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What is a REALTOR®?

By Bob Walsmith Jr.2022 PresidentSanta Barbara Association of Realtors According to Webster’s Dictionary, a Realtor is defined as, “a person who acts

What is a REALTOR®?

By Bob Walsmith Jr.
2022 President
Santa Barbara Association of Realtors

According to Webster's Dictionary, a Realtor is defined as, “a person who acts as an agent for the sale and purchase of buildings and land; a real estate agent.

However, to be called a Realtor®, one must be a licensed real estate salesperson who belongs to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), the largest trade group in the country. Every agent is not a REALTOR®, but most are.