Membership

BNAR Membership demonstrates dedication and commitment to being a real estate professional.  You will gain access to many programs and services, as well as networking and leadership opportunities.

Benefits

BNAR offers a wide array of the best products and discounts for members. We hope you take advantage of them.

  • Discounts – REALTOR® discounts.
  • Products – "Shop" the BNAR Store (on the Member Portal) for Sold signs, electronic measurers, keyboxes, License Plate holders and more!
  • REALTOR® Logo Products - Get branded products at the Team Store.
  • Bene-Care Services – Don’t waste time contacting multiple agents – rely on Bene-Care to handle all your insurance and payroll needs. You, your loved ones and your clients deserve the best protection. Safeguard the people and property that are most important in your life with personal insurance coverage from Bene-Care. We work with over a dozen top insurance carriers to provide the following lines of service.
    • Medical
    • Medicare
    • Child Health Plus
    • New York State Exchange
    • Payroll
    • HR
    • Dental
    • Vision

To learn more about Bene-Care Health Insurance Benefits, Click here!

Health and other insurance products and service offerings.

Contact Bene-Care today for a zero-obligation quote. We’ll review your existing policies, make recommendations for your consideration and presumably save you money! Don’t have a need yourself? Refer Bene-Care to your clients and they’ll receive the same service you’ve come to know and expect from our team.  Contact Gerald Baker at: 716.688.8161 x 349 | Email: gbaker@bene-care.com  |  Website: www.bene-care.com

Discounts

New Discount for 2022! 

GET YOUR BEST SLEEP IN 2022!  - Sleep products discount for all BNAR members, friends and family.  Make 2022 the year you get that new mattress, adjustable base, and pillows!!  Dynamic Wholesale Partners is offering a discount to BNAR membership of 20-50% off retail prices.  Contact Daniel Daumen at 716-989-7062 or email dwpsales22@gmail.com for further information.


AAA Western & Central New York - This benefit retired as of January 1, 2022!
 

Garnett Family Agency an Allstate Company - Be in Good Hands with your Trusted Insurance Advisors.  We will guide you though the process of making sure you have the right coverage to protect You and Your Family.  We can accommodate you and your clients' insurance needs, home/auto/renters/motorsports/life/commercial and more.  There are up to 37% in discounts available based on qualification.  Call us today to get your FREE quote.  office - 716-288-0888 Laura Carestio LauraCarestio@allstate.com cell- 716-939-4489 Bradley Jackson BJackson1@allstate.com 716-471-5785

Identity Theft Protection and Legal Services - Unexpected legal and identity theft issues arise every day. With LegalShield on your side, you have the power to access legal and identity theft advice and services when you need them, all for one low monthly fee. No matter how simple or complicated your question or situation, LegalShield is there to help. There are Family and Business Legal Plans and Individual and Family Identity Theft Plans. Become a member and also get immediate access to our exclusive MemberPerks program. With hundreds of merchants and discounts, you can save big at both national and local companies on common purchases like movie tickets, apparel, electronics, travel and much more.  For more information about the plans and to enroll, go to www.legalshield.com/info/bnar.  For questions, please contact Pat Herberger at 716-863-6577 or at herberger@legalshieldassociate.com.

Joe Cecconi's Incentive Program - Joe Cecconi’s Chrysler Complex offers Licensed Realtors monthly deals on Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles. We are open 7-days-per-week for sales and service department is open Monday - Saturday and have one of the largest Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram inventories in Western New York.

Please click here to view this months LicensedRealtor deals , or call (716)286-9097 for more information.

Office Supplies - Integrity Distribution will beat all competitors pricing with up to 84% off list price on all your office supply needs, with FREE next day delivery to ANY business or home location. There is no minimum order requirement. To set up an account call Todd Lee at Integrity Distribution at 853-0400 ext. 211.

