The independent Real Estate Agents Authority plays a key role in ensuring the quality and professionalism of the industry. It:
- provides an independent, fair and open complaints and disciplinary process.
- provides for new responsibilities for real estate agents including information that must be provided to consumers.
- has issued a Code of Professional Conduct and Client Care. This is a published code that those working in the real estate industry must follow and is a reference point for discipline.
- provides consumer information that will help guide you through the property buying and selling process.
- raises industry standards through industry entry requirements and continuing education.
- provides a searchable public register of licensees to enable you to make an informed decision when choosing the person to sell your property. You can:
- check whether the person you are considering dealing with is licenced
- find out how to contact them
- check the history of the person's licence
- check their recent disciplinary record.
