What is a REALTOR®? The word REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark that identifies an individual as a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). When an individual member joins the Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS® (NVAR), he or she is agreeing as a condition of membership to follow the rules that govern members' professional conduct.

These rules include, but are not limited to, the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of REALTORS®, NVAR Entrycard Rules and Regulations that govern the use of the lockbox system, and NVAR Bylaws.

As a voluntary trade association, NVAR develops and maintains rules that go beyond the minimum standards required by law. NVAR members are committed to working together to create a higher standard of integrity and service for the industry.