Code of Ethics and Fair Housing Requirements

Code of Ethics

As REALTORS®, we pledge to abide by a strict code of ethics that safeguards our clients and the public. The Code of Ethics of the National Association of REALTORS® imposes duties above—and in addition to—those governed by law or regulation, and apply only to real estate licensees who are also REALTOR® members.  Click here for a copy of the Code of Ethics  

Code of Ethics Training Requirement

REALTORS® are required to take the Code of Ethics every three (3) years.  The current cycle is between January 1, 2022, and December 31, 2024, and for successive three (3) year periods thereafter. All REALTORS® will need to take the NAR requirement during this time period to keep their membership active and in good standing.

How do I check to see if I have completed the Code of Ethics?

Go into the member portal.  Under your profile you will see COE Complete:  This should say yes or no.

Fair Housing Training Requirement

Effective January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2027 and for successive three year periods thereafter, each REALTOR® member of the association (with the exception of REALTOR® members granted REALTOR® Emeritus status by the National Association) shall be required to complete Fair Housing training of not less than two (2) hours of instructional time.  This requirement will be satisfied upon presentation of documentation that the member has completed a course of instruction conducted by this or another association, the State Association, or the National Association of REALTORS®.  Fair Housing approved by the state licensing authority for an existing Fair Housing requirement to maintain licensure shall also fulfill this requirement, provided it also meets the learning objectives and minimum criteria.  REALTOR® members who have completed Fair Housing training as a requirement of membership in another association shall not be required to complete additional Fair Housing training until a new three year cycle commences.  Failure to satisfy the required training shall be considered a violation of a membership duty.  Failure to meet the requirement in any three year cycle will result in suspension of membership for the first two months (January and February) of the year following the end of any three year cycle or until the requirement is met, whichever occurs sooner.  On March 1 of that year, the membership of a member who is still suspended as of that date will be automatically terminated.