The Iowa REALTORS® Story
About Us
Vision
Foster a culture where Iowa REALTORS® are the trusted voice and essential in every aspect of real estate.
Mission
- Empower members, industry partners and communities.
- Engage the public on the value of home ownership and
protect private property rights. - Elevate integrity, inclusion and transparency of the profession.
Who We Are
Iowa REALTORS® (IAR) is the leading advocate for more than 8,200 real estate professionals in Iowa. Representing all facets of the industry, the IAR is proud to serve as a resource of services and opportunities for its members.
What We Do
IAR works with REALTORS® in a variety of ways:
- We offer professional development (continuing education) courses through the IAR School Real Estate, taught by our expert instructors
- Legal counseling
- Professional Standards program to help ensure the REALTOR® Code of Ethics is enforced.
- Governmental advocacy and representation through RPAC (REALTORS® Political Action Committee)
- Advertising and public awareness of the differences between a licensed REALTOR® and a real estate agent
- Housing Statistics for the entire state
- Benefits to our members, including:
- Health Insurance Program
- Dental and Vision insurance options
- Free Tech Helpline
- Valuable members savings from our Benefits Partners
- Conventions, conferences, updates, etc.
Why a REALTOR®?
Only a REALTOR® is a member of the local, state, and National Association of REALTORS® and makes a pledge to uphold a strict Code of Ethics.
IAR Structure
Because Iowa REALTORS® is an advocate and voice for Iowa’s real estate professionals, it is important that we are represented by the dynamic leaders of our industry. Iowa REALTORS® is comprised of a delegate body that is elected by our members to serve in the best interest of REALTORS®.
Learn more about the Iowa REALTORS® Leadership Team and Committees and Workgroups