Like Whitt wrote in an earlier blog, I too, am proud to carry the REALTOR® designation behind my name. I am committed to what it stands for and to the Code of Ethics to which all who carry that designation must subscribe.
The REALTOR® Code of Ethics was adopted by the National Association in 1913 in order to establish a professional standard of conduct during a time when real estate had a history of rampant land speculation, exploitation and disorder. It was an era before the adoption of state regulatory licensing systems. It was not unusual to have multiple "first" mortgages. The establishment of "the code" in such times was nothing less than revolutionary!!
It is, however, a living document. . .subject to change. . .and it must be that way in order to keep up with the times. If you would like to read through the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, respond to my blog or give me a call. I'll send you a copy.
~Judy Southard
479-567-7377
The REALTOR® Code of Ethics was adopted by the National Association in 1913 in order to establish a professional standard of conduct during a time when real estate had a history of rampant land speculation, exploitation and disorder. It was an era before the adoption of state regulatory licensing systems. It was not unusual to have multiple "first" mortgages. The establishment of "the code" in such times was nothing less than revolutionary!!
It is, however, a living document. . .subject to change. . .and it must be that way in order to keep up with the times. If you would like to read through the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, respond to my blog or give me a call. I'll send you a copy.
~Judy Southard
479-567-7377
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