Professionalism
The
term
REALTOR®
is
a
registered
trademark
that
can
only
be
used
by
members
of
the
National
Association
of
REALTORS®
who
subscribe
to
the
REALTOR®
Code
of
Ethics.
The
Code
sets
forth
standards
of
conduct
and
professional
integrity
that
are
the
hallmark
of
this
association
and
that
account
for
the
special
respect
for
REALTORS®.
If
a
legal
dispute
arises,
the
Board's
Grievance
and
Professional
Standards
Committees
have
mechanisms
for
resolving
complaints
from
members
and
the
public.
Our
mediation
and
arbitration
services
are
a
valuable
alternative
to
costly
litigation.
A
Strong
Political
Voice
We
offer
many
opportunities
for
members
to
become
directly
involved
in
the
political
process
and
provide
a
strong
voice
in
representing
REALTOR®
concerns
at
the
local,
state
and
national
levels.
Through
direct
involvement,
REALTORS®
have
become
a
recognized
entity
in
local
politics
and
a
true
grass
roots
force.
We
offer
political
forums,
fundraising
events,
and
education
on
issues
that
directly
affect
the
real
estate
industry.
Professional
Development
The
Concord
Board
of
REALTORS®
offers
complete
real
estate
education.
Our
programs
address
the
needs
of
all
real
estate
professionals,
successfully
taking
an
agent
through
the
professional
designations
and
state-required
Mandatory
Continuing
Education.
Numerous
seminars
and
training
programs
keep
members
abreast
of
the
rapid
changes
in
the
real
estate
industry
and
provide
a
forum
for
networking
among
other
real
estate
professionals.
Industry
News
and
Information
Members
receive
monthly
magazines
from
the
state
and
national
associations,
as
well
as
The
Concord
Board
of
REALTORS®
newsletter.
These
publications
keep
you
abreast
of
news
and
upcoming
events,
changes
in
the
industry
and
useful
information
to
increase
your
business
success.
Community
Impact
Members
get
directly
involved
in
community
projects,
political
campaigns
and
issues
that
have
an
effect
on
home
ownership,
housing
affordability
and
private
property
rights.
Members
volunteer
in
a
number
of
ways,
from
writing
letters
to
elected
officials
to
painting
and
repairing
homes
in
low-income
neighborhoods.
Strengthened
Business
Relationships
Through
participation
in
one
of
the
Board's
committees,
members
volunteer
their
time
and
ideas
and
strengthen
their
business
relationships.
Committees
plan
and
organize
special
events,
create
new
programs,
select
award
recipients,
and
influence
legislation
affecting
real
estate.
Networking
Opportunities
Monthly
new
member
orientation
meetings,
,
a
yearly
golf
tournament,
fashion
show,
and
various
social
events
give
members
opportunities
to
establish
business
and
personal
contacts.
Top
performers
in
the
real
estate
industry
are
recognized
at
the
annual
installation
and
awards
banquet.
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