VARbuzz: Realtor of the Year deadline looms

You only have till August 1 to nominate yourself or someone you know to be Virginia’s 2012 Realtor^® of the Year, one of the highest honors a Virginia Realtor^® can receive.

Here’s what it takes to be Realtor^® of the Year, beyond making “proven contributions to the real estate industry through both personal and professional achievement and outstanding volunteerism.”

• Faithfulness to the principles of organized real estate
• Adherence to Virginia real estate laws and regulations
• Consummate professionalism and dedication to the REALTOR® Code of Ethics
• Facilitator of good and ethical real estate practice among other real estate brokers
• Advocacy on behalf of the real estate profession before media and the general public
• Service to fellow REALTORS® through local, state and national association work
• Civic activity and community involvement
• Commitment to continuing education and professional growth

Know someone who fits the bill? Tell us — and tell us quickly; nominations close soon.

Head over the varealtor.com/roty for more information and to submit a nomination!