Overview
Real estate agents and salespersons act as agents for the sale or purchase of houses, apartments, commercial buildings, land and other real estate. They are employed in the real estate industry.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Solicit property sales listings from prospective vendors
Assist vendors in selling property by establishing asking price, advertising the property, listing the property with listing services and conducting open houses for prospective buyers
Assist prospective buyers in selecting, visiting, inspecting and making offers of purchase on real estate properties
Advise clients on market conditions, prices, mortgages, legal requirements and related matters
Draw up sales agreements for approval of purchaser and seller
May rent or lease properties on behalf of clients.
Real estate agents and salespersons may specialize in residential, commercial, industrial/institutional or rural real estate sales.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
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$58,400
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Job openings
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3,977expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Completion of secondary school is required.
Completion of a real estate training course is required.
Provincial or territorial licensure in the province or territory of employment is required.
Additional information
Real estate agents and salespersons normally work on a commission basis.
Real estate agents may operate independently by obtaining a broker's licence in accordance with the regulations of the province of employment. A broker's licence is required to become a manager in real estate.
Certification requirements
Mandatory: You need the following certification to practice as Real estate agents and salespersons in B.C.
- Real Estate Licensing through the BC Financial Services Authority - Real Estate Agents and Salespersons
Real Estate Licensing through the BC Financial Services Authority - Real Estate Agents and Salespersons
To work as a real estate professional assisting consumers in buying, selling, or leasing property in B.C, you must be licensed to provide trading services (real estate sales) through the BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA). Eligibility is achieved through completion of the Real Estate Trading Services Licensing course and beginning the Applied Practical course.
Employment as a real estate service manager may additionally require several years of related work experience.
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
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