Professionalism in Real Estate Practice

The 2026 Professionalism in Real Estate Practice updates are being applied to nar.realtor and will be updated soon. The 2026 Professionalism in Real Estate Practice is available for download below.

This PREP is based upon the Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice, and Case Interpretations in effect January 1, 2026.

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Table of Contents

Preface

Introduction

The Code of Ethics—Assurance of Public Service and Protection

Aspirational Concepts Expressed in the Preamble

Narrative Explanation of Each Article with Synthesis of Related Standards of Practice and Case Interpretations

Appendix A—Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, National Association of REALTORS®

Appendix B—Sanctioning Guidelines

Appendix C—Professionalism in Real Estate Practice Detachable Certification Form

Appendix D—Pathways to Professionalism