Gainesville-Alachua County
Association of REALTORS
®
, Inc.
1750 NW 80
th
Boulevard * Gainesville, Florida 32606
Telephone: (352) 332-8850 * Fax: (352) 331-7911
E-mail: khiggins@gacar.com * Website: www.GACAR.com
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TO: Fellow Realtor® Member
FROM: Gainesville-Alachua County Association of REALTORS®
RE: Universal Access to Services
Welcome to the Gainesville-Alachua County area. We appreciate your visiting our area and are happy to provide
you with access to our lockboxes through the NAR Universal Access to Services policy. Please note there is a one
time fee of $25.00 access fee to complete your request. Prior to obtaining this access, we would like to remind
you of the following:
1) While you will be granted access our Association’s lockboxes, because you are not a member of the
Gainesville Multiple Listing Service, there is no unilateral offer of compensation. In order for you to
receive compensation, you must either (a) contact the listing broker to negotiate your commission, or,
(b) have your company join our multiple listing service.
2) As a REALTOR® you are subject to the REALTOR® Code of Ethics and are reminded of Article 16 which
prohibits direct contact with the seller.
3) You may not show any property without contacting the listing agent or listing broker. When using your
keypad to access a lockbox, your information will be stored in the lockbox and emailed to the listing
agent/broker. Therefore, you may be contacted by the listing agent/broker for feedback.
Again, thank you for visiting our area. Please sign below acknowledging that you agree to the above and will
conduct yourself in accordance with our Association Policies.
I am a member in good standing of the
Association of REALTORS®.
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Name (print) Signature Date
Phone_____________________ Email_________________________________
E-key/ Actve Key Serial # PIN#
*
For the fastest service, send in your forms and give us a call at 352-332-8850 to process your access fee.
NRDS#________________________
* Serial Numbers can be found on the BACK of your "Active Key" or on the TOP of the Home Screen of your E-key
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Pa
thways to Professionalism
While the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of REALTORS
, establishes
objective, enforceable ethical standards governing the professional conduct of REALTORS
, it does not address
issues of courtesy or etiquette. Based on input from many sources, the Professional Conduct Working Group of the
Professional Standards Committee developed the following list of professional courtesies for use by REALTORS
on
a voluntary basis. This list is not all-inclusive.
Respect for the Public
1) Follow the “Golden Rule” – Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.
2) Respond promptly to inquiries and requests for information.
3) Schedule appointments and showings as far in advance as possible.
4) Call if you are delayed or must cancel an appointment or showing.
5) If a prospective buyer decides not to view an occupied home, promptly explain the situation to the listing
broker or the occupant.
6) Communicate with all parties in a timely fashion.
7) When entering a property, ensure that unexpected situations, such as pets, are handled appropriately.
8) Leave your business card if not prohibited by local rules.
9) Never criticize property in the presence of the occupant.
10) Inform occupants that you are leaving after showings.
11) When showing an occupied home, always ring the doorbell or knock and announce yourself loudly
before entering. Knock and announce yourself loudly before entering any closed room.
12) Present a professional appearance at all times; dress appropriately and drive a clean car.
13) If occupants are home during showings, ask their permission before using the telephone or bathroom.
14) Encourage the clients of other brokers to direct questions to their agent or representative.
15) Communicate clearly; don’t use jargon or slang that may not be readily understood
.
16) Be
aware of and respect cultural differences.
17) Show courtesy and respect to everyone.
18) Be aware of and meet all deadlines.
19) Promise only what you can deliver and keep your promises.
20) Identify your REALTOR® and your professional status in contacts with the public.
21) Do not tell people what you think tell them what you know.
Respect for Property
1) Be responsible for everyone you allow to enter listed property.
2) Never allow buyers 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.
Respect for Peers
1) Identify your REALTOR and professional status in all contacts with other REALTORS.
2) Respond to other agents’ calls, faxes, and e-mails promptly and courteously.
3) Be aware that large electronic files with attachments or lengthy faxes may be a burden on recipients.
4) Notify the listing broker if there appears to be inaccurate information on the listing.
5) Share important information about a property, including the presence of pets; security systems; and
whether sellers will be present during the showing.
6) Call listing agent/office with any problems related to the showing.
7) Show courtesy, trust and respect to other real estate professionals.
8) Avoid the inappropriate use of endearments or other denigrating language.
9) Do not prospect at other REALTORS®’ open houses or similar events.
10) Return keys promptly.
11) Carefully replace keys in the lockbox after showings.
12) To be successful in the business, mutual respect is essential.
13) Real estate is a reputation business. What you do today may affect your reputation and business for
years to come.
CREDIT CARD AUTHORIZATION FORM
GAINESVILLE-ALACHUA COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
GAINESVILLE MLS
(352) 332-8850
FAX (352) 331-7911
GACAR
AMOUNT
VISA
MC
AMEX
Supra Cooperating Key Fee
I AUTHORIZE THE GAINESVILLE-ALACHUA COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF
REATORS / GAINESVILLE MLS TO CHARGE MY CREDIT CARD ACCOUNT
IN THE AMOUNT OF $_25.00__
FOR THE PURPOSE(S) INDICATED ABOVE.
CREDIT CARD #__________-__________-__________-_________EXP_____/_____
NAME ON CARD________________________________________________________
BILLING ADDRESS FOR CREDIT CARD ACCOUNT
________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________ ZIP __________________
Email:__________________________________________________________________
SIGNATURE______________________________________DATE_____/_____/_____
$25.00
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