NOMAR Staff

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Important Message Regarding Your 2021 Dues

Your 2021 NOMAR Dues have been invoiced.  Dues are payable now, and become delinquent on December 1, 2020.  A delinquent fee is assessed based on the month of full paymenty:  Dec 1^st = $50, Jan 1^st = $75, Feb 1^st = $100. 

If you are going inactive, please advise us in writing; we cannot terminate membership, nor refund NOMAR or GSREIN Dues without written notification.  In order to refund prepaid 2021 NOMAR dues, your license must be updated at LREC and a refund request in writing must be received no later than December 28, 2020.  MLS User Fees are NON-refundable except if an agent does not renew their license or elects to go into a referral company for 2021.  Notification of this status change must be sent to GSREIN.  A written request for a refund of MLS User Fees for the second half of the fiscal year must accompany this notification and must be received by GSREIN no later than January 14, 2021.  In order to refund GSREIN dues, your license must be updated at LREC and a refund request in writing must be received no later than January 14, 2021.  GSREIN refunds are only issued the week after January 14^th and cannot be issued after this date.  A $25 processing fee will be deducted from all refunds.  Refund requests should be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Your local dues sustain the products, services and operations of NOMAR at both the Northshore and Southshore facilities.  The local dues assessment for NOMAR will remain the same for 2021.

In addition to the services you receive from NOMAR, as a REALTOR®, you also receive a high level of quality services from the National and State Associations.  The National dues assessment will remain the same for 2021.  NAR’s Special assessment will remain $35 for 2021.  For more information regarding NAR’s assessments, click here.  The State assessment will remain the same for 2020.  More information about the services provided by the National and State associations can be obtained by visiting those Associations’ websites (NAR http://www.nar.realtor and LR http://www.larealtors.org) or visit www.nomar.org to find a link to these associations.

You will note a voluntary contribution to LARPAC.  By contributing to LARPAC, you are assisting us in monitoring legislation at the local, state, and federal levels, and in maintaining an active presence with elected officials in order to protect private property rights and keep the REALTOR® in the center of the real estate transaction.  Please consider standing with fellow REALTORS® who recognize the importance of protecting our industry and invest in LARPAC.  To our major donors, we thank you for understanding the value of your contribution.  For more information on LARPAC and contribution levels, visit the Advocacy section at www.nomar.org.

2020 Dues Q & A

What is the due date?
2021 Board Dues are due by November 30^th.  On December 1^st, all unpaid invoices will be assessed a $50 late fee that must be paid with your dues.  On January 1^st, all unpaid invoices will be assessed an additional $25 late fee that must be paid with your dues.  On February 1^st, all unpaid invoices will be assessed an additional $25 late fee that must be paid with your dues.

What happens if I pay my dues after November 30^th?
On December 1^st, you will be assessed a $50 late fee that must be paid with your dues in order to be considered paid in full.

What happens if I pay my dues after December 31^st?
On January 1^st, you will be assessed an additional late fee of $25 that must be paid with your dues in order to be considered paid in full.  Also, your personal MLS services will be suspended until paid in full.

What happens if I pay my dues after January 31^st?
On February 1^st, you will be assessed an additional late fee of $25 that must be paid with your dues in order to be considered paid in full.

What happens if I pay my dues after February 28^th?
On March 1^st, if the broker still holds a license for an agent that has not paid his/her 2020 board dues in full, services for the broker's entire office will be suspended.

Where and when are the invoices mailed?
NOMAR does not mail paper invoices.  All members receive an email notifcation on October 1st stating that they have an open invoice.

How can I pay my dues?

• You can pay online by clicking here.
• You can mail your check to our Metairie office, 3645 N I-10 Service Rd W, Metairie, LA  70002.
• At our Metairie office, you can leave your payment in the secure mail box located outside the entrance.
• At our Mandeville office, your can put your payment in the mail slot located to the right side of the door.
• You can call (504) 885-3200 and give your credit card payment to the receptionist.

How do I pay my dues online?
Go to our website, www.nomar.org or Click Here to Pay Your Dues Online. From the home page, click on “Dues, Fees & Fines”.  A new screen will appear, enter your Logon ID (usually the same as your MLS ID) and Password (member #).  You are now logged in and your member’s dashboard appears.  Click on “Make a Payment”.  Click “Pay My NOMAR Dues”.  Click on “View Paid & Unpaid Invoices”.  All unpaid invoices will be listed.  Check the “Pay Now” box for all invoices you choose to pay.  Click “Choose Payment Options”, then “Credit Card” or “Telecheck”.  Enter your information as requested, verify and click “Submit”.  Your payment will be processed immediately and your account will be updated.  Print a receipt for your records.  ***Note:  you cannot make partial payments online.  You must call our office to make partial payments.***

What form of payment does NOMAR accept?
Personal Check, Company Check, Money Order, Certified Check, Visa Card, MasterCard, American Express Card, Discover Card.  NO CASH payments accepted.

