Keep your cool – Texas REALTORS®

September 01, 2023

Working with and competing against other REALTORS® is part of this business. That usually works out well for all parties. Occasionally, though, disputes arise and tempers flare. But use caution when communicating about a contentious situation. Article 15 of the Code of Ethics states: “REALTORS® shall not knowingly or recklessly make false or misleading statements about other real estate professionals, their businesses, or their business practices.”

The Code makes clear that all statements are bound by this rule, whether in person, in writing, through digital means, or by any other means.

Also use restraint before passing along comments other REALTORS® make about a competitor. Repeating or retransmitting false or misleading statements made by others is also prohibited.

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