How do you become a licensed real estate salesperson or broker in Ontario? It’s a question we’re asked a lot and so we decided to put together a handy guide to help you navigate the early steps of a career in real estate sales. With over 64,000 licensed real estate Brokers and Salespersons in the […]
Real estate guide for agents during the shutdown
There’s a state of emergency in Ontario due to the COVID-19 epidemic and, while it continues, this will have a notable effect on the way real estate agents operate. To help you adjust to these changes, here’s a handy guide for carrying out real estate transactions during the corona virus shutdowns. The first thing on […]
Thinking of becoming an Ontario Real Estate Agent?
Here are three reasons you should go for it. GTA REAL ESTATE – If you’ve been thinking about getting your Ontario real estate license, you’re definitely not alone. In fact, with more than 56,000 real estate sales representatives currently represented by the Toronto Real Estate Board, and an impressive array of new residential and commercial […]
Social Media for real estate agents – a beginner’s guide
Social media has become a key tool for real estate agents, playing a prominent part in acquiring business and strengthening their brand. But how do you use it to your advantage? We’ve put together a beginner’s guide to social media for real estate agents. In the modern world, social media is becoming an essential tool […]
6 Tips for a Successful Open House
When you’re looking to sell a home, an open house can be excellent way to showcase the property and find buyers. But how can you make the most of the opportunity and allow visitors to experience the full potential of the home? Here are five tips for a successful open house. 1. Make Some Space… […]
4 Ways to Retain Your Best Agents: Part 2
Last week we posted Part One of a listicle about what real estate agents are looking for in their brokers. We took to Reddit to find out the top four things that agents want, and then reached out to Kelvin Wong, Broker of Record at Living Realty, to weigh in about what his firm is […]
4 Ways to Retain Your Best Agents: Part 1
Attracting new talent to your firm is likely one of your top priorities, but what are agents really looking for from their brokerage? Instead of driving yourself crazy trying to be a mind-reader, we went straight to the source and found out what these agents on Reddit would want from their ideal firm. We then […]
Independent or big box? What to look for when you’re looking for a brokerage.
You’ve finally earned your real estate licence (or are well on the way to doing so) and you’re starting to think about finding a broker. With so many firms to choose from, the process can be intimidating. That’s why we’ve boiled it down to the top three things to think about when finding a broker […]
Career Tips: Selling New Homes and Pre-construction Homes
As Toronto and its surrounding communities continue to grow and intensify, more and more property buyers are now looking towards investing in a brand-new home. That focus shift isn’t just limited to first-time buyers – savvy investors and older buyers looking to downsize are also getting in on the action. As a result, new homes […]
Five tips to be a better Realtor
If you are a REALTOR® in the Greater Toronto Area then you have over 45,000 other Realtors potentially competing with you for business. So, what sets you apart? How can you show clients that you are the agent they need? Help yourself get to the top of the business with our tips to be a […]