PHOTO: WG Friendship Plaza in Suva
When the term “real estate agent” is mentioned, a whole range of stereotyped opinions rush into the average buyers head.
In a few cases the warnings these images flag are worth considering.
It is always sensible to be careful and seek information when you first start dealing with a new agent, but in doing this keep an open mind.
Real estate agents and their salespeople are bound by the Real Estate Agents Act 2006 and a soon to be released code of ethics.
The Real Estate Licensing Board (RealB) is the overall controller of the activities of all real estate agents and their salespeople in Fiji.
It is a requirement that the REALB establishes the worthiness of applicants before approving and issuing licences.
Real Estate salespeople have an annual renewal requirement while agents can chose an annual or five year term.
The REALB ensures that the salespeople and agents have conducted themselves properly and operated within the terms of the Act before renewing licences.
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