Real Estate Standards

Accredited Management Organization (AMO)
An Accredited Management Organization (AMO) is a prestigious designation awarded to property management firms by the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM). This credential recognizes firms that meet high ethical and operational standards.
BOMA (Building Owners and Managers Association)
BOMA, also known as the Building Owners and Managers Association, is a professional association that represents the interests of the commercial real estate industry through a range of services, advocacy, standards, and educational programs.
National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) is a professional association dedicated to promoting professionalism, ethics, and standards in real estate activities. With over 1.3 million members, the NAR is a prominent organization within the real estate industry.
National Society of Real Estate Appraisers (NSREA)
The National Society of Real Estate Appraisers (NSREA) is an affiliate of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers that offers professional designations such as RA, CRA, and MREA. The organization is dedicated to maintaining a high standard of professionalism and ethics in the field of real estate appraisals.

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