Stellar Dental Discount Plan / NO-COST to BNAR Members
BNAR Members take advantage of the Stellar Dental Discount Plan and participate today! This dental benefit is available at no-cost to BNAR members and offers considerable savings for you and your family. The Stellar Dental Discount Plan prides itself in providing quality dentistry and discounts up to 40% off; as well as a first no-cost check-up that include exam, cleaning and x-rays.

To participate and complete information... contact Dave Galuszka 716-390-9100 or dave@stellardiscountplan.com

Click HERE To View The Updated Plan Information 

Enterprise Rent-A-Car - We are excited to announce that Enterprise Rent-a-Car & National Car Rental are the preferred car rental supplier for Buffalo Niagara Association of Realtors!

Enterprise & National are dedicated to providing service that exceeds traveler’s expectations. Emerald Club is our premier reward program that gives travelers special recognition, speed and choice. Members earn points at both Enterprise & National that are redeemable for free days at National. The biggest benefit of being an Emerald Club member is when you reserve a midsize car at National, you can skip the counter (don’t have to wait in line) and go right to the Emerald Aisle where you can choose your vehicle. Give yourself a free upgrade every time you rent by choosing National!

Enterprise Rent-a-Car & National Car Rental Contract ID# EHSB29A

Signup for Emerald Club®

•         Reserve a Midsize Car at National

•         Bypass the counter – Skip the counter and go directly to the Emerald Aisle

•         Choose your own car - Select any car from the Emerald Aisle at no additional cost

•         Speed up returns with an E-Receipt - Sign up to receive your receipt via e-mail 

*If you are not enrolled in Emerald Club, visit www.emeraldclub.com 

*If you are already enrolled in Emerald Club, please send me your member number so I can link it to your discounted rates

Personal Use Rentals: Feel free to use this account number when you are planning your next vacation. The discount is available for business and personal travel. 

Summary of our brands:

Enterprise Rent-a-Car is known for our low rates, convenient locations and award-winning customer service. We are conveniently located within 15 miles of 95% of the population in the U.S. We offer mileage reimbursement alternatives, long-term rental discounts and offer a free pick-up service.

National Car Rental is onsite at all major airports and is known as the brand dedicated to speed and vehicle choice. 


Insurance Discounts for NAR (and BNAR) Members - Liberty Mutual Insurance discounts for Auto, Home, Renters, Life, etc. Contact Robin M. Littere robin.littere@lilbertymutual.com (716)276-7248 or Valerie J. Dirienzo valerie.dirienzo@libertymutual.com (716)276-7243 / Cell:(716)374-2278

Are Your REady to Retire? SICK OF PAYING TAXES? Call today for a complete financial check up for all of your money matters. Creative, customized planning at Rivercrest Financial. Find out more at www.rivercrest-financial.com or call Kristin & mention the word "READY" for your BNAR discount at 716-481-4476. Kristin Meyer is a Registered Representative and an Investment Advisor Representative offering securities and advisory services through United Planners Financial Services of America, Member: FINRA, SIPC. Rivercrest Financial and United Planners are not affiliated.

Uncle Bob's Self Storage is the name you can count on to provide residential and commercial customers with storage solutions, moving trucks, and a variety of moving and storage supplies such as boxes & packing materials. Free Uncle Bob’s Truck Rental with the rental of any storage space. Our fully automatic, air-conditioned moving trucks have large 14' cargo areas that make the do-it-yourself move a snap. Uncle Bob’s offers the freedom and security of electronic access to your storage space - even after business hours - Member & client discount: Get this month Free, and then next month you can Name Your Price!*Disclaimers needed: New customers only. Present coupon to redeem offer. Cannot combine with any other storage offer. Valid at Uncle Bob’s Self Storage Buffalo, NY area locations only. Administrative fee may apply. Expires ?????.

