membership requirements

1. Submit your application

Fill out our online application and submit your real estate license. Once your application has been processed, you’ll be contacted by our Membership Coordinator with your next steps.

2. Pay your dues

Pay your local, state, and national dues on our Member Dashboard. Sentrilock dues will be included if you’ve opted in to this service.

3. Complete Code of Ethics Training

New Member Code of Ethics training can be completed online. If you are a secondary member or transferring from another association, your Code of Ethics status must be current.

4. Complete New Member Orientation

New Member Orientation is an essential program offered by the Helena Association of REALTORS® for new salespersons or appraisers. This comprehensive orientation provides valuable information on the association’s structure, benefits, and services. The program also offers networking opportunities and additional training sessions, enabling new members to develop their skills and knowledge to excel in their careers. This membership requirement must be completed within 90 days of application. 

Optional Benefits

SentriLock logo

SentriLock is a secure electronic lockbox system that allows you to securely store and share keys with authorized parties, making it easy to schedule showings and manage access to your properties. With the SentriKey mobile app, you can manage your lockboxes and listings on the go. SentriKey is integrated with the MLS and includes additional features like Agent Safety and SentriConnect.

Members of the Helena Association of REALTORS have the option to purchase our Education Voucher and attend unlimited classes at HAR without paying additional registration fees. Attending classes at your local association gives you the opportunity to build relationships with other real estate professionals who are committed to growth, participate in live discussions with local experts, learn from Montana instructors that understand your market and needs, and access classes taught by national instructors without the expense of attending national conferences.