Professional Standards

Arbitration

A formal due-process option for eligible monetary disputes, including certain commission disputes involving REALTOR® members.

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What arbitration decides

Arbitration determines entitlement to money in disputes that fall within the association’s authority. It is separate from an ethics complaint, which addresses conduct and discipline.

Common arbitration questions

  • Are the parties subject to mandatory or voluntary arbitration?
  • Is the dispute monetary and within the filing period?
  • Is the matter already in court or subject to another agreement?
  • Are the required deposits and documents included?

General process

File the request

Submit the arbitration complaint, narrative, documents and required deposit.

Jurisdiction review

PWR reviews whether the matter is eligible for association arbitration.

Hearing

A hearing panel considers testimony and evidence from the parties.

Award

The panel issues a written award according to applicable procedures.

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Ready to begin?

Start an arbitration request

Complete the secure online intake form. Your submission will be routed to PWR Professional Standards staff for review.