Each year, the Association recognizes four individuals for our most prestigious awards, REALTOR®, Rookie and Affiliate of the Year. The recipients have contributed hundreds of hours to causes that benefited the general membership and have also dedicated time to many community programs.

REALTOR® of the Year

REALTOR® of the Year is given to a REALTOR® who is involved in everything. A person who is active in real estate--selling and/or managing, volunteers at the state and local Association, has earned designations, and also participates in activities within the local community.

Rookie of the Year

Rookie of the Year is given to an individual who has started in Real Estate within the previous 18 months, has demonstrated success in sales and education, has volunteered time to the Association and the real estate community, and has been active in their community.

Affiliate of the Year

Affiliate of the Year is a member of the Association who contributes an immeasurable amount of time, money and/or resources to supporting the real estate industry. This person is also active in community activities.

The Good Neighbor Award

The Good Neighbor Award was established to recognize the ongoing efforts of our REALTOR® members who have made exceptional contributions to improve the quality of life in their local community. This award brings to the forefront the positive difference REALTOR® make in giving back to their communities.

How Are They Chosen?

The Member Benefits Council looks for members who are involved in the Association and the community, and whose ethical and professional behavior makes them role models for others in the industry. The ideal candidate is well rounded - active in both real estate and community.

The Council’s Recognition Task Force utilizes a rigorous point system for candidate selection. Candidates are asked to complete a questionnaire detailing their real estate, education, and community involvement. The submitted questionnaires are then reviewed to determine if the candidate has accumulated the required minimum number of points to be considered a nominee. The minimum points required are listed on each nomination form.

Points are earned for involvement in real estate and community related activities, in addition, points are awarded to the REALTOR® and Rookie for real estate education and production, among other things.

The award recipients are candidates with the highest number of accumulated points. Recipients are announced at the annual Inaugural gala, local newspapers, all Bay East publications, and the Bay East website. The recipient will be invited to speak at the annual Achievement Club Awards program, receive a scholarship to the Leadership Academy, and be given civic commendations and guest appearances.