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Steps to become a Real State Broker

The Real Estate Broker

The role of the real estate broker is essentially to act as an intermediary between a buyer and a seller, so that the transaction is conducted fairly between the two parties. The broker should perfectly know how to guide, to advise and to reassure its clients in a professional manner throughout the process of buying or selling property. In order to achieve these results, the broker must master several skills prescribed by the OACIQ. Moreover, the broker must minimally possess one of two official languages (both spoken and written) and some knowledge in mathematics and computer science.

Bill 73 : Real Estate Brokerage Act in Quebec

On May 1rst 2010, enter the new Law on Real Estate Brokerage Act in Quebec who wants to be the fruit of a long reflection in which several agents and realtors have been consulted through forums. Nearly 20 years without any major changes, the new law now contains few of the agent and broker’s recommendations, in addition to several other significant changes.
Here are some of the major changes emanating from the reform of the law on real estate brokerage:

The conditions of the OACIQ’s license

Training to become a real estate broker is no longer necessary. However, OACIQ strongly recommends you to follow a course in one of the institutions offering it. A competency framework that must be mastered in the real estate brokerage has been developed by the OACIQ in order to guide the future brokers before attempt the exam, but also in the context of their future duties. The evaluation is based on fictitious scenarios that represent the daily brokers’ reality. No note emanates from the competency examination. However, it is automatically failed if at least one of the answers listed endangers the transaction (i.e.: use of a wrong form, wrong law reference or reverse one or more stages). Calculation errors are not considered as endanger the transaction, so they can’t defeat the examination. If a person wishes to take the exam in English, he must demonstrate that it knows the French language at a level equal to a third year of high school. Finally, besides the examination, the future broker will need a broker statement by an agency director. Criminal background verification and a fee are needed for the issuance of the permit.

Training Establishments

In Quebec, more than twenty institutions offer the new training in real estate brokerage. Consult the list of all these institutions by clicking here.

A.E.C. - Residential Real Estate Brokerage (training type)

Between 390 - 570 hours

Training available:

Rates :

Full program (11 courses):

Become a Sutton Real Estate Broker

Increased visibility

Each real estate broker has a free email address and web page, allowing real estate brokers to promote themselves through the fastest communication medium today - the Internet. In addition, this system places thousands of properties for sale online - simplifying the process for buyers who can view their future homes. Listings have become integral parts of our web site as part of a win-win system. The public wins because they can fully explore their options in the real estate industry before contacting a real estate broker, while the realtor takes advantage of the system to promote properties to an as-never-seen-before boundless clientele. Very aware of this current techno-environment, Sutton supports its online visibility through its lawn signs displaying the corporate web address. This incredible visibility provides buyers and sellers unique market positioning ... which forms the unique Sutton clientele.

Continuing education

With the dynamic and ever-changing real estate market, our newest initiative, Sutton University has been developed. This project aims to keep all associates up-to-date with current sales and marketing techniques and technological trends. By combining technology with training, the Sutton Realtor is better prepared to face the demands of an industry in constant development.

Well @connected

The network of online references allows Sutton to bring real estate brokers and potential clients together from all corners of the world. Using cutting-edge technology, the demands of the client are directly brought forward to the Realtors. Thanks to its outstanding resources, the Sutton referral network is in a position to offer a myriad of choices to the customer, while leaving a solid mark on the company's image. The long-term benefits of developing and maintaining this vast database are boundless.

Solid foundation

Always in support of technology, Sutton has never lost sight of its philosophy responsible for its phenomenal growth over the past 13 years. The Sutton system was developed to attract a wide variety of professionals for whom the freedom to choose and profit from our services is indispensable. Even if Sutton offers all the products of a complete service, all associates have the latitude to select the services that meet their budgetary or specific requirements. Sutton's prosperous history, combined with its numerous Realtors, has undoubtedly proved the efficiency of our system.

Positioning

Through the Internet, the undisputed worldwide communication medium, Sutton has leapt into the 21st century with marked success. Innovative corporate marketing strategies continue to create unique opportunities for its members. Exclusive financial products and an vast distribution network will guarantee ultimate success.

With cutting-edge technology and the necessary support, Sutton Realtors will be able to effectively answer all of today's consumer's needs. Never forgetting that customers are Sutton's ultimate asset and building solid industry alliances, Sutton will continue to revolutionize the industry.

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