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Law & Ethics: Ethics Articles

  • Avoid Exclusive Listing Conflict
    Fri, 03/15/2013

    Not sure if sellers already have an exclusive listing agreement? You should always try your best to find out.

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  • The Ever Evolving Code
    Thu, 01/10/2013

    The latest enhancements ensure that the ‘living document’ remains relevant for the industry.

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  • The Code Hits 100
    Fri, 11/02/2012

    The year 2013 marks the centennial of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. Here’s a look back at a few defining moments in the life of one of the industry’s most important documents.

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  • Accepted Offers Must Be Disclosed
    Tue, 09/18/2012

    If you start by identifying whether an offer is accepted or not yet accepted, you’ll understand the different obligations under the Code and MLS rules.

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  • Brokers Must Verify Compensation Terms
    Wed, 07/18/2012

    Article 3 of the Code of Ethics does not inherently guarantee payments for working with listing brokers.

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  • What to Disclose Amid Multiple Offers?
    Sun, 01/01/2012

    Know what to disclose amid multiple offers.

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  • Disclose All Contractor Referral Fees
    Sat, 10/01/2011

    When should you disclose contractor referral fees?

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  • Is a Potential Short Sale a 'Pertinent Fact'?
    Fri, 07/01/2011

    A reader writes in to ask what the Code has to say about disclosing the possibility of a short sale in the future.

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  • Get Offers in Writing 'Whenever Possible'
    Wed, 06/01/2011

    Why do some real estate practitioners and buyers insist on presenting offers verbally? Shouldn’t all offers and counteroffers be in writing? Is presenting an oral offer a violation of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Code of Ethics?

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  • How to Disclose Ownership Interest
    Tue, 03/01/2011
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