Realtor vs real estate agent vs broker
By Kaspar Caldwell, REALTOR® · Reviewed
The difference between a REALTOR®, a real estate agent and a broker in Mississippi, and which one you need when you buy or sell.
Short answer
A real estate agent is anyone licensed to help buy or sell property. A broker holds a higher license and supervises agents. A REALTOR® is an agent or broker who belongs to the National Association of REALTORS® and follows its Code of Ethics.
Key takeaways
- All REALTORS® are licensed, but not all licensees are REALTORS®.
- In Mississippi, agents work under a supervising broker.
- Brokerage names must appear in ads.
Real estate agent (salesperson)
Licensed by the Mississippi Real Estate Commission after education and an exam. Must work under a licensed broker.
Broker
Has additional education and experience and can run a brokerage and supervise agents.
REALTOR®
A licensee who joins the National Association of REALTORS® and its local and state boards and agrees to its Code of Ethics. The term is a registered trademark.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kaspar Caldwell a REALTOR®?
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Yes. Kaspar Caldwell is a licensed REALTOR® (License # S-62291) with Keller Williams in Tupelo.