Then take training classes from the various associations like NAR.

That clearly says that the mortgage interest tax deduction for homeowners is protected in the new plan and much of NAR's release seems to miss this fact.I'm glad NAR is active here, but am mostly concerned with the 1031, which is only mentioned in passing in NAR's release.

I don't require MLS or NAR and our splits are very generous.  

FYI - I ended up hanging my license with Real Estate eBroker:http://www.reebroker.com/I have an MLS-only membership where I joined a local MLS but chose not to join CAR, NAR, or local real estate association.

FHA lowers borrowers’ mortgage insurance premiumsWASHINGTON – Jan. 9, 2017 – Lower costs are coming for homebuyers seeking a Federal Housing Administration-insured (FHA) mortgage.FHA announced that it's cutting annual premiums for mortgage insurance from 0.85 percent to 0.60 percent, a move the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) says breathes new life into the program.

That means that your broker, the BRE, and most likely CAR and NAR, are holding you accountable for your conduct.

If you are a member of NAR you have access to RPR (www.narrpr.com), which is a great source for evaluating block values and getting a solid first value for a property.

@Greg Hamer sorry. like I said it doesnt apply to all... but until the NAR creates a true barrier to entry by requiring a bachelor's degree or something more than the current certification process, there will always be way too many agents that spoil the bunch... plus the traditional 3%-4% fees per side are WAY too much money. 20 years ago it was different due to all the legwork involved for agents... but now it should be more like 1%...

He/she can work with you on multiple transaction and get familiar with your needs.As for real estate license, you have to consider all the costs.Course to take $3K, tests, fees - depends on your Division of real estate.Annually, you pay MLS fees, NAR fees (if your broker choose to be a member), broker split even if it's your own transaction (buying/selling your house) - this could be easy few K's a year even if you don't have anything sold.Now, count the money:(numbers are approximate) You listed your own flip for $200K.Commissions you pay 6% - $12K3% to selling broker - $6K3% to your broker, from which you'll get most likely 50% - $3K.

NAR the REALTOR association generally loves agent growth as they can sell more services from third party vendors as the go to item needed to be successful starting out.The new agents generally the first year might do a few sales with current friends and family and then need to start running a business getting more leads and referrals before their business drys out.