Merger Q & A

Your source for the most frequently asked questions and answers regarding the RAMB - RAMDC Merger 

Have questions? Email to Merger@Miamire.com - The Q and A is below - but first, here is the latest on the merger:

REALTOR ASSOCIATION OF GREATER MIAMI AND THE BEACHES, INC. 

Notice of Special Meeting of REALTOR® Members

Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - at 6:00 PM

Association Offices at 700 Royal Poinciana Blvd., Suite 400, Miami, Florida

In accordance with Article XV, Section 5, of the Bylaws of the REALTOR Association of Greater Miami and the Beaches, Inc. ("Association"), and Sections 617.0701,  617.1002, and 617.1007 of the Florida Nonprofit Corporation Act, a special meeting of the REALTOR® Members of the Association shall be held at the date, time, and address shown above ("Special Meeting").  This Special Meeting is called for the purpose of approving amended and restated articles of incorporation of the Association ("Amended and Restated Articles"), which have been unanimously approved by the Board of Directors of the Association.  

Click here for the entire Notice of REALTOR Vote on Articles of Incorporation

Click here for the Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of the Association 

 

Congratulations to Us - The Merger is Final
We are now THE largest association in the U.S.

The REALTOR® Association of Greater Miami and the Beaches (RAMB) and the REALTOR® Association of Miami-Dade County (RAMDC) have joined forces and are now the nation's largest REALTOR® Association.  This historic merger brings together two of NAR's largest REALTOR® associations, creating a combined association positioned to lead in an increasingly competitive and global real estate marketplace.  Superior service to you, our members, expanded access to unparalleled marketing tools, a global network of more than 60 partner organizations around the world and educational programming for your profitability will provide long-term value for you and our more than 23,000 members.  The new association will be named MIAMI Association of REALTORS® (MIAMI) upon approval from NAR on August 31st. 

Read the entire Announcement - Click Here

 

Now the Questions and Answers:   

Q: Will the merger affect my dues?

A: No - There will be no dues increases for members of RAMB or RAMDC

Q: What about my billing?

A: RAMB Members - If you have already paid your dues in full or are on a payment plan - Do nothing.  If you haven't paid your  dues you can conveniently pay at: www.Miamire.com  and click on tab "Pay Dues", or send in your invoice and payment by mail, or contact RAMB Member Services today at 305-468-7005

RAMDC Members - Your dues billing will be sent to you as usual in September for your Local, State and National dues - pay as you have in the past - there will be no changes.  If you haven't paid your MLS fees - you can pay now online by going to www.MiamiDadeRealtors.com

Q: What locations are open?

A: All locations are open.  We will keep you posted on the renovation of the Coral Gables office which is due to begin soon.  We will be evaluating each location in the future to determine their best use and programming for you, our members.

Q: What happens with IMAPP and Realist?

A: We are checking on options which would give every member a choice of the service they prefer - or possibly both at a small additional fee.

Q: What will happen to my other services?

A:  Your success is our Number One Priority and all services currently offered by RAMB and RAMDC are being evaluated to ensure that all members have access the very best services, products and marketing tools available anywhere. See also new services below

Q: Will my MLS change or be disrupted in any way?

A: No, the transition will be seamless and uninterrupted. All your MLS numbers will remain the same

  • After August 1st all new listings will begin with "M" for MAR
  • All your contacts, custom searches, preferences, etc. will remain the same
  • Your MLX Pro website will remain unchanged
  • Training will continue to be done at all facilities and especially hands on in our 25-PC Computer Lab in our offices near the airport at 700 S Royal Poinciana Blvd (near 36th & Le Jeune)

 

 Q: What about Supra Lockboxes and Supra Electronic Keys?

A: All Lockboxes, electronic keys and fees will remain the same There will be a "Merger Special" starting August 1st for 60 days

  • Lifetime Lease for Supra iBox at only $35.00 each
  • Upgrade to the eKey for your Smartphone and you can purchase one Supra iBox for $25.00
  • Free Fob for your Smartphone - while supplies last - $49.95 savings
  • D-Keys will be made available to members without an electronic key.  There will be at no charge for the D-key until it is activated and fees can be paid on a quarterly basis.  D-Keys will be available at all facilities after August 1st.

 

 Q: What services are coming your way?

A:  As we merge services and renegotiate contracts, more will be coming - those you will be able to enjoy first are: ListingBook

  • MongoFax
  • Immobel.com
  • Proxio Pro
  • FlaCIE - Your commercial listings included from MLS and "MAR" members search free (subscription required for full service)
  • Watch for many more announcements of additional services and benefits coming for you ...

 

 Q. Who will my staff contacts be?

A:  The staff you know and trust will still be here to serve you.  There will now be more of us collectively - as we work together to serve you