Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of REALTORS®
Effective January 1, 2024
The NAR Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice establishes ethical duties that all REALTORS® agree to follow as a condition of their membership. These duties provide a high level of service and professionalism to clients/customers and are the key factor separating REALTORS® from all other real estate practitioners.
Professionalism in Real Estate Practice provides a concise explanation of the meaning and content of the Code's articles and standards of practice.
Code of Ethics Training
NAR's Board of Directors approved a change to the Code of Ethics training requirement, extending it from every two years to every three years. This extends the current cycle deadline from March 1, 2022, to Dec. 31, 2024.
Cycles:
- January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2024
- January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027
Realtors® are required to complete ethics training of not less than 2 hours, 30 minutes of instructional time. The training must meet specific learning objectives and criteria established by the National Association of Realtors®.
Training may be completed through NAR’s online courses or through another method, such as online or classroom courses via local/state associations. Read the consequences for failing to complete Code of Ethics training.
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The courses below fulfill the REALTOR® Code of Ethics Training Requirement. Find out which one applies to you.