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Why Use A RealtorŪ ?
When you're looking for help buying or selling property, it's important to
remember that the terms "real estate agent" and "Realtor" are not synonymous.
Realtors can provide an extra level of service, and to be a Realtor you must be
a member of the National Association of Realtors. The equivalent organization in
Canada is the Canadian Real Estate Association. Both are non-profit trade
organizations that promote real estate information, education and professional
standards.
The National Association of Realtors also has earned a strong
reputation for actively championing private property rights and working to make
home ownership affordable and accessible.
Code of Ethics
NAR and CREA members adhere
to a strict code of ethics founded on the principle of providing fair and honest
service to all consumers. Realtor business practices are monitored at local
board levels. Arbitration and disciplinary systems are in place to address
complaints from the public or board members.
This local oversight keeps
Realtors directly accountable to the individual consumers they serve. Real
estate licensees who are not Realtors, work solely under state/provincial
licensing regulations.
Definitions
Realtor
A Realtor (or
REALTOR) is a licensed real estate agent who is a member of the National
Association of Realtors (NAR) a membership organization of some 720,000 real
estate agents in the United States. In Canada, the corresponding
professional organization is the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). A
licensed real estate agent does not have to be a member of NAR or CREA to
practice real estate.
Broker
In real estate, a broker has
earned a broker's license. Many brokers own their own real estate office and are
"brokers of record," with other real estate agents "hanging their license" under
the broker of record.
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