Mark your calendars! The annual CREB^® Golf Tournament is back and promises a day of camaraderie, competition, and connection on the lush greens of the exquisite Lynx Ridge Golf Club.

Few things are more annoying than having a 400-square-foot condo show up in your client’s search for 10+ acres of land. Fortunately, as a listing agent, you can help your fellow REALTORS^® by double-checking that the lot size has been left blank on your conventional condo listings.

Lead generation is a big part of our member’s business plan; whether through referrals, sign calls or tech tools, inquiries from new clients should go through a vetting process. This not only helps meet client needs and manage your time and resources effectively, but it can also keep you safe.

After the recent by-election, CREB^®’s Board Development and Leadership Standing Committee (BDLSC) conducted a comprehensive review. Recognizing the importance of transparent governance and member engagement, the committee saw an opportunity to shed light on its purpose and highlight the requirements for serving on the board.

What we say matters. Words have a lasting impact and have the power to influence and cause harm. How you talk about the commission you receive, will receive, and have received needs to be considered carefully to remain compliant with the Competition Act.

Get ready to don your best western gear and join us for a good time at our Stampede event, Boots, Buckles & BBQ.

Join us on July 19 for the Economic Development Summit – Alberta and Texas, exploring economic development and real estate opportunities across borders. This full-day conference will feature speakers from the economic development community, ATB’s Chief economist, legal perspectives, and our own REALTOR^® community experts from both sides of the border.

Every convenience brings its own inconveniences along with it, and scheduling showings of a property is no different. The deadline to be ready for those incoming showing requests is when the listing status goes active. Think of it like a green light or a neon open sign. An active status communicates to all members and their clients that your listing is ready for business.

Calgary, a city known for its diversified economy, commitment to innovation, and high quality of life, experienced significant progress in 2022. 

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Diamond Gala, and congratulations to all those who received awards!

As REALTORS^®, you understand the value of a strong community and its impact on a neighbourhood's desirability. On June 17, Calgary residents will come together to celebrate and foster a sense of unity, goodwill, and connection within their communities.

CREB^® Member Practice has identified a trend in complaints and is offering tips to get members back on track with the CREB^® Rules. Each week we'll feature a different topic. Learn about what’s going on by reading our tips and integrating these practice requirements into your business.