Why Use a Realtor®
Real estate is a big deal. For most Americans, a home is the most expensive purchase they’ll make in their lifetime. It’s a serious transaction with significant financial and emotional ramifications for the parties involved, and having proper representation is critical.
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Real estate has its own language, full of acronyms and semi-arcane jargon, and your REALTOR® is trained to speak that language fluently. You can also find other resources available to you at HouseLogic.com, realtor.com, and realtor.org.
Code of Ethics/Dispute Resolution
The Code of Ethics is a promise to the public that defines the professionalism and service to be expected from a member of the National Association of REALTORS®
Dispute Resolution. If you believe that a Howard County Association of REALTOR® (HCAR) member acted unethically in a real estate transaction, you may address the issue through HCAR.
For comprehensive information regarding Ethics Complaints, Ombudsman, Arbitration, and Mediation services please visit Maryland REALTORS® Legal page.
Consumer Complaints. If you wish to file an ethics complaint with HCAR against a member, you must complete and return the Ethics Complaint Form, citing the article(s) of the code of ethics you allege were violated and attach a written statement of facts. Complaints must be filed within 180 days after the facts were known. Once your complaint has been received, it will be forwarded to the Grievance Committee for its review and determination as to whether the matter warrants a formal hearing. You will be notified of the Grievance Committee’s action, and if the committee finds a hearing is warranted, steps will be taken to schedule the hearing. Should you have any questions, please contact Rita Williams, Administrator at (410) 410-715-1401.
Before You File An Ethics Complaint
Ethics Complaint Form