EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026

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Professionalism in Real Estate Practice is the fastest way to understand what the Code of Ethics actually requires. It walks through each of the 17 Articles in plain language, then turns the related Standards of Practice and official Case Interpretations into practical guidance, with every point cross-referenced to the specific Standard or Case Interpretation behind it.

What’s Inside

• Narrative explanation of each Article, with a synthesis of the related Standards of Practice and Case Interpretations
• The Aspirational Concepts of the Preamble: becoming and remaining informed, responding to requests for opinions, participating in enforcement, exclusive representation, sharing knowledge and avoiding unfair advantage
• Appendix A: The complete Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
• Appendix B: Sanctioning Guidelines
• Appendix C: REALTORS® Fair Housing Declaration and a detachable certification form
• Appendix D: Pathways to Professionalism

Current Through the Latest Changes

The 2026 edition is based on the Code, Standards of Practice and Case Interpretations in effect January 1, 2026. That includes the Case Interpretations deleted in June 2025 and the Article 10 Case Interpretations revised and reinstated in November 2025, so your training reflects the Code as it stands today.

Who It’s For

• Brokers onboarding new agents. The certification form lets principals document that affiliated licensees have reviewed the booklet.
• Associations running new member orientation
• Grievance and professional standards committee members
• Board directors and association leadership

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it include the full Code of Ethics?
Yes. Appendix A contains the complete Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. The front of the booklet explains what each Article means in practice.

What changed for 2026?
This edition reflects recent amendments, including Case Interpretations deleted effective June 5, 2025, and Article 10 Case Interpretations revised and reinstated in November 2025.

How do brokers use the certification form?
REALTOR® principals can have affiliated brokers, salespeople and appraisers sign the detachable form to certify they have reviewed the booklet.

Physical version includes one (1) booklet. Item #166-1113-26.