The Code of Ethics

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The Code of Ethics

NAR's Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice plus related resources and training.

NAR's Code of Ethics, adopted in 1913, was one of the first codifications of ethical duties adopted by any business group. The Code ensures that consumers are served by requiring REALTORS® to cooperate with each other in furthering clients' best interests.

The Code of Ethics

View the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of REALTORS® Effective January 1, 2019.

Download (PDF: 696 KB) | Translations | Poster (PDF: 66 KB) | Audio Clips | Changes for 2019

Check Code of Ethics Status

Also see the Code of Ethics for 2020 (PDF: 797 KB) which will be effective January 1, 2020.

For Members:

Code of Ethics Training

Fulfill your Code of Ethics training requirement with free courses for new and existing members, as well as a paid CE option.

Pledge of Performance and Service

The Code of Ethics is a detailed document that spells out the professional responsibilities of every REALTOR®.

Pathways to Professionalism

Issues of courtesy and etiquette are also important factors when it comes to NAR's Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice.

For Associations:

Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual

In-depth materials on interpreting the Code of Ethics including arbitration, mediation, and professional standards.

Training Toolkit for AEs

These resources will help association executives administer and implement the REALTORS® Code of Ethics Training requirement.

Ethics Complaints & Arbitration Requests

REALTORS® are different from non-member licensees in that they voluntarily subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics.

Code of Ethics Video Series

What's the fastest and newest way to learn about the NAR Code of Ethics? Learning through the video series.

From REALTOR® Magazine:

The Code That Grows

Global business and state laws are among the issues that our evolving Code of Ethics addresses.

Local Associations to Expose Ethics Violators

A new policy change will affect anyone who violates the Code of Ethics at least twice in a three-year period.

Staying Mum on Multiple Offers

Sellers may have good reasons not to disclose other offers. From REALTOR® Magazine's Bruce Aydt.

More on Ethics at REALTOR® Magazine

Articles on Code of Ethics topics are available at REALTOR® Magazine.

Additional Resources:

Duty to Adopt and Enforce the Code of Ethics

Specific articles and sections of NAR's Bylaws support the Leadership Team's recommendation that the Association should take an aggressive role in ensuring that state associations meet their obligation to enforce the Code of Ethics.

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Code of Ethics Products in the REALTOR® Store

Save 10% when you order the 2019 Code of Ethics product bundle which includes Code of Ethics pamphlets, the Code of Ethics & Arbitration Manual, Handbook on Multiple Listing policy, and more.

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Code Comprehension: Article 16

Sets forth two FAQs that clarify the right of cooperating brokers to negotiate commissions with listing brokers.

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The Code of Ethics

NAR's Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice plus related resources and training.

The Code of Ethics

For Members:

Code of Ethics Training

Pledge of Performance and Service

Pathways to Professionalism

For Associations:

Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual

Training Toolkit for AEs

Ethics Complaints & Arbitration Requests

Code of Ethics Video Series

From REALTOR® Magazine:

The Code That Grows

Local Associations to Expose Ethics Violators

Staying Mum on Multiple Offers

More on Ethics at REALTOR® Magazine

Additional Resources:

Duty to Adopt and Enforce the Code of Ethics

Code of Ethics Products in the REALTOR® Store

Code Comprehension: Article 16

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