In its current composition, it is the result of a number of mergers between Associations in the region. The geographical area of the Association is broad, and the population served is ethnically and financially diverse. Included within the boundaries of the Association are two counties and nineteen cities. The Association's membership, including MLS participants, exceeds 6,000 members doing busine
ss in over 1,000 offices. It is governed by an elected Board of Directors and elected officers with over 20 years of experience. The Association's governing documents have been approved by the National Association of REALTORS®, and the Association is fully compliant with both national and state requirements. The Bylaws have recently been updated to include the most recent thinking of leadership at the national, state and local level. The Association's leadership has produced a former C.A.R. President who has now been nominated to be President of the National Association of REALTORS®. The Association's leaders include directors at both the national and state level, committee chairs, and members at the national and state levels, and officers and directors of C.A.R.'s for-profit corporation. The Association offers a wide range of products and services. Value and service to its members guide the leadership process. Customer service in field representatives, legislative advocacy, education, training, technology, professional standards, and international relationships are critical. The Association's web site is a central medium to keep information current and continue to serve the membership with cutting edge information technology in this ever changing information economy. IVAR has introduced a menu of innovative products, programs and services designed to save time, money and to increase productivity. Services are targeted to meet the unique needs of all member segments including new licensees, top producers, seasoned agents, and brokers.
