Applications are closed for 2023, stay tuned for 2024 A-List Applications.
The process will have two very important steps:
Step 1
Do you meet the minimum requirements listed below?
Individual Agent
- An individual must have closed at least 40 sides OR $16 million in sales volume in 2022.
- You MUST also be an AREAA member at the time of your application, as well as successfully renew during our annual renewals July 1st. Click here to join.
- If you are an active AREAA member, click HERE to apply.
Teams
- A team must have closed at least 60 sides OR $24 million in sales volume in 2022.
- Team lead MUST also be an AREAA member. Click here to join
- If you are an active AREAA member, click HERE to apply.
- You MUST email AREAA’s Jessica Yip with the name of the team lead and full name of the team BY APRIL 14.
* This section is only applicable to PRODUCERS. For Originators please scroll to bottom of page
If you are an agent of the below real estate brands/companies AND met the above minimums, your brand/company has already submitted your production and covered your $175 entry fee. Nothing further is needed.
- Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
- Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate
- Century 21
- Coldwell Banker
- Compass
- Corcoran
- Douglas Elliman
- Engel & Völkers
- ERA
- Exit Realty
- Intero
- Keller Williams
- NextHome
- Realogy Broker Services (NRT)
- RE/MAX
- Sotheby's International Realty
Note: Realty Executives and LeadingRE agents and teams should use the code provided by your corporate office in lieu of payment).
* This section is only applicable to PRODUCERS. For Originators please scroll to bottom of page.
If your brand/company is NOT on the above list, you are encouraged to participate by visiting www.realtrends.com/agent-rankings/.
Don’t forget to indicate you’re an AREAA member on the application
Deadline for entry is April 14, 2023. You will be responsible for the $175 fee for RealTrends. Be prepared to also submit third-party verification (check www.realtrends.com/realtrends-partnership-rankings-areaa for details).
* This section is only applicable to PRODUCERS. For Originators please scroll to bottom of page.
Step 2
If you did not qualify for the Thousand or America's Best Real Estate Professionals, AREAA has worked with RealTrends to create a second way to participate.
Individual Agent
- An individual must have closed 15-39 sides OR $6-$15.99 million in sales volume in 2022.
- You MUST also be an AREAA member at the time of your application, as well as successfully renew during our annual renewals July 1st. Click here to join.
- If you are an active AREAA member, click HERE to apply.
Teams
- A team must have closed at least 25-59 sides OR $9-$23.99 million in sales volume in 2022.
- Team lead MUST also be an AREAA member. Click here to join.
- If you are an active AREAA member, click HERE to apply.
- You MUST email AREAA’s Jessica Yip with the name of the team lead and full name of the team BY JULY 14.
If you qualify, each individual or team will be charged $75 at registration on the RealTrends site.
Registration begins on June 1st and closes on July 14. An A-List link will be created by RealTrends and provided before June 1st.
* This section is only applicable to PRODUCERS. For Originators please scroll to bottom of page.
Originators Application
AREAA is thrilled to continue to recognize top originators within the AREAA Network. Every year, A-list Originators are featured on AREAA’s Website, recognized in the Fall issue of a|r|e Magazine, and receive an A-list trophy. Enjoy the visibility of this prestigious list and apply today with your 2022 numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why have we partnered with RealTrends?
RealTrends is one of the leading organizations in our industry and annually produces The Thousand and America’s Best Real Estate Professionals list highlighting agent productivity. With support from Bank of America, RealTrends will power our list. We also benefit because RealTrends verifies all data submissions with submitting brands and/or brokers, accountants, etc.
- When will the A-list be announced?
Late August or early September
- When is the deadline for entry?
Part One: March 1st, 2023
Part Two: June 1, 2023 to July 14th, 2023 - What if I moved from one company to another in 2022?
If you have moved to a brand that submits to RealTrends on your behalf, you should have your broker/owner reach out directly to your brand to ensure that they sent your FULL 2022 production. You can also contact Keeri Tramm at RealTrends at keeri@hwmedia.com.
If you are not with one of those brands, include all of your 2022 productions when you visit www.realtrends.com/agent-rankings/
You will likely need to submit your numbers to show full production for 2022
- What happens if I make the A-list?
If you qualify, AREAA will reach out to you with further instructions.
- What are the benefits of being on the A-list?
All named to the list will receive the following benefits:
1. Featured on the AREAA Website
2. Recognized in the Fall Issue of a|r|e Magazine
3. A-list award trophy
4. Invitations to exclusive events like the A-list Top Producer Luncheon at the AREAA National Convention
5. A-list branding to share with your networkQuestions? Email Jessica Yip at jyip@areaa.org. If you have questions about payment or your entry, please contact Keeri Tramm at RealTrends at keeri@hwmedia.com
- Do I have to be Asian American or Pacific Islander to apply?
No, we invite anyone supportive of AREAA’s mission (to advance sustainable homeownership for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders) to apply
- Do I have to be a member to apply?
Yes, you can join at areaa.org/membership-registration
It is your sole responsibility to ensure your membership is current and your renewal is successful come July 1st, 2023
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