REALTOR® Promise

A REALTOR® is a licensed real estate agent or broker who is bound to a strict REALTOR® Code of Ethics by becoming a member of an association such as the Greater Springfield Board of REALTORS®. The Code of Ethics sets forth standards of conduct and professional integrity that are the hallmark of GSBOR and those who call themselves REALTORS®.

In order to meet their obligations to clients, customers, the public and each other, REALTORS® pledge to:

Protect the individual right of real estate ownership and to widen the opportunity to enjoy it.
Be honorable and honest in all dealings.
Provide abundant representation of clients through increased education.
Act fairly towards all, in the spirit of the Golden Rule.
Serve well the community and country.
Observe the REALTORS® Code of Ethics and conform conduct to its lofty ideals.

To learn about the process for filing a grievance please contact Sylvia Derks, Executive Assistant at SDerks@gsbor.com or you may call 417-883-1226 ext. 112.