https://www.nar.realtor/code-of-ethics-and-arbitration-manual/pathways-to-professionalism

BOLDED professionalism pathway statements are often the basis for the public filing ethics complaints, calling SCR to complain, calling your BIC to complain, filing license law complaints, filing lawsuits, calling you to complain, post bad reviews of you on social media, not giving you referrals or repeat business, etc.

Respect for Property

  1. Be responsible for everyone you allow to enter listed property.
  2. Never allow buyers/workers/contractors/friends/neighbors to enter listed property unaccompanied.
  3. When showing property, keep all members of the group together.
  4. Never allow unaccompanied access to property without permission.
  5. Enter property only with permission even if you have a lockbox key or combination.
  6. When the occupant is absent, leave the property as you found it (lights, heating, cooling, drapes, etc.) If you think something is amiss (e.g. vandalism), contact the listing broker immediately.
  7. Be considerate of the seller’s property. Do not allow anyone to eat, drink, smoke, dispose of trash, use bathing or sleeping facilities, or bring pets. Leave the house as you found it unless instructed otherwise.
  8. Use sidewalks; if weather is bad, take off shoes and boots inside property.
  9. Respect sellers’ instructions about photographing or videographing their properties’ interiors or exteriors.

Posted by: Byron King on 07/25/19 (This information is only accurate as of 07/25/19. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 07/25/19 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org)