In CREA enforcement, loss of membership and MLS access is a consequence of violating the REALTOR code; which entity enforces this?

• A. Professional associations and boards
• B. The civil court system
• C. Federal government
• D. International bodies

Answer: (A)

Ethics enforcement for REALTORS is handled by professional associations and boards. These bodies oversee membership, administer the Code of Ethics, and have the authority to investigate violations and impose sanctions, including suspension or loss of membership and removal of MLS access. MLS access is tied to active board membership, so losing that membership directly results in losing MLS privileges. The civil court system handles lawsuits or claims but does not administer REALTOR ethics or govern MLS access, and federal government or international bodies do not manage CREA’s enforcement.