Application Tips

When submitting your NAWRB Women-Owned Brokerage or Business Certification application, adhere to the following tips and guidelines to ensure a timley response to your application:

Mail your certification application in a single three ring binder;
Separate the sections and documents per Phase One, Phase Two, and Phase Three guidelines listed on your application;
Label old or unclear documents with post-its or tabs;
Make sure to register your company with DUNS, CCR, and ORCA before submitting your certification application;
Print out two copies of the certification application- one to turn in, and one to use as a check list during the application process;
If a document is missing or inapplicable to your business, include an explanation and reason for non-inclusion of document on a company letterhead, with the signature of the business owner;
Listen to NAWRB's Call4All Certifying as a NAWRB Women-Owned Business before beginning the certification process;
Remember that NAWRB members in good standing can call NAWRB at (949) 559-9800 with questions about the certification process;
Visit Certification FAQ's for more helpful tips.

Important Notice: NAWRB members in good standing can receive certification aid during the certification process and prior to submitting a certification packet. If interested in certification, potential members should be confident that their business can pass the litmus test of "women-owned on paper, women-operated in practice, and experienced in real estate," prior to joining NAWRB. Non-members are ineligable for certification process aid and are advised to become a member prior to beginning and/or completing the certification application. If you have questions about your eligiblity for membership in or certification through NAWRB, email info@NAWRB.com or call us at (949) 559-9800.