Who do I make the check payable to?
NOMAR or N.O. Metropolitan Association of REALTORS, Inc.

Does NOMAR offer a payment plan?
Yes, we accept payments in advance and/or allow partial payments for dues.  Anytime you would like to make a payment toward your dues, you can mail in a check or call in a credit card payment.  Contact Erin at (504) 885-3200 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  for more information.
Please note that all dues deadlines must be met:
*Total Dues Amount ($489) must be paid in full by November 30^th.  If not paid in full by November 30^th, you will be assessed a late fee of $50 on December 1^st.  Payment must be made out to NOMAR.
*Annual dues amounts are determined by the Board of Directors of each organization and billed according to the bylaws of each organization.
NOMAR dues are billed annually on October 1^st and due by November 30^th.

How do I check to see if I’ve paid my dues?
From the home page, click on “Dues, Fees & Fines”.  A new screen will appear, enter your Logon ID (usually the same as your MLS ID) and Password (member #).  You are now logged in and your member’s dashboard appears.  Click “Pay My NOMAR Dues” on the left.  Click on “View Paid & Unpaid Invoices”.  If you have not paid your dues, an open invoice will be listed.

How do I get a receipt?
From the home page, click on “Dues, Fees & Fines”.  A new screen will appear, enter your Logon ID (usually the same as your MLS ID) and Password (member #).  You are now logged in and your member’s dashboard appears.  Click on “Make a Payment”.  Click “Pay My NOMAR Dues” on the left.  Click on “View Paid & Unpaid Invoices”.  Click on the invoice that you wish to print a receipt for.

If I mail my check on the due date, will it be “delinquent”?
No, mailed payments postmarked on November 30^th  will not be considered delinquent.  Mail your payment to NOMAR, 3645 N I-10 Service Rd W, Metairie, LA  70002.

I do not see an invoice for one of my Licensees.  What do I do?
If the agent is already a member of NOMAR, please contact Erin at (504) 274-0783 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
If the agent is not a member of NOMAR and needs to join, please contact our Membership Coordinator, Lisette Savois, at (504) 274-0780 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

What if I see an invoice for someone who is no longer with my company?
Please send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Does NOMAR and/or GSREIN give refunds?
Prepaid 2021 NAR, LR & NOMAR Board dues refunds must be requested in writing by December 28, 2020.  Board Dues refunds cannot be given after this date. All refunds are subject to a $25 processing fee.  NOTE:  Your license must be updated at LREC by December 28, 2020 in order to receive a refund of your 2021 prepaid Board Dues. 

MLS User Fees are NON-refundable except if an agent does not renew their license or elects to go into a referral company for 2021.  Notification of this status change must be sent to GSREIN.  A written request for a refund of MLS User Fees for the second half of the fiscal year must accompany this notification and must be received by GSREIN no later than January 14, 2021. ($150.00 less a $25.00 processing fee = $125.00 refund)  Email refund request to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
NO GSREIN MLS REFUND REQUESTS ACCEPTED AFTER JANUARY 14, 2021.
Refunds are not processed until your license is updated at LREC.

What is my LARPAC Contribution used for?
Your contribution to LARPAC (LA REALTORS® Political Action Committee) is YOUR BEST INVESTMENT in Real Estate.  Your contribution helps to support local and state elected officials who advocate issues such as homeownership, health insurance for small business owners and limited Real Estate regulation.  Your LARPAC contribution puts you in the driver’s seat down the path of the Real Estate industry’s future.  Don’t be a Hitchhiker!  Support your industry, make a LARPAC contribution today.  For more information regarding LARPAC contributions, please contact Kelli Walker at (504) 274-0705 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or Melissa O’Donnell at (504) 274-0789 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Disclosures

NAR Special Assessment:  Your 2021 dues include a $35.00 mandatory assessment to fund consumer advertising.  These highlight the value a REALTOR® brings to a transaction and reinforce the REALTOR® brand.  Please note that the entire $35.00 portion of dues qualifies as deductible dues.

Louisiana REALTORS® Political Action Committee Disclosure (LARPAC):  Contributions are used for political purposes, are voluntary, & are not deductible for Federal income tax purposes.   Any amounts indicated are merely guidelines & you may contribute more or less than the suggested amounts.  Neither your membership nor your participation in Louisiana REALTORS® is conditioned directly or indirectly on contributing to LARPAC.  You may refuse to contribute without reprisal.  The following is sent to the National REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) to support federal candidates and is charged against your limits under 52 U.S. C. 30116: (1) 30% of all contributions of $1,000 or more made at any time; & (2) 30% of each contribution less than $1,000 until LARPAC meets its Federal Allocation Goal set by RPAC. LARPAC retains the following to support state and local issues & candidates: (1) 70% of contributions that are $1,000 or more; & (2) 100% of contributions of less than $1,000 after the RPAC Federal Allocation Goal is met.

