The 2024 Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of REALTORS® is NOW AVAILABLE, featuring comprehensive guidelines to ensure ethical behavior and professional standards in real estate. This updated code emphasizes the importance of duties to clients, customers, the public, and fellow REALTORS®, underlining the commitment to honesty, integrity, and fair practice. Highlights include obligations to protect client interests while treating all parties honestly, the duty to cooperate with other brokers, and the commitment to avoid exaggeration and misrepresentation. It addresses all real estate activities, promoting the highest use of land, adequate housing, productive industries, and a healthful environment. The code enforces the principle that legal obligations take precedence over the code where conflicts arise. With its preamble and detailed articles and standards, it serves as a guide for REALTORS® to uphold the dignity of the profession and ensure the trust of their clients and the public.
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