

Are you looking to expand your horizons and boost your business? Being an active member of your community can open doors to new opportunities and connections. 

Here’s why being a part of the West Central Association of REALTORS can work wonders for you:

  • Increased Exposure: When you actively engage in community events and organizations like WCAR, you’re putting yourself in the spotlight. This exposure can lead to more people recognizing your expertise and services.

 

  • Networking Opportunities: West Central is a hub of professionals in the real estate industry. By joining, you’ll be connecting with fellow realtors, brokers, and other key players, expanding your circle of potential clients.

 

  • Wider Client Base: Being part of the association gives you a chance to interact with a diverse group of individuals who share a common interest in real estate. This can lead to referrals and collaborations that you might not have encountered otherwise.

 

  • Skill Enhancement: Engaging provides opportunities for professional development. You’ll be exposed to new ideas, trends, and strategies that can elevate your skills as a real estate professional.

 

  • Voice and Influence: Getting involved allows you to have a say in decisions that shape the real estate community. Your input can make a difference and showcase your expertise.

How to Get Involved

2025 Committee applications are open during the month of October.

Applications for current and candidate committee members will be reviewed by the incoming President and submitted to the BOD for approval in November.

Committee Directory

*Open to Affiliate members.

To strengthen existing partnerships, grow the WCAR affiliate network, and ensure existing partners receive valuable membership benefits. 

To promote the REALTOR® brand, our members, and their benefits. The committee will be the liaison to local media outlets, and provide additional advertising suggestions as needed.

Offer opportunities for WCAR members to engage in various projects that are designed to serve and improve our local community.

  • Annual Event: REALTOR® Volunteer Day
  • Annual Event: Fundraiser for Local Non-Profit

To be the primary local source to assist members in eliminating barriers to fair housing and diversified communities. 

  • Annual Event: Homeownership Seminar for High School Students

It shall be the responsibility of the Finance Committee, under the direction of the Board of Directors, to supervise the finances of the Board and to prepare an annual budget. This committee shall consist of the President, President-Elect, Vice President, immediate Past President, and one member.

Our annual Golf Outing is the only fundraiser for WCAR. The committee plans the event and assists with obtaining sponsorships.

Maintains contact with elected officials who promote efforts to support or oppose legislation on behalf of REALTORS® and private property owners. Stay abreast of local government real estate issues and advise the Board of Directors of pertinent information. Encourages grassroots activity and identifies future elected officials.

Review and keep current Multiple Listing Service rules, regulations, and policies to conform to NAR rules and regulations with the Board of Directors’ approval. Policy and Procedures approved by the Board of Directors shall be followed in administering said rules and regulations.

Broker members preferred. 

At least three (3) months before the annual election of the President, with the approval of the Board of Directors, the President Elect shall appoint a nomination committee. Membership shall be composed of one (1) past president, the President Elect, and three (3) other active members of WCAR. Two (2) alternates shall also be selected to serve if one or more of the Nominating Committee Members are unable to attend the meeting. 

The Nominating Committee is tasked with reviewing candidate applications and selecting those that should be presented to the Board of Directors for approval to be placed on the ballot.

To work together in sharing creative and innovative ideas to assist in planning an annual local RPAC fundraising event. This event is to raise money and to keep the members involved, informed and influential in the legislative decisions being made that are important to members, our consumers and the way real estate professionals conduct business.

Assists with recommendations of hardware in the office and other tech tools as needed. 

Annual building walk through to determine if updates/repairs are needed. May assist staff with vendor recommendations.