Dues Non-Deductibility

Dues Non-Deductibility:  Compliance with the Tax Reform Act of 1993 requires that the portion of dues attributable to lobbying and political activities at the State and Federal levels of government be considered non-deductible for income tax purposes.  As a 501c6 organization, NAR, LR & NOMAR engage in “lobbying” activities as defined by the IRS.  The 2021 non-deductible percentage of member dues for NAR, LR & NOMAR is as follows:

National Association of REALTORS®                                          38%        $57.00 dues of $150.00
Louisiana REALTORS®                                                                   35%        $54.00 dues of $155.00
New Orleans Metropolitan Association of REALTORS®     29.32%        $44.00 dues of $149.00
This amount of dues cannot be deducted by REALTOR® members for tax purposes.

Review of Fees

Licensing Fee (Applies to Brokers & Agents)
Due to LREC by 12/31/20.
Payment is delinquent after 12/31/20 and additional fees apply.  Must be paid no later than 3/31/21.  For more information, please contact the Louisiana Real Estate Commission at (800) 821-4529 or visit their website, https://lrec.gov/.

E & O Insurance (Errors & Omissions) (Applies to Brokers & Agents)
Due to LREC, if using State Policy.
Due to Broker, if Broker has separate policy.  Broker collects and submits.  Policy must be approved by LREC and proof provided to LREC that policy is in effect.  Contact your Broker for more information.
For more information regarding Errors & Omissions, visit https://lrec.gov/become-licensed/salesperson/errors-and-omissions/.

NOMAR, LR & NAR Dues (Applies to Brokers & Agents)
Due to NOMAR.
Invoiced annually on October 1^st and due by November 30^th for the following calendar year.  Delinquent on December 1^st and late fee assessed.  The mandatory dues amount for 2020 is $489.
NOMAR Local dues are $149, Louisiana REALTOR® (LR) dues are $155, National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) dues are $150 and NAR Special Assessment is $35.

LARPAC Contribution (Applies to Brokers & Agents)
Payble to NOMAR.
Contributions can be made at any time during the year.  You can contribute the amount of your choice; suggested contributions are Agents, $35 and Brokers, $125.  This is a voluntary contribution.  LARPAC funds help support REALTOR® issues and educate and elect policy makers who support these issues.  For more information regarding LARPAC contributions, please contact Kelli Walker at (504) 274-0705 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or Melissa O’Donnell at (504) 274-0789 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

MLS User Fees (Applies to Agents)
Due to GSREIN.
Invoiced annually on June 1^st and due by June 30^th for upcoming fiscal year.  The MLS fiscal year is July 1^st thru June 30^th.  Delinquent on July 1^st and late fee assessed.

MLS Broker Fees (Applies to Brokers)
Due to GSREIN.
Invoiced quarterly and due by the 15^th of the quarter.  Invoice dates are January 1^st, April 1^st, July 1^st & October 1^st.  If not paid by the 15^th of the month, a delinquent fee is assessed on the 16^th.  If not paid by the 25^th of the month, MLS services for the entire office are suspended until paid in full.

CID Dues (Applies to Active Commercial Investment Division Members)
Due to CID.
Invoiced annually on October 1^st and due by December 31^st. 

Payment Plans (Applies to Brokers & Agents of NOMAR & GSREIN)
We accept payments in advance and/or allow partial payments for dues.  Anytime you would like to make a payment toward your dues, you can mail in a check or call in a credit card payment.  Contact Erin at (504) 885-3200 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  for more information.  (*This is does not apply to new member dues/fee)

Please note that all dues deadlines must be met:
*NOMAR total dues amount ($489) must be paid in full by November 30^th.  If not paid in full by November 30^th, you will be assessed a late fee of $50 on December 1^st.  Payment must be made out to NOMAR.
*Annual dues amounts are determined by the Board of Directors of each organization and billed according to the bylaws of each organization.  NOMAR dues are billed annually on October 1^st and due by November 30^th.

*GSREIN total dues amount ($320) must be paid in full by June 30^th.  If not paid in full by June 30^th, you will be assessed a late fee of $75 on July 1^st.  Payment must be made out to GSREIN.
*Annual dues amounts are determined by the Board of Directors of each organization and billed according to the bylaws of each organization.  GSREIN dues are billed annually on June 1^st and due by June 30^th.