If a legal dispute arises between members or between members and their clients, ABoR offers an arbitration option that can be used in resolving complaints by members and the public. Our mediation services are a valuable alternative to costly litigation. ABoR's arbitration services help resolve contractual issues and questions that arise between members, between members and their clients, and, in some cases, between parties to a transaction brought about through the efforts of REALTORS^®.

• Arbitration Guidelines
• General Instructions for Arbitration Requests
• Outline of Procedure for Arbitration Hearing
• Arbitration Request and Agreement Form

ABoR hears complaints from members and the public about possible violations of the REALTOR^® Code of Ethics. Penalties for such violations could result in monetary fines, increased eduction requirements or even expulsion of membership.

• General Instructions for Filing Complaints
• Complaint Form - The form is in .pdf format which requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to view it. Click here if you need a free copy.
• Outline of Procedure for Ethics Hearing