The Virginia Association of REALTORS represents more than 30,000 real estate professional throughout the state. Its members include real estate brokers, managers, developers and appraisal service providers. The organization coordinates annual conventions and legislative and education conferences. The Virginia Association of REALTORS works to inform and educate members and general public about various real estate-related issues. It also operates the Virginia Realtors Leadership Academy, which allows Realtors to improve their leadership skills. The organization additionally provides online advertising solutions, as well as publishes a magazine. The Virginia Association of REALTORS affiliate members include Metamerica Mortgage Bankers, Cox Communications, AppFolio and First American Home Buyers Protection.