The National Association of Realtors (NAR) Realtor Code of Ethics has existed in this industry for over a century. First adopted in 1913 as a set of guiding principles, the Code of Ethics has evolved to become the standard to which all real estate agents are held. While it’s been revised over the years to […]
10 Realtor Safety Tips Every Agent Should Know
Summer is the busiest season for real estate. If you’re a Realtor, chances are your calendar is full of open houses, client meetings, and showings. Not all of those interactions will be favorable. In the National Association of Realtors (NAR)’s 2018 Member Safety Survey, 33% of respondents reported being in a situation that caused them […]
Celebrate in Safety: National Open House Weekend Tips
The spring buying (and selling) season is upon us. On April 20 and 21, Realtors across the country will host thousands of open houses in hundreds of different neighborhoods. The main goal of the weekend is to invite buyers to visit some of the many open homes where they can learn more about home ownership […]
Realtor Safety: 12 Tips for Staying Safe on the Job
The story was on this morning’s news: a Realtor in Maryland was sexually assaulted in the basement of a house she was showing. This scenario is replayed all too frequently across the country. There are no solid statistics on Realtor Safety, but anecdotal evidence reveals that Realtors are assaulted, robbed, shot at, and even killed […]