SPCs are REALTOR® members who serve as primary advocacy liaisons between their state legislator and the REALTOR® association. They build and maintain relationships to communicate REALTOR® priorities and help advance REALTOR® policy goals.

The program strengthens the association’s legislative advocacy by creating a network of REALTORS® who can be activated at strategic times to engage with state legislators on issues impacting the real estate profession.

SPC duties include:

• Building and maintaining a professional relationship with their assigned legislator.
• Communicating REALTOR® positions and priorities on relevant issues.
• Sharing housing market data, trends and association resources.
• Inviting legislators to REALTOR® events and meetings.
• Reporting on interactions and advocacy activity to state association staff.

Yes! NC REALTORS® staff and lobbying team offer advocacy trainings in-person and on Zoom that provide insight on the legislative process, REALTOR® priorities and insight on effectively engaging with elected officials.

No! Having an existing relationship is helpful, but not required. NC REALTORS® invites any REALTOR® member that is willing to build relationships to participate.

SPCs serve on a voluntary basis. NC REALTORS® does, however, offer a travel stipend for SPC attendance at NC REALTORS® Legislative Meetings.

NC REALTORS® asks for periodic summaries to help staff track engagement and plan follow-up strategies.

Yes! SPCs are asked to respond to all REALTOR® Calls for Action and help amplify them within their district and local association.