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National Association of R ealtors ^� Code of Ethics Preamble

Under all is the land. Upon its wise utilization and widely allocated ownership depend the survival and growth of free institutions and of our civilization. Realtors ^� should recognize that the interests of the nation and its citizens require the highest and best use of the land and the widest distribution of land ownership. They require the creation of adequate housing, the building of functioning cities, the development of productive industries and farms, and the preservation of a healthful environment.

Such interests impose obligations beyond those of ordinary commerce. They impose grave social responsibility and a patriotic duty to which Realtors ^� should dedicate themselves, and for which they should be diligent in preparing themselves. R ealtors ^� , therefore, are zealous to maintain and improve the standards of their calling and share with their fellow R ealtors ^� a common responsibility for its integrity and honor...

The term R ealtors ^� has come to connote competency, fairness, and high integrity resulting from adherence to a lofty ideal of moral conduct in business relations. No inducement of profit and no instruction from clients ever can justify departure from this ideal.

In the interpretation of this obligation, R ealtors ^� can take no safer guide than that which has been handed down through the centuries, embodied in the Golden Rule, � Whatsoever ye would that others should do to you, do ye even so to them. �

Basic Principles of the Code of Ethics 1. Protect and promote your client�s interests, but be honest with all parties. 2. Avoid exaggeration, misrepresentation and concealment of pertinent facts. DO not reveal facts that are confidential under the scope of your agency relationship. 3. Cooperate with other real estate professionals to advance your client�s best interests, 4. When buying or selling, make your position in the transaction or interest known. 5. Disclose present or contemplated

interest in any property to all parties. 6. Avoid side deals without your client�s informed consent 7. Accept compensation from only one party, except with full disclosure and informed consent. 8. Keep the funds of clients and customers in escrow. 9. Assure, whenever possible, that transactional details are in writing. 10. Provide equal service to all clients and customers 11. Be knowledgeable and competent in the fields of practice in which you ordinarily engage. Obtain assistance or disclose lack of experience if necessary. 12. Communicate honestly and present a true picture in your advertising, marketing and other public representations. 13. Do not engage in the unauthorized practice of law. 14. Be a willing participant in Code enforcement procedures. 15. Ensure that your comments about other real estate professionals are truthful, and not misleading. 16. Respect the exclusive representation or exclusive brokerage relationship agreements that other Realtors � have with their clients. 17. Arbitrate and mediate contractual and specific non-contractual disputes with other Realtors � and with your clients.

For Full Text, refer to: Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of R ealtors ^� 1-800-874-6500

Choosing a Realtor in Middle Tennessee means working with a professional who has pledged to uphold a written code of ethics, one that emphasizes honesty, transparency, and fair dealing in every transaction. That commitment is not simply a marketing slogan; it is a daily standard that shapes how listings are presented, how negotiations are handled, and how client information is safeguarded. Buyers and sellers benefit when the people guiding them are held to a higher bar than the law requires.

The Sumner Association of REALTORS serves a wide and varied service area, stretching from the shoreline of Old Hickory Lake through Hendersonville, Gallatin, and Castalian Springs, then rolling outward into the countryside communities of White House, Cottontown, and Portland. To the north, the reach continues into Macon County, including the small towns of Lafayette and Red Boiling Springs. Each of these places carries its own character, and a knowledgeable local Realtor can translate neighborhood nuance into confident decisions for clients.

Being a member of a local association offers more than a name on a directory. Realtors gain access to ongoing education, peer accountability, and a professional network that spans multiple counties and specialties. For consumers, that network translates into a deeper bench of trusted advisors who can recommend inspectors, lenders, and contractors, and who share a common framework for resolving questions or concerns should they arise during the course of a real estate relationship.

Communities throughout Middle Tennessee are tied together by practical geography, with downtown Nashville and its international airport reachable in a matter of minutes from much of Sumner and Macon counties. That proximity shapes the regional market, influencing commute patterns, school choices, and long term planning for households at every stage of life. A local Realtor understands how those regional connections ripple into neighborhood level decisions and opportunities.

The strongest real estate relationships begin with shared expectations and clear communication, qualities that are reinforced when both sides understand the standards of practice that govern the profession. Consumers are encouraged to ask questions, request referrals, and learn about the resources available through their Realtor and the broader association. Taking that first step sets the tone for a working partnership built on mutual respect and informed choice.