Code of Ethics

The MNAR administers enforcement of the REALTORS^® Code of Ethics for the entire state of Minnesota. It is the Code of Ethics that separates REALTORS^® from other licensees and we take enforcement of the Code very seriously.

Two types of hearings occur: ethics review and arbitrations (commission disputes). Scroll down for information on how to file an ethics complaint or click here to file an arbitration request. Alleged ethics violations can be filed by both REALTORS^® and the public. Hearing panels, made up of REALTORS^®, have disciplinary powers that include censorship, fines, suspensions and expulsion from membership. Arbitration of commission/fee disputes by a panel of REALTOR^® peers allows us to resolve those matters out of the public eye.

The MNAR conducts an annual training session for hearing panel members. By centralizing training and hearing administration at the state association, we can provide more consistent decision making and minimize local competitive pressures among the parties and panel

How to File an Ethics Complaint

Any person having reason to believe that a member is guilty of any unethical conduct subject to disciplinary action may file a complaint in writing with the Minnesota Association of REALTORS^®.

• Complete form #E-1 (Ethics Complaint) - making sure that you sign and date the form.
• Attache a written summary of the situation and any documentation (such as listing agreements, purchase agreements, buyer contracts or disclosure forms) which support your complaint.
• Complaints must be filed within 180 days of when the facts constituting the matter complained of could have been known in the exercise of reasonable diligence.
• Include 1 copy of the complaint form and all attachments.

For complete details on the ethics complaint process, click here.