What is the difference between a realtor and a realestate agent?
Posted on October 21st, 2009 by admin
Realtors® subscribe to a strict code of ethics set forth by the National Association of Realtors. Realtors® also belong to the local Realtor® boards, which contribute listings to the MLS (Multiple Listing Service®). Realtor® boards also have arbitration procedures in place to settle any complaints, whether from consumers or other Realtor® members.
A real estate agent is licensed to do real estate related business in the state, and does not necessarily have any access to MLS services or properties. The co-broking of properties for sale is normally done by Realtors® through the MLS.
A real estate agent is licensed to sell real estate, the Realtor® is a real estate agent belonging to the professional organization, National Association of Realtors®.
October 22nd, 2009 at 3:44 am
None, the terms are interchangeable. When the term REALTOR is used (all caps) it indicates a member in good standing of the National Board of Realtors.
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October 22nd, 2009 at 3:51 am
there is no difference
their both the same meaning
like doctor and physician
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October 22nd, 2009 at 4:36 am
Its no difference , just to make your mind at ease just walk into one of their office and ask the question they will be sure glad to assist you.
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October 22nd, 2009 at 4:59 am
Contrary to the first answers there is a difference.
A Realtor is a real estate agent and must belong to the local board of realtors, have training in ethics etc.
A Real Estate agent is anyone who passed the real estate license
Don’t use anyone that isn’t a Realtor
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October 22nd, 2009 at 5:36 am
Realtors® subscribe to a strict code of ethics set forth by the National Association of Realtors. Realtors® also belong to the local Realtor® boards, which contribute listings to the MLS (Multiple Listing Service®). Realtor® boards also have arbitration procedures in place to settle any complaints, whether from consumers or other Realtor® members.
A real estate agent is licensed to do real estate related business in the state, and does not necessarily have any access to MLS services or properties. The co-broking of properties for sale is normally done by Realtors® through the MLS.
A real estate agent is licensed to sell real estate, the Realtor® is a real estate agent belonging to the professional organization, National Association of Realtors®.
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October 22nd, 2009 at 6:26 am
A real estate agent is subject to the laws and policies of the state regulatory agencies.
A Realtor is a member of the National Association of Realtors (N.A.R.) which applies further rules regrading mainly ethics. A Realtor has agreed to abide by a more stringent set of rules.
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October 22nd, 2009 at 7:13 am
"Realtor" is an actual certification. They are real estate agents who have taken more education/training and have been certified by the "Realtor" association.
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