Part of what distinguishes REALTORS® from other real estate professionals is the REALTOR® Code of Ethics to which members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® adhere.

The Code of Ethics defines the way REALTORS® do business, as well as how REALTORS® interact with clients, customers, the general public and each other.

The Code of Ethics is the foundation of the REALTOR® organization. It gives every member a standard by which they pledge to conduct their business. In addition, it gives members a method of resolving disputes without costly litigation.

Local – GSSBR provides education for members, committee members, and leadership regarding the Code of Ethics. The Professional Standards Committee, Grievance Committee, and Mediation Committee provide the process by which disputes are resolved. Our Board Counsel may also participate in the hearing process.

State – NHAR provides the Legal Hotline, the Professional Standards Workshop, training classes, and Professional Standards hearings and Mediation when they can’t be handled at the local Board.

National - NAR maintains the Code of Ethics, produced the Professional Standards Manual and supporting materials, provides materials and training for REALTORS® and staff, and maintains a library of supporting materials at www.realtor.org.