Missives that disclose race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity are risky for buyer’s agents and listing agents.
Source: Inman News
How buyer love letters can land agents in ethics trouble
Published in Agent, Barbara Betts, buyer love letters, code of ethics, discrimination, ethics, fair housing, katie johnson, MLS & Associations, NAR, national association of realtors, Realtor Code of Ethics and Select
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