The REALTOR® Association of the Fox Valley, Inc. provides mediation services to REALTORS® seeking an alternative method to arbirtration in resolving contractual disputes arising out of real estate transactions. Mediation forms are available by calling the REALTOR® Association of the Fox Valley.

Even REALTORS® who are committed to high standards of conduct occasionally have honest business disputes with other professionals, clients, or customers. There is an ongoing need for efficient and economical mechanisms to resolve such disputes. Arbitration is valuable, but mediation is simpler and easier.

What is mediation?
"The act or process of mediating; intervention between conflicting parties to promote reconciliation, settlement, or compromise." - Webster's Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary

Why use mediation?
Low or no cost, little delay, win/win outcome, collaborative, maximum range of solutions and mediation improves relationships.

The key features of mediation are voluntary private process with a neutral/impartial mediator. Mediation is less formal than an arbitration hearing, and can be terminated by either party at any time during the mediation conference.

If and when you need to file a Request for Arbitration, call the Association Office and ask about Mediation - The Alternative to Arbitration.