REALTOR® Trademark Notice - Shaquia Peace, Realtor®

Last updated: November 24, 2025

The terms REALTOR®, REALTORS®, and the REALTOR® block “R” logo are federally registered collective membership marks owned exclusively by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). These marks identify real estate professionals who are members of NAR and who subscribe to its strict Code of Ethics.

This page outlines how these marks are used on shaquiapeace.com and explains your rights and expectations as a consumer interacting with a licensed REALTOR®.

1. Use of the REALTOR® Trademark on This Website

Throughout this Website, the term REALTOR® is used to accurately identify Shaquia Peace as:

• A licensed real estate professional
• An active member of the National Association of REALTORS®
• A professional who abides by the REALTOR® Code of Ethics
• A practitioner held to higher standards than non-member real estate agents

The REALTOR® trademarks are used properly, lawfully, and only in reference to membership status, never as a job title or business name.

2. Proper Trademark Usage

In accordance with NAR’s trademark rules:

• REALTOR® is always displayed in all capital letters.
• The ® symbol appears at least once per page, typically on first or prominent usage.
• REALTOR® is not used to describe a business, team, or real estate company.
• REALTOR® is used only to identify Shaquia Peace’s membership status with NAR.

Examples of Proper Use on This Website:

✔ “Shaquia Peace, REALTOR®”
✔ “Shaquia Peace is a licensed REALTOR® serving the DMV area.”
✔ “As a REALTOR®, I adhere to the Code of Ethics.”

Examples of Improper Usage (not used here):

✘ “Bowie Realtor Team”
✘ “DMV’s #1 Realtor Agency”
✘ “Realtor Services of Maryland”

These improper uses are never used on this Website.

3. REALTOR® vs. Real Estate Agent

The term real estate agent is a job title.

The term REALTOR® is a membership designation.

All REALTORS® are licensed real estate agents, but not all licensed real estate agents are REALTORS®.

As a REALTOR®, Shaquia Peace commits to:

• Upholding NAR’s Code of Ethics
• Continuing education
• Higher professional standards
• Fair and ethical treatment of all clients

This distinction ensures you receive a higher standard of service.

4. Ownership of the REALTOR® Marks

The following marks are the exclusive property of the National Association of REALTORS®:

• REALTOR®
• REALTORS®
  REALTOR® Logo
• REALTOR® Block “R” Design

These marks cannot be used by individuals, companies, or organizations that are not members of NAR or who have not paid dues and maintained active membership.

Use of these marks on this Website is authorized and properly regulated.

5. Use of Third-Party Trademarks

Names, logos, and trademarks of:

• Brokerage firms
• MLS systems
• Industry partners
• Real estate brands
• Technology platforms

…are used only to identify the services they provide and remain the property of their respective owners.

All such uses are considered fair use for informational and identification purposes.

6. Questions About Trademark Use

If you have questions or concerns regarding the use of the REALTOR® trademark on this Website, please contact:

📧 realtor@shaquiapeace.com

📞 +1 703-675-4831

🏢 Serving Washington D.C., Maryland & Virginia (DMV Area)

For more information about the REALTOR® trademark, please visit:  The National Association of REALTORS® — www.nar.realtor

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