Did you know that not all Real Estate agents are Realtors? In fact, only about 50% of all real estate agents are certified Realtors in the United States.
A Realtor is held to a set of standards from the National Association of Realtors. In order to be considered a Realtor, a Real Estate agent must be an active member of the National Association of Realtors and must adhere to the NAR Code of Ethics.
The Code of Ethics is a set of guidelines strictly enforced by state real estate boards in order to uphold the highest level of quality.
The Code of Ethics contains 17 articles detailing the Standards of Practice which must be upheld in order for a Realtor to keep their title. Examples of the standards dictated include:
When making the decision of whether to work with a Real Estate agent or a Realtor, the choice is completely up to you and your comfort level. Both a Realtor and Real Estate agent can help you buy and sell your home and will put your best interests first.
Real Estate agents are highly competent and skilled in their fields, and many provide excellent service.
Working with a Realtor gives you an extra level of protection with your real estate transactions. With the Code of Ethics closely enforced by NAR, Realtors are held to a higher standard and therefore, are required to deliver an even higher level of service.
Did you know that not all Real Estate agents are Realtors? In fact, only about 50% of all real estate agents are certified Realtors in the United States.
