Connecticut Real Estate Agent: What’s the Difference Between Realtors and Real Estate Agents?

How is a Realtor different from a real estate agent? While a Realtor can be a real estate agent, a real estate agent might not be a Realtor. A Realtor is required to take a state test to earn their certification. Additionally, they’re held to higher standards of ethics and practice. Watch this video to learn more.

ABOUT:
I have always loved real estate, but not how the business of real estate worked. After five successful years in the business I realized it was time to change how consumers experience the entire real estate transaction. With that in mind, “The Around Town Team” was born. Our focus is simple: provide honest and timely service, superior and tangible marketing, and always guide our clients based upon real-time data and statistics. It is our sincere hope that this transparent approach will bring a sense of calm and clarity to the closing table.
Education and Training
I received my B.A. in Politics and Speech Communication from Ithaca College and earned my Masters in Public Administration from the Rockefeller School at SUNY Albany. I am of course a fully licensed real estate agent in the state of Connecticut and a proud card-carrying member of the National Association of Realtors, Connecticut Association of Realtors, and the Newtown Board of Realtors. My network of Realtors expands throughout the United State enabling us to place you with capable professional in the event that we can not serve you directly.

Andy Sachs
The Around Town Team
Newtown, Connecticut
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TRANSCRIPTION:
Today, I want to touch upon the difference between Realtors and real estate agents. A Realtor is a real estate agent, but a real estate agent might not be a Realtor. Here’s why.

A Realtor is held to a higher standard of ethics and practice. They’re also members of the National Association of Realtors and, likewise, the local Realtor boards. They have passed a test to become registered within their state.

Working with a licensed Realtor offers more benefits compared to your average real estate agent. Realtors are held to be more accountable, receive more training, and understand updated regulations to better serve clients. Be careful when you’re shopping around for a real estate agent. Make sure they’re also a Realtor!

If you have any questions about this topic or more, I’m available by phone or email. I’d be happy to help you!