New REALTORS®

‘Tis the Season… to Test for Radon

Radon gas isn’t a new issue for REALTORS®, but during this time of the year it gains importance as fall and winter are the ideal seasons to test for radon. Understanding and helping mitigate radon risks is more than just a professional responsibility for REALTORS®, it’s also an opportunity to provide clients with valuable information

Mental Health Awareness Month: Navigating the Stressful World of Real Estate

Real estate professionals face unique problems and challenges in their everyday practice, from the uncertain housing market landscape, long work hours, and other stressors, each taking a toll on their mental and physical health. According to the findings of the survey on COVID-19 and mental health from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, one

Updated Online Anti-Money Laundering Course Now Available for REALTORS®

When the final report and recommendations from the Commission of Inquiry into Money Laundering in BC were released earlier this year, there was a clear theme: more can be done in BC when it comes to anti-money laundering.  So, to help REALTORS® better understand anti-money laundering reporting and compliance requirements from the Financial Transactions and

New Video Explains the Fee for Service Retainer Agreement Form to Consumers

BCREA has created a new video to help REALTORS® explain the Fee for Service Retainer Agreement form to consumers. This form is used by consumers to hire a brokerage to provide specific services tailored to their needs.  [iframe width=”560″ height=”315″ src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/bABvXnWPc0k” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen style=”position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;” ][/iframe] This video explains when to use the Fee for Service

Get to Know BCREA Government Relations: The Voice of BC’s REALTORS®

When there are more than 23,000 REALTORS® in British Columbia, having a collective, industry voice can be difficult. This is why BCREA has a dedicated Government Relations department to support BC Realtors. Sometimes, new Realtors overlook the importance of public policy related to the real estate industry, affecting the profession—especially now, when change has dawned

Latest Tutorial Videos for REALTORS® Explore Five Standard Forms

In BCREA’s latest release of tutorial videos for BC REALTORS®, we explore five key standard forms: These tutorial videos are intended to help Realtors better understand and use these common forms and feel confident in explaining these forms to their clients. Co-Listing – Joint Representation This video tutorial explores the Co-Listing – Joint Representation form,

BCREA’s 2021 Standard Forms Release Coming This Fall

This fall, BCREA will release 11 new standard forms, multiple clauses and revisions to a significant number of forms. The new forms will include First Nations Reserve Lands Leasehold Properties, Cancellation of Buyer Agency Exclusive Contracts, Property Disclosure Statement – Strata Properties – Bare Land Strata and more. New clauses will cover issues like transacting

New Video Explains the Co-Listing Form – Joint Representation to Clients

BCREA has created a new video to help REALTORS® explain the Co-Listing Form – Joint Representation to their clients. This form is used to amend a Listing Contract when the sellers want the property to be listed jointly by more than one brokerage. [iframe width=”560″ height=”315″ src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/hwy9fOsu7G0″ frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen style=”position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;” ][/iframe] This video explains the

PODCAST: A Guide to Getting Started as a REALTOR® (July 2021)

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On this month’s episode of Open House by BCREA, a panel of three BC Realtors, including host and managing broker Tony Joe, BCREA Director Ashley Smith, and Youth Professional Network chair Kate Philpott talk about getting started as a Realtor, along with tips and directions about how to fast-track a new career in real estate.

What Does It Take to Be a Practice-Ready REALTOR®?

By Katja Gallagher, Education Coordinator, BCREA BCREA needs your input concerning the unique needs and challenges of new REALTORS®. Complete our Practice-Ready REALTOR® survey for your chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card! BCREA has launched the Practice-Ready REALTOR® Research Project that seeks to identify opportunities to better support new entrants into the real

BCREA Video Series: Are You Ready for the June 1 FINTRAC Changes?

In case you haven’t heard, the Financial Transactions & Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) has introduced new and revised regulatory requirements that come into effect on June 1, 2021, that will impact your real estate practice and anti-money laundering obligations. To ensure you’re ready for these changes, BCREA has created a series of short

Three Highlights from Public Polling on BC’s Hot Market

In April’s episode of Open House by BCREA, our monthly podcast for REALTORS®, host Tony Joe and his guest, Research Co. president Mario Canseco, discussed the results of a recent public opinion survey which asked British Columbians about their thoughts on the current hot housing market. Their conversation – like the poll itself – covers

UPDATE: Learn Ten Things About LOTR in Under One Minute

Updated on May 12, 2021, to reflect that the Land Owner Transparency Registry is now publicly searchable. The Land Owner Transparency Registry, or LOTR, is a publicly accessible registry of information about individuals who have an indirect interest in land that is held through corporations, trusts and partnerships. Here are ten things REALTORS® can learn

New Video Explains Seller’s Disclosure of Material Latent Defects Form to Clients

BCREA has created a new video for REALTORS® to share with their clients to help explain the Seller’s Disclosure of Material Latent Defects form. This form allows a seller and their Realtor to disclose any known material latent defects prior to buyers making an offer. [iframe width=”560″ height=”315″ src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/hKLR_YXmGcI” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen style=”position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;” ][/iframe] The video