2026 ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

**Please do not nominate someone multiple times; it does not increase their chances of receiving an award, as it is points-based.

The WVAR Board of Directors invites you to nominate an outstanding new REALTOR® for the 2026 Rookie of the Year Award. The recipient will be recognized in January 2027 during WVAR's annual awards celebration and installation of the 2027 Board of Directors at Stetson University in DeLand.

This award recognizes a new REALTOR® who has demonstrated exceptional dedication to the real estate profession, involvement with WVAR, and service to the community during their first year of membership.

Eligibility Requirements

Nominees must:

Be a WVAR REALTOR® member in good standing, with all fees paid and no legal action, fines, or judgments during the current or previous year.
Have joined WVAR between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025.
Have met the award's selection criteria within the twelve (12) months following their first full month of active membership.
Have no previous real estate experience.
Not be part of a real estate team, as teams and team members are not eligible.

Selection Criteria

Nominees are evaluated on their professional achievements, involvement with WVAR, contributions to fellow REALTORS®, and community service during their qualifying membership period.

Nominating Is Easy!

You don't need to know everything about your nominee to nominate them!

Simply provide the information you know and tell us why you believe they deserve this recognition. WVAR staff will complete Association participation information using available records and assist with any missing information.

Self-nominations are not permitted. Please include your name, as anonymous nominations will not be accepted. Only one nomination per individual is necessary, as selections are based on a points system.

Nomination Deadline

Thursday, December 10, 2026, at Noon

To Be Completed by WVAR Staff

The following information will be completed by WVAR staff. Nominators may leave this section blank.

WVAR committee and leadership participation
WVAR classes and educational programs
WVAR events and activities
Community service information, when available
Other qualifying involvement