Major difference between an agent and a realtor

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A real estate agent and a realtor means different status though in most cases a licensed real estate agent and realtor might be used interchangeably. The fact is that not every real estate agent is a realtor. The major difference is that a real estate agent can become a realtor if the person is a member of the National association of Realtors

As a realtor one promises to uphold the Code of Ethics of the association. The members are expected to hold each other accountable when it comes to delivering of service's to the public, and others. They are to give top notch service always.