Frequently Asked Questions About Membership

Can I download a membership application online?
Membership applications are completed online, so there is no form to download. Begin the online application process.

How do I know whether I qualify as an Associate or Regular member?
Associate membership is for companies that provide products or services to the commercial real estate industry, including contractors, architects, consultants, accountants, attorneys, designers, maintenance companies and security providers.

Regular membership is for commercial property, facility and asset managers, building owners, developers and building engineers.

Generally, if your company manages or operates commercial property, you qualify for Regular membership. If your company sells products or provides services to commercial properties, you qualify for Associate membership.

What does membership cost?
Membership dues are established annually and are based on individual members.

Annual dues are:

• Regular Property Manager Membership: $735
• Additional employee from the same property management firm: $565
• Corporate Membership: $405 per person for six or more members
• Industrial Manager Membership: $320
• Associate Membership: $930
• Additional employee from the same Associate firm: $800

Property management firms must enroll at least six individuals to qualify for the Corporate Membership rate.

Dues are reduced by 60% for members joining in July, August or September. Those joining in October, November or December pay the full annual dues and receive 15 months of membership for the cost of 12 months.

I would like my building or company to join. How are membership dues calculated?
Membership is based on individual members rather than the building, company or square footage managed. Property management firms enrolling six or more individuals may qualify for the discounted Corporate Membership rate.

Are dues prorated if I join during the year?
Dues are reduced by 60% for members joining in July, August or September. Members joining in October, November or December pay the full annual dues and receive membership through December 31 of the following year.

Is membership for an individual or a company?
Membership is assigned to an individual through the company that pays the dues. If the individual leaves the company, the membership remains with the company and may be reassigned to another eligible employee. It does not transfer with the departing member.

How many additional people may my company add, and is there a reduced rate?
A company may add as many eligible employees as it would like. Reduced rates are available for additional members from the same firm.

Property management firms pay $565 for each additional Regular member or may qualify for the Corporate Membership rate of $405 per person when enrolling six or more members.

An existing Associate firm may add another eligible employee for $800. Associate membership is subject to availability and waiting-list requirements.

When does membership expire?
All memberships expire on December 31. Renewal reminders begin in October. Memberships not renewed by February 28 will be inactivated. Associate firms seeking to rejoin after their membership lapses must return to the waiting list.

What does it mean to be federated with BOMA International?
The federated member is the company’s designated representative to BOMA International. In addition to receiving communications from BOMA Fort Lauderdale + Palm Beaches, that individual receives information from BOMA International and qualifies for member pricing on eligible BOMA International events, programs and publications.

Does my BOMA Fort Lauderdale + Palm Beaches membership provide a discount with other BOMA associations?
No. BOMA local associations are separate organizations serving specific geographic areas. Membership in BOMA Fort Lauderdale + Palm Beaches does not provide discounted membership in another local BOMA association.

Why sponsor a BOMA Fort Lauderdale + Palm Beaches event?
Sponsorship provides an opportunity to increase your company’s visibility, demonstrate support for the commercial real estate industry and connect with event attendees. Learn more about sponsorship here.

What benefits do sponsors receive?
Benefits vary by event and sponsorship level. They may include recognition on the BOMA website and event materials, logo placement on event signage, opportunities to distribute company information, and discounted or complimentary event registration.

How can I review sponsorship opportunities and pricing?
Sponsorship opportunities and pricing vary by event. Contact the BOMA Fort Lauderdale + Palm Beaches office at boma@bomaftlpb.org or (561) 395-6664 for current availability.

Must I be a member to sponsor an event?
Membership is required for most sponsorship opportunities. Limited events may offer sponsorship opportunities to nonmembers. Contact the BOMA office to discuss availability and eligibility.

I belong to another BOMA association. May I sponsor a BOMA Fort Lauderdale + Palm Beaches event?
Possibly. Some events offer sponsorship opportunities to companies that are not active members of BOMA Fort Lauderdale + Palm Beaches. Contact the BOMA office to confirm availability and eligibility.

May an event sponsor set up a table or distribute company materials?
Exhibit space and literature distribution depend on the venue and benefits included with the sponsorship package. Sponsors may do so only when specifically included in the package or approved in advance by BOMA Fort Lauderdale + Palm Beaches.