What is the difference between a licensed salesperson, an associate broker and a Realtor in Canton?

A licensed salesperson in Canton holds a basic Georgia Real Estate Commission license and works under a supervising broker, while an associate broker has completed additional education and experience requirements but still typically operates under a firm rather than running their own brokerage. Realtor is a separate designation entirely, meaning the person belongs to the National Association of Realtors and follows its code of ethics, usually through the Georgia Association of Realtors. All three can represent buyers or sellers, but the credentials aren't interchangeable.