63101 - Real estate agents and salespersons
Broad Occupation Category
6 – Sales and service occupations
TEER
2
Major Group
63 – Occupations in personal service
Sub-major Group
631 – Insurance, real estate and financial sales occupations
Minor Group
6310 – Insurance, real estate and financial sales occupations
Main Duties
Real estate agents and salespersons perform some or all of the following duties:
- Solicit property sales listings from prospective vendors
- Assist vendors in selling property by establishing a target price and advertising the property
- Assist prospective buyers in selecting, visiting, inspecting, and making offers on properties
- Advise clients on market conditions, prices, mortgages, and legal requirements
- Draw up sales agreements and coordinate with legal and financial institutions
Employment Requirements
These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:
- Completion of secondary school is required
- Completion of a real estate training course is mandatory
- Provincial or territorial licensure is required to practice
- Strong sales, negotiation, and networking skills are essential
Real Estate Agents and Salespersons Salary Prospects
Community/Area
Low ($/hour)
Median ($/hour)
High ($/hour)
Community/AreaCanada
Low ($/hour)18.00
Median ($/hour)28.50
High ($/hour)65.00+
Community/AreaAlberta
Low ($/hour)19.00
Median ($/hour)30.00
High ($/hour)70.00+
Community/AreaBritish Columbia
Low ($/hour)20.00
Median ($/hour)32.00
High ($/hour)75.00+
Community/AreaOntario
Low ($/hour)18.50
Median ($/hour)31.00
High ($/hour)72.00+
Community/AreaQuebec
Low ($/hour)17.50
Median ($/hour)26.00
High ($/hour)55.00+
Community/AreaManitoba
Low ($/hour)16.50
Median ($/hour)24.00
High ($/hour)45.00+
Community/AreaNova Scotia
Low ($/hour)16.00
Median ($/hour)23.00
High ($/hour)40.00+
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