Understanding Real Estate Titles in North Carolina: Agent vs. Broker vs. Broker-in-Charge vs. REALTOR®

Understanding Real Estate Titles in North Carolina: Agent vs. Broker vs. Broker-in-Charge vs. REALTOR®

In most states, the terms real estate agent and real estate broker have distinct meanings. A real estate agent is typically licensed to represent home buyers or sellers, while a broker holds a higher-level license, manages agents, and has prior experience in real estate.

However, North Carolina uses different terminology. In this state, a real estate broker refers to the professional most other states would call a real estate agent or salesperson.

For those at a higher level of responsibility, such as managing other brokers or overseeing transactions, the title is Broker-in-Charge (BIC), which is equivalent to what other states might call a real estate broker.

In summary:

  • Broker in Other States = Higher-level license, responsible for managing brokers.
  • Broker in North Carolina = Real estate agent in other states.
  • Broker-in-Charge = Higher-level license, responsible for managing brokers.

As an agent with Dalton Wade, you can use the "Broker" title if you are licensed in North Carolina.

In addition, if you are a paying member of NAR in Good Standing, you can use their REALTOR® as your title.

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