Common ‘Mistakes’ or Blatant Disregard for Our Real Estate Industry?

This strikes a nerve in me every time!

In this new world of Real Estate, the banks seam to be some of the most violaters of ethics.

Isn't it a shame that there are too many in our profession that need this constant reminder.  Wish they were all like you!

Sally,

It is a shame that there are so many out there that think the COE is just one big gray area to play in.  I am like you in that I think more black and white, right and wrong.   

Hi Sally - I wish all real estate agents would subscribe to and follow the code of ethics required of a REALTOR®, and it takes only a few who don't to give us all a bad rep.  I have just decided that no matter how others conduct themselves, I will maintain an ethical business.

Hi Sally,

eliminate part time realtors, get a proper accountability system in place and require a realtor evaluation  by each client as part of the sales documents, to be forwarded to the licensing body in each state and province, with a 3 strikes you are out method.

Sally cutting corners only get you one thing and that is trouble, and unfortunately there are many people that never seem to learn that lesson.

Dear Sally -
This is so true  _

Unlicensed Activity: ... Same goes for those claiming to be contractors or any other professional that requires licensing and they are not.

Not only are they without a license but they may not even know what they are doing!
have a happy day -
Lynn

In property management we see others cut corners all the time- even with large firms hiring non-licensee's to do their property management work while professing to be in keeping with the law and ethics. 

You nailed it with the last paragraph. If you have a good personal moral code, you don't need a COE in writing to keep you on the straight and narrow. And if you don't... then no COE is going to cause you to do right.

I'll admit, there have always been a few points in the COE that do more to protect agents than consumers, so it is possible to "do wrong" while doing the right thing. But in general, follow the Golden Rule and you'll probably be fine.

Sally, Sadly far too many are unable to differentiate between doing what they do and doing the right thing.  It may be because they never learned the right way and common sense simply does not prevail because they have none.  It’s not ok to sign or initial for a client because it was missed.  I tend to believe in most cases is it blatant disregard.

People do these things and continue to do these things because they CAN... and as long as there is no accountability for their misdeeds,  they WILL CONTINUE.

Great reminder for everyone to be professional in all they do, Sally!

Love that new profile photo! Happy Holidays!

Some agents (and loan officers for that matter) feel they can break the rules still, even after all the mess we have gone through in this industry.

Hi Sally - excellent post and of course there are those who are licensed, and cut corners and make errors. I cannot believe someone would initial a document on behalf of their client - they never heard of docusign?

Sis - This should be additional required reading for ANY Real Estate Professional across the board.  I love the new pic as well:)