Membership Renewal Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for 2022-2023 Billing
PAYMENT PLANS & STATUS CHANGES
- “How many payments can I make?”
- What happens when I enter into a three or five payment plan and one of my payments fails?
- What do I do if my credit card has changed, and I am on a payment plan?
- Do I still have to pay my dues if I place my license as voluntarily Inactive?
- “Why can’t you offer more payment options or monthly payment?”
- “What is Sign Up Now, Pay Later?”
- “What if I go Inactive or move to a referral office after I have already paid my dues?”
- “How long will it take for my MIAMI services to get reactivated once I’ve paid?”
- “Can I pay with a check?”
BILLING QUESTIONS
- “Are you going to mail my bill?”
- “Can I get a copy of my bill?”
- “Why is my invoice higher this year?”
MIAMI REALTORS Foundation
MLS
- “Will you suspend my MLS if I can’t pay by July 6?
- “How do I know what MLS platform my primary choice is, and can I change it?
- “Do I renew my Platinum Plus with my Dues renewal?”
- I have a question regarding my MLS Fine
CREDITS & DRAWING
- What education credits do I receive if I pay IN FULL by June 8, 2022?
- “When will the drawing be for the iPad Mini & the PIVO Pod?
- “When is the drawing for the AMEX e-gift cards?”
- “If I have questions about my statement, who/where is the best contact?”
- “If I have questions about my education credits, who/where is the best contact?”
MISC QUESTIONS
Platinum Plus
FAQs Answers for 2022-2023 Billing
PAYMENT PLANS & STATUS CHANGES
“How many payments can I make?”
Your best choice is to pay IN FULL by June 8 because you save $75 and receive incentives valued up to $800. However, for a third consecutive year we are offering a three (3) payment or a five (5) payment option (With first payment of $99 on the 5-Payment Plan Option). Our payment plan options are available with no additional fees as long as the credit card charge is not declined on any future payments.
What happens when I enter into a three or five payment plan and one of my payments fails?
If one of your payments is declined, all services will be suspended until the issue has been resolved. In addition, a $30 processing fee will be added after 24 hours for EACH failed payment. PLEASE NOTE: all remaining payment dates will stay the same, regardless of the date when any payment fails to authorize.
What do I do if my credit card has changed, and I am on a payment plan?
You can CLICK HERE to update your payment profile. Once completed future payments will be taken using the updated credit card.
Do I still have to pay my dues if I place my license as voluntarily Inactive?
No. If you place your license voluntarily Inactive in DBPR, you are under no obligation to pay your annual dues. However, if you decide to activate your license any time prior to July 1 of the following year, the amount due for your membership to Florida REALTORS®, the National Association of REALTORS® and the MIAMI Association of REALTORS® will not be prorated and payment options may be limited.
“Why can’t you offer more payment options or monthly payment?”
A portion of your dues goes to the National Association of REALTORS and Florida REALTORS. There is no way for us to collect their portions over 12 (twelve) months without delinquency for their early due dates.
“What is Sign Up Now, Pay Later?”
Opting into this option, your credit card on file will be automatically charged for the FULL payment, first payment of the 3-payment plan, or first payment $99 for the 5-payment plan on June 8, 2022. To prevent duplicate charges, please do not attempt to pay your dues after opting into any Sign Up Now, Pay Later option. All incentives are included.
“What if I go Inactive or move to a referral office after I have already paid my dues?”
As per Association bylaws and policy, all dues are non-refundable. See our bylaws HERE
“How long will it take for my MIAMI services to get reactivated once I’ve paid?”
Once payment has been received and processed, please allow up to 24 hours for all services to be restored.
Yes, but only if you are paying in full. Please make the check out to MIAMI Association of REALTORS. You can visit one of our (8) locations or can mail check to our MIAMI Realtors HQ. Checks should be postmarked by June 8 to receive early payment discounts and incentives.
BILLING QUESTIONS
“Are you going to mail my bill?”
No. As in the past, you will receive your invoice and reminders electronically via email and text messaging. To opt into our text messaging notices please text “JOIN” to 29500
“Can I get a copy of my bill?”
Yes. You can view and download a copy of your invoice by going to our website, www.miamirealtors.com. Log into The MIAMI Gateway and then click the “Pay Dues” button.
“Why is my invoice higher this year?”
• To emphasize the importance of using a Realtor® in today’s market, NAR (National Association of Realtors®) increased their ad campaign assessment by $10 to continue the “THAT’S WHO WE R” campaign.
• The MLS Dues also increased by $10, which is the first increase in 5 years, to off-set higher vendor fees.
• The MIAMI Realtors® Foundation, a very low $2 assessment, will strengthen Realtor initiatives for members, their families, and communities.
• But most importantly, the Local Dues assessed for ALL of the services provided by Miami REALTORS® remained the same.
MLS
“Will you suspend my MLS if I can’t pay by July 6?”
Yes. If you have not paid or entered in a payment plan or are not current on a payment plan prior to July 6, your association services will be suspended at midnight July 7 including, but not limited to, MLS and Supra.
“How do I know what MLS platform my primary choice is, and can I change it?”
Unless you have opted for the Platinum Plus subscription, you will be able to determine which MLS platform you chose by logging into your dashboard page. ONLY the icon for the MLS you chose will be visible. You can change your MLS of choice anytime for a cost of $25.00.
“Do I renew my Platinum Plus with my Dues renewal?”
No, it is a one-year subscription that starts the date your MIAMI Platinum Plus subscription is added and you will be prompted to renew prior to the services expiration date. Platinum Plus services can be added at anytime with an active membership.
I have a question regarding my MLS Fine:
You will need to contact our MLS Department to resolve your MLS Fine. Please be advised you will need to satisfy your MLS Fine before your membership dues. You can call 305-468-7067 or email us at MLS@Miamire.com for assistance.
CREDITS & DRAWING
What education credits do I receive if I pay IN FULL by June 8, 2022?
You’ll receive $100 education credit, one license renewal course (Choice of one renewal class: 14hrs Continuing Education, 45hrs Sales Associate Post, or 60hrs Broker Post), and two NAR designation classes (See list of eligible classes HERE)
“How long do I have to use my Education Credits?”
If you pay in full prior to June 8, your account will show an Education Credit which can be used towards approved Association courses. The approved course must be redeemed for classes held on or before February 28, 2023. You will have an option to check out for free if this is available to you. You will no longer have to email MIAMI’s education department to enroll.
“When will the drawing be for the iPad Mini & the PIVO Pod?
The grand prize drawings will be held on Monday, June 13 and the winners will be notified by phone. Only those members who have paid their dues in FULL by June 8 are eligible.
“When is the drawing for the AMEX e-gift cards?”
We will draw for those daily at 4 PM Eastern from May 2 – June 8. The winner is randomly chosen from all REALTOR and REALTOR Associate members who have opted into our AutoPay for full payment or paid in full by 4 PM that day. All winners will be notified by phone and posted to social media channels.
“If I have questions about my statement, who/where is the best contact?”
For questions regarding your annual MIAMI dues renewal, please contact member services at membership@miamire.com or 305-468-7005.
“If I have questions about my education credits, who/where is the best contact?”
For questions regarding education credits, please contact our Education department at registration@miamire.com or 305-468-7066.
MISC QUESTIONS
“What is the difference between REALTOR and REALTOR-Associate?”
The term REALTOR® is trademarked by the National Association of REALTORS®. Only REALTOR® members are allowed to use the term REALTOR® in their marketing, on their business cards, promotional materials, hold office on a local, State or National level or vote on Association matters that require a membership vote. The cost difference between REALTOR® and REALTOR®-Associate is only $20 annually