Interesting to hear fellow Realtor's complain about each other and their ways of doing business today. It seems there is a growing number of Realtors who feel they don't need to return phone calls even to fellow Realtors, whether it is for feedback on showings or follow up for offers submitted or those who keep keys out of lockboxes so no one else can show the properties and the listing agent can bring in their own offers. The lack of respect toward their own colleagues is quite alarming considering we have enough battles on our hands and we are working toward the same goal...Selling Homes.
The National Association of Realtors Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice spells out our duties to the three groups we represent: Clients and Customers, the Public and Realtors. Yes, Realtors!
When will we begin to respect each other and realize we are in this together and in doing so can make these trying times a little more pleasant for all if we conduct ourselves accordingly. The Pathways to Professionalism are quite clear, Respond to other agents' calls, faxes and emails promptly and courteously., Show courtesy, trust and respect to other real estate professionals., and To be successful in the business, mutual respect is essential.
These sound like easy things to do but unfortunately many Realtors do not nor do they even try to work professionally.
Can you imagine the government stepping in to clean up our industry. They started to do some housecleaning and look where we are now. Maybe we should take back our industry and make the Realtors who lack professionalism accountable, then we will all be successful.
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