Looking to join OneKey® MLS along with taking advantage of a membership with Hudson Gateway Association of REALTORS®? Below you'll find a list of frequent questions to help you make the best decision for you.
What fees are associated with joining HGAR as a broker?
There is a one-time initiation fee to join HGAR of $600.00 plus pro-rated monthly dues based on the join date.
What fees are associated with joining OneKey® MLS as a broker?
There is a one-time initiation fee to join OneKey® MLS of $650.00 plus a $190/month MLS fee.
Are there education requirements for brokers when joining HGAR?
HGAR requires a new broker orientation class, you'll receive a schedule and a request to send your registration request as part of your application process.
Are there online options for the orientation class?
Yes, there are live online and on-demand online options.
Is a brick and mortar office space a requirement for broker membership?
HGAR does not require a physical office space, however please keep in mind that NYSAR does require that your license be posted publicly.
What's the application process for applicants joining (association and/or the MLS) through HGAR?
Step 1 - Applicant calls or sends an email to the Member Success Team (MST) requesting membership with HGAR and/or OneKey MLS.
Step 2 - MST determines how the applicant wants to join HGAR and/or OneKey MLS, then shares the application:
Both HGAR and OneKey MLS applications: https://member-portal-new-01-20.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/Application-Agent-Combined-HGAR-OneKey-MLS.pdf
Be sure to fill out the application checkboxes, signatures, payment amounts, and payment information. Send all applications to the same email membership@hgar.com or Fax 914-681-0644 with all signatures.
Step 3 - Applicant sends back the application via email, or fax, or walk-in. The MST verifies application completion, notifies applicant and processes within 3 to 5 business days.
Please note: Incomplete applications (missing pages, missing signatures, missing payment amount, and payment information) will result in delayed processing of the applications.
Step 4 - Applicant receives a “Welcome” email, be sure to check your spam/junk mail. This email contains your user name and instructions.
Please note: IF YOU SUBMITTED A SENTRI APPLICATION, IT WILL NOT BE PROCESSED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. The welcome email will have the link to subscribe to the SentriLock system.
*If you are joining for the beginning of the calendar month then allow 3-5 business days from the first of that calendar month.
Step 5 - A secondary email is sent from our Clareity dashboard system so you can register through the multi-factor authentication process (MFA) and create a password for HGAR.com.
Where can I find help with additional questions?
The general landing page for Membership w/ MLS - Become a REALTOR | Hudson Gateway Association of REALTORS® (hgar.com)
Agents Joining ONLY OneKey MLS should visit this page - Subscribe to OneKey® MLS | Hudson Gateway Association of REALTORS® (hgar.com)