Network Glossary
2022 Network Guidebook & Glossary
Administration (General)
| TOPIC | DESCRIPTION | WHERE TO FIND |
| Brand Assets | Contains brand standards, downloadable logos, and infographics. | Brand Assets |
| Budget | Sample budget template. | Sample Budget |
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Certification Program |
An annual program that certifies networks that meet benchmarks of excellence - Submissions due October 1. | Certification Program |
| Dues Changes | National must be formally advised by September 30 for the subsequent year on new dues amounts along with supporting documentation. | Dues Change Form |
| Insurance, Legal & Taxes |
Responsibility of local network, National provides information and guidance. | View the PDF |
| Leadership Identification and Development (LID) Resources | This page contains a video, applications, process guide, and other key documents related to the process (note, processes, positions, and other procedures subject to change in 2022). | Leadership Pathways |
| Microsite Resources |
Resources include a training video and fact sheet. | |
| Name Change |
Any network wishing to change its names must go through a rigorous process, to ensure it's not being done for short-term gains. |
Contact National to request at wcr@wcr.org |
| National Officer Visit |
This form must be filled out when requesting a national officer to be a part of your local or state events. | |
| Network Charter Kit | A Charter guide outlines network formation steps, contact National to request a kit and consultation: jsaltman@wcr.org | |
| Officer Reporting |
2023 Officer Reporting forms. |
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| Operating Standards | These documents describe network operating standards. | |
| Roadmap Newsletter |
Contains one year of timely information that state and local networks need to know. |
Governance
| TOPIC | DESCRIPTION | WHERE TO FIND |
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Bylaws |
All bylaws with dues amounts are on state and local microsites. | |
| Consent to Serve (Local) | Leaders fill out an application that outlines fiduciary duties – National offers a sample for local networks to customize. | Sample Document - Local |
| Confidentiality Agreement | State Agreement | |
| Disband, Terminate or Merge Network | National must be contacted to initiate the process. Contact Jamie Saltman at jsaltman@wcr.org | Network Disband or Merger Process |
| Election Procedures (Local) |
This blueprint outlines how Local elections are to be conducted | |
| Liaison (State & National Fact Sheet) | A visual piece/infographic with regional map and breakdown of states, levels, and associated support systems | Fact Sheet |
| Officer Job Descriptions | Job descriptions for leaders at the local, state & national levels | |
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Scripts for Election |
The National script is available for elections, which outlines common language/verbiage (sample only) | |
| Script for Installation | The National script is available for installations, which outline common language/verbiage (sample only) | |
| Standing Rules |
Must not supersede bylaws. A podcast offers guidelines and information | |
| Transition of Officers | Two zoom recordings provide guidance on how to effectively change over teams |
Meetings & Events
| TOPIC | DESCRIPTION | WHERE TO FIND |
| Event Ideas | One page printable | View the PDF |
| Grant Program | Through our grant program with NAR, we have a list of events that provide programming ideas that other networks have done successfully | Grant Winners |
| Realtor® Association Collaboration |
Outlines best practices to work with the local association | Association Relationship PDF |
| Strategic Partnerships | This template is customizable and networks can edit as needed | Template (Will Auto-Download) |
| WOW! Event Planning Guide |
Promotional tips on how to create a successful event | Guide PDF |
Membership & Marketing
| TOPIC | DESCRIPTION | WHERE TO FIND |
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Diversity and Inclusion |
Tips and resources | |
| New Member Onboarding Toolkit | This is designed to provide you with templated information developed by other networks to onboard and systematize new members. | Toolkit |
| Network 360 Year Round Facebook Group | This is a private group for 2023 leaders. A great place to network and share ideas. | Facebook Group |
State Specific Resources
| TOPIC | DESCRIPTION | WHERE TO FIND |
| Budget & Finance | Budget and Finance Committee description. | Description |
| Credentialing & Election Policy | How states should be handling their Credential Review Team. | Document |
| Leadership Identification & Development | Leadership Identification & Development (LID) Committee Description | LID Description |
| State Liaison Application | State Liaison Application form (for optional use) | Application |
| State Liaison Reporting | Form to report your State Liaison | Reporting Form |
Check this page frequently for updates.