You are here HomeAbout NAR When Is a Real Estate Agent a REALTOR®? Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Print A real estate agent is a REALTOR® when he or she becomes a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, The Voice for Real Estate®, the world's largest professional association. The term "REALTOR®" is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and abides by its strict Code of Ethics. Founded in 1908, NAR has grown from its original nucleus of 120 members to 1.4 million today. NAR is composed of REALTORS® who are involved in residential and commercial real estate as brokers, salespeople, property managers, appraisers, counselors, and others who are engaged in all aspects of the real estate industry. Members belong to one or more of 1,400 local associations/boards and 54 state and territory associations of REALTORS® and can join one of our many institutes, societies, and councils. Additionally, NAR offers members the opportunity to be active in our appraisal and international real estate specialty sections. REALTORS® are pledged to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Working for America's property owners, the National Association of REALTORS® provides a facility for professional development, research, and exchange of information among its members. Check out the That's Who We R consumer advertising campaign that encourage consumers to rely on the expertise and integrity of REALTORS®. The NAR advertising campaign runs on television, radio, in print, and online, helping consumers understand the real value of working with REALTORS®. From their voluntary adherence to a Code of Ethics to their incomparable knowledge of real estate processes, REALTORS® are the experts of residential and commercial property transactions. How do I find a REALTOR®? To find a REALTOR® in your local market, or other markets around the globe, visit the online REALTOR® directory: nar.realtor/findarealtor. 7 Reasons to Work with a REALTOR® REALTORS® aren’t just agents. They’re professionals who subscribe to NAR's strict code of ethics. Read and share the REALTOR® difference. Advertisement Headquarters 430 N. Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60611-4087 800-874-6500 DC Office 500 New Jersey Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20001-2020 202-383-1000 Newsletters Careers Advertise Reprints Additional Resources for Members & the Public Privacy Policy Accessibility Terms of Use Translate Contact Us 1.800.874.6500 Live Chat Member Support is available Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm Central Follow Us Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter YouTube more © 2021 National Association of REALTORS®. All Rights Reserved. NAR's exclusive top-level domain. (link is external) Feedback