Landlords play a crucial role in the rental market, balancing property management responsibilities with tenants' rights. Evictions, while often seen from a tenant’s perspective, also significantly impact landlords.

We are excited to introduce a new way for you to submit your questions to Member Practice. This online submission feature on CREB^®Link acts like a magic mailbox for inquiries about listing properties on the MLS® System and practice rules.

The process of ending a tenancy, whether a fixed-term lease or a periodic lease, can be troublesome if the property manager or owner is unaware of the termination rules. Both lease types have specific requirements to meet the qualifications of delivering a proper termination notice. 

As offers are being made and accepted daily, you might wonder when and how a sale should be reported. In this article, our CREB^® Member Practice team will provide tips on reporting conditional and unconditional sales on time to avoid being fined. 

When the REALTOR^® Cooperation Rule was harmonized for all Alberta REALTORS^® in January of 2024, it was clear that new construction listings were exempt.

Many of our members are noticing that properties listed on the MLS^® System are being independently advertised by non-listing agents on different platforms. 

When listing a property on the MLS^® System with a non-REALTOR^® agent, think of the following before activating the listing.

Law offices are approaching the last business day of June, which is traditionally the busiest closing day of the year. 

The CREB^® Member Practice team supports members facing negative experiences with other members. When issues related to the CREB^® Rules and REALTOR^® Code of Ethics arise, we inform members of their options for resolution.

Most of us have experienced those moments when someone's behaviour leaves us wondering, "How did this person even get licensed?" Whether it's REALTORS® going silent mid-conversation, agents avoiding commission payments, or associates trying to steal your clients, these situations can be incredibly frustrating.

CREB^® is aware that some members have received disturbing phone calls. These calls start with basic real estate questions but quickly turn inappropriate, often becoming sexually explicit. 

Lockbox etiquette shows respect to the listing agent, but also the seller. You want to take the necessary steps to keep their property safe and secure, and treating the lockboxes with care before, during and after showings is how you do that.