Become a REALTOR®

A REALTOR® is a unique person, possessing the right mix of people skills, business savvy and dedication to make it in a demanding, competitive industry. If you have what it takes, real estate can be an incredibly rewarding career, both personally and financially.

Do you have the right personality to be a REALTOR®? 

It’s a career that works well for people who:

  • Appreciate being rewarded in direct proportion to their effort
  • Are confident and positive, with good listening skills and excellent communication abilities
  • Want to set their own schedule and be their own boss
  • Are willing to work flexible hours
  • Put their clients' needs first

How to become a REALTOR®

To become a licensed REALTOR®, you must:

  • Successfully complete the courses from your provincial real estate association or council
  • Submit an application to your provincial licensing body, along with sponsorship from a licensed real estate broker (essentially an offer of employment)
  • Maintain your license by completing additional courses as required by the province

Select your province for specific details on requirements that apply to you:

British Columbia
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Ontario
Quebec
New Brunswick
Prince Edward Island
Nova Scotia
Newfoundland/Labrador


Click below to complete our free Personal Orientation ProfileTM to find out if a real estate career at Royal LePage is right for you. Upon completion of this interactive assessment, you will receive a report with useful career management feedback, more information on the benefits of becoming a Royal LePage REALTOR® and contact information for a Royal LePage Broker in your area.