Promo code: ST-BNA www.unclebobs.com/buffalo-NY-storage.cfm?howheard=BNA

United States Postal Service - Moving is a stressful time, now at least changing your address is easy. The United States Postal Service is asking REALTORS® to send their clients to usps.com/realmove to change their address online. The USPS has created REALTOR® Message Cards and other free marketing materials to help spread the word. Find out more information at: www.realmovevalue.com

Additional Benefits & Services - As a member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR), you may also take advantage of the products and services they offer. Use the links to find out more information.

Online Mall - Marketplace America -  BNAR has partnered with Marketplace America to bring you one stop shopping, discounts and specials, featuring thousands of partner stores like Walmart, Sears, Best Buy, Apple, the Home Depot and many more.  BNAR members can save money on purchases.  Visit http://www.shop.com/bnar and register as a preferred customer and go shopping!

The National Association of REALTORS and New York State Association of REALTORS also offer products and discounts to members.  To find out more, visit their websites – www.realtor.org and www.nysar.com

Equilibrium Accounting and TaxClick here to see the Discount

SmartMove: Perform easy, comprehensive and reliable tenant background checks for clients with TransUnion SmartMove. Receive a 20 % discount using the code: BNARSave20 at checkout. You can find our website here: https://mysmartmove.com 

Discount for our sister site, ShareAble for Hires: ShareAble for Hires: ShareAble for Hires by TransUnion enables small businesses to conduct pre-employment background checks to make better hiring decisions. It’s an online, self-service solution that delivers credit history and criminal background reports in minutes. As a result, employers can feel more confident with their decisions and fast-track their next hire. Receive a 20 % discount using the code: BNARSave20. You can find our website here: https://hires.shareable.com

Start Imagining Birds:  Communication with clients is vital for real estate transactions. Make a powerful and lasting impression with custom Thank You & Note Cards for the real estate industry. Choose the bird photo you would like and they will customize the back of the card with your information. Here is a link to more information.

REALTOR ASSOCIATE®

These individuals hold a license issued by New York State and are engaged in the real estate profession other than as principals, partners, or corporate officers. Salesmen and other associates of a real estate office are employed by, or affiliated as an independent contractor.

Application FeesCredit Card Payment Form

Designated REALTOR®

These individuals hold a license issued by New York State and are the real estate appraiser, sole proprietor, partner, corporate officer or branch office manager acting on behalf of the firms’ principals. A Designated REALTOR® is usually the owner of the company and is eligible to vote for Director.

Application Fees

REALTOR®

These individuals hold a license issued by New York State and are engaged in the real estate profession other than as sole proprietors, partners, corporate officers or branch office managers. REALTORS® are eligible to vote in Director Elections.

Application Fees

Designated MLS

These individuals hold a broker’s license issued by New York State and Designated REALTOR® status in another Association of REALTORS and are applying for MLS access in Western New York Real Estate information Service, LLC.  Please contact Michelle Brown (mbrown@bnar.org) for application and Participant Agreement.

Fees

MLS Member

These individuals hold an Associate-broker or Salesperson license issued by New York State and have REALTOR® or Realtor-Associate status in another Association of REALTORS and are applying for MLS access in Western New York Real Estate information Service, LLC.

Application Fees

Institutional

These individuals are usually engaged in professions and enterprises allied to real estate such as mortgage broker, mortgage banker, title company, surveyor, home inspector, or attorney.

Application Fees

Affiliate

These individuals are unlicensed and are usually employees of a member or the REALTOR® or Institutional BNAR member.

Application Fees

Public Service

These individuals are interested in the real estate profession as employees of or affiliated with educational, public utility, governmental or similar organizations.

Application Fees

REALTOR® Emeritus

These REALTOR® members have held membership in this association for a cumulative period of 40 years and have served on a NAR committee, or who are designated by the National Association of Realtors and certified by the BNAR Board of Directors.  

Additional Forms

Use the following forms to make changes to your existing membership or reinstate previous membership.

Sales Person Transfer Address Change Member Reinstatement