Your Business. Your Clients. Your Community.

Did you know your local REALTOR® association and Texas REALTORS® work every day to protect your business, fight for property rights, and ensure real estate remains a solid investment?

From city hall to the Texas Capitol, we’re advocating for you—pushing back against policies that could raise costs, fighting for fair regulations, and making sure your voice is heard where it matters most. When REALTORS® stand together, we make a real impact.

We’ve Got Your Back—Fighting for You at Every Level

From keeping more money in your pocket to protecting property owners, here’s how we’re making a difference in Texas:

  • Lowered property tax rates & increased transparency – Supported legislation that reduced the rollback rate for most cities and counties from 8% to 3.5% and required voter approval for increases, giving taxpayers a stronger voice.
  • Protected property owners from forced annexation – Helped pass legislation requiring cities to hold an election before annexing property, ensuring property owners have a say.
  • Banned real estate transfer taxes – Passed a constitutional amendment prohibiting these taxes in Texas, keeping closing costs lower for buyers and sellers.
  • Increased the homestead exemption – Successfully supported legislation to raise the homestead exemption, reducing homeowners’ property tax burdens.
  • Stopped harmful business taxes – Fought and repealed a $300 fee that unfairly double-taxed brokers and helped secure a 25% reduction in the franchise tax rate for businesses.
  • Reformed HOA laws to protect homeowners – Passed multiple bills that strengthened homeowners’ rights, improved HOA transparency, and promoted fair governance.
  • Prevented costly new real estate regulations – Stopped attempts to impose new taxes on real estate services and transactions that would have increased costs for homebuyers, sellers, and REALTORS®.
  • Strengthened consumer protections – Helped pass laws that ensure fair property valuations, increase transparency in property tax lending, and protect against unfair eminent domain practices.

When we work together, we don’t just protect the real estate industry—we shape the future.

Advancing Professionalism—Setting You Up for Success

Being a REALTOR® means being part of a profession built on trust, ethics, and expertise. We’re here to help you grow, reduce risk, and stay ahead in a changing market.

Here’s what your REALTOR® associations provide:

  • Legal support when you need it – Unlimited access to the Texas REALTORS® Legal Hotline and 400+ legal FAQs at no additional cost.
  • Mediation services to resolve disputes – Services to mediate disputes between members, helping you avoid costly legal battles and saving you thousands in legal fees.
  • Exclusive real estate forms – 140+ Texas-specific contracts and forms covering everything from property management to commercial transactions to representation agreements and more.
  • Market insights at your fingertips – Stay ahead with data from your local MLS, Texas REALTORS® MarketViewer, and RPR.
  • Education that gives you a competitive edge – Texas-specific designations in property management, commercial real estate, affordable housing, and risk reduction—plus hundreds of courses available online and at your local association.
  • Business tools and marketing resources – From safety resources to shareable social media content, we help you promote your brand and stay protected.
  • Technology that saves you money – Your annual membership includes zipForm contract management, a $239 value at no extra cost.

Make the Most of Your Membership

Your REALTOR® association is more than just a membership—it’s your business advantage. Get involved, stay informed, and take advantage of the resources available to you. Whether it’s advocacy, professional development, networking, or business tools, we’re here to help you thrive.

  • Stay in the know – Make sure you’re subscribed to updates from Texas REALTORS® and your local association.
  • Have an issue that impacts your business? Let us know—your voice matters.
  • Looking to grow your career? Check out upcoming classes and resources designed to give you a competitive edge.

Together, we make a difference. Get involved. Stay informed. Keep moving forward.