Why a REALTOR®

The REALTOR^® Difference

However, not every licensed or registered broker or salesperson is a REALTOR^®. To be a REALTOR^®, the agent must be a member of The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). And to be a member of CREA, an agent is expected to be:

• Committed to the REALTOR^® Code: The code is the accepted standard of conduct for all real estate practitioners who are REALTORS^®. It’s your guarantee of professional conduct and the quality service. Read more about the REALTOR^® Code.
• Knowledgeable about developments in real estate: A REALTOR^® can get you the information needed to make an informed decision: comparable prices, neighborhood trends, housing market conditions and more.
• Actively updating education: Through courses, workshops and other professional development, a REALTOR^® maintains a high level of current knowledge about real estate.
• Access: REALTORS^® have access to Board MLS^® Systems, which facilitate the cooperate sale of properties to benefit consumers.

Benefits of a REALTOR^®

Whether buying or selling a home, you can trust that your REALTOR^® will ensure the transaction is completed competently and professionally. You don’t have to worry about the details – your REALTOR^® can take care of them for you. You can get advice from someone with an intimate knowledge of the local housing market. And you can count on the help of a professional who has committed to serve with integrity and competence.