Association of REALTORSŪ Code of Ethics
one of the properties she spends so much time on, with
wide sky above, wind whipping over the grass, and the
smell of rich earth beneath. A bundle of energy, her list
of credentials and volunteer activities are both as long as
your arm. Not only has she earned her CRS, CRB, ALC
and e-Pro designations, she's a founding member of the
Texas Land Brokers Network. It's clear she's in love with
the land and her career. "I believe in home ownership,"
says Cathy. "Everybody should be able to have a home.
That's what this country was founded on. It's how the
west was won. They were looking for land and wide open
spaces: something they could own."
since then, and in this issue, Flair! Magazine is proud to
introduce a series of discussions with Cathy on various
aspects of real estate.
tween a "REALTORŪ" and a "real estate agent." A REAL-
TORŪ is a member of the National Association of RE-
ALTORSŪ (NARŪ); a real estate agent is not. This is
important because members of the NARŪ devote time
to education as well as adhere to the REALTORŪ
Code of Ethics.
ciation of REALTORSŪ," says Cathy, "they
have no code of ethics to follow. All the
course work gives you a better understanding
of the ins and outs of the purchasing and sell-
ing process, working with buyers and sellers,
It all enhances the process of putting your client ahead of
your needs. You want somebody that is out for your best
interests instead of their own, and if they have the educa-
tion, they fully understand that. Your brother-in-law may
not be the best person for you when you are buying or sell-
ing a property. You need the best you can find, and I be-
lieve a referral from other people you know is the best way
to find someone. Word of mouth
is key in this process. Be sure
to find someone you are
comfortable with and ask
questions."