1. Introduction
Danva Urban Real Estate (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to conducting business in full compliance with all applicable antitrust and competition laws. We recognize that fair competition is essential to maintaining a healthy real estate market and ensuring trust among clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
This Antitrust Policy outlines our commitment to complying with federal and state antitrust laws, particularly the Sherman Act, Clayton Act, Federal Trade Commission Act, and Florida Antitrust Act of 1980, and provides guidelines to prevent anti-competitive practices.
2. Scope
This policy applies to all employees, agents, brokers, executives, contractors, and business partners associated with Danva Urban Real Estate.
3. Prohibited Conduct
We strictly prohibit any agreements, behaviors, or practices that could violate antitrust laws, including but not limited to:
A. Price-Fixing
- We will not coordinate or agree with competitors to set, stabilize, or manipulate real estate prices, commissions, or fees.
- All pricing decisions must be made independently and in response to market conditions.
B. Market Allocation
- We will not enter into agreements with competitors to divide or allocate markets, customers, territories, or property listings.
- Employees, brokers, and agents must compete fairly and independently in all geographic areas.
C. Bid-Rigging
- Any coordination with competitors to manipulate or predetermine bidding outcomes is strictly prohibited.
- All bidding and proposal submissions must be conducted in a competitive and transparent manner.
D. Group Boycotts
- We will not participate in agreements to refuse to deal with certain competitors, clients, vendors, or service providers to restrain competition.
- Business relationships should be formed based on legitimate business interests, not anti-competitive strategies.
E. Tying Arrangements
- We will not require a client to purchase one service or product as a condition of obtaining another service.
- Clients must have the freedom to choose their preferred real estate services without restrictions.
F. Sharing Competitive Information
- Employees, brokers, and agents must not discuss or share sensitive competitive information (e.g., pricing, commission structures, client lists, business strategies) with competitors.
- Trade associations and industry events should not be used to engage in anti-competitive discussions.
4. Compliance and Reporting
A. Training and Awareness
- Danva Urban Real Estate will provide periodic training to employees, brokers, and agents on antitrust laws and this policy.
- All personnel are expected to understand and comply with this policy in their daily business operations.
B. Reporting Violations
- Any employee or business partner who becomes aware of potential antitrust violations must report them immediately to the Compliance Officer or Legal Department at [Insert Contact Email/Phone].
- Reports may be made anonymously and without fear of retaliation.
C. Investigations and Enforcement
- All reports of suspected antitrust violations will be promptly and thoroughly investigated.
- Any individual found to have engaged in anti-competitive practices may face disciplinary action, including termination of employment or business relationships.
- Danva Urban Real Estate will cooperate fully with regulatory authorities in any antitrust investigations.
5. Consequences of Violations
Violations of antitrust laws can result in severe penalties, including:
- Civil and criminal fines for individuals and the company.
- Imprisonment for individuals involved in serious violations.
- Lawsuits from affected parties, including competitors and clients.
- Reputational damage and loss of business opportunities.
6. Commitment to Fair Competition
Danva Urban Real Estate is committed to fair competition and ethical business practices. By following this policy, we ensure that our company operates with integrity, complies with the law, and maintains a strong reputation in the real estate industry.