AAR is a professional trade association for individuals involved in the real estate industry, allied industries, and firms.

AAR is the largest trade association in Arizona and is a part of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, which is headquartered in Chicago and has a membership of over 1 million members.

AAR is composed of 21 local associations of REALTORS®, seven affiliated chapters of the Institutes, Societies and Councils. Member classes also include Institute Affiliate members, Affiliate members, and REALTOR- ASSOCIATES®.

Membership is open to all individuals who are engaged in the real estate business in Arizona, including licensed salespeople, brokers, and appraisers, and to allied industries such as banks, savings and loans, title companies, etc., who join as Affiliate Members. More than two-thirds of all active Arizona real estate licensees (77%) are REALTORS®.

Services Provided to and for Members

- Publications.
- Electronic information distribution.
- Public relations.
- Conferences and conventions.
- Educational seminars and programs.
- Legislative advocacy.
- Political seminars and member involvement programs.
- Legal action fund.
- Unlimited access and use of forms in electronic format.
- Risk management education.
- Professional standards training and consultation.
- Certified Risk Management Specialist (CRMS) program.