The Real Estate Council of Alberta is
the independent governing authority that
sets, regulates and enforces standards for
real estate brokerage, mortgage brokerage,
property management and real estate
appraisal professionals in Alberta.

Buying and Selling

Buying or selling property means you'll be making a lot of important decisions. A skilled real estate professional working on your behalf can help you every step of the way, but it’s also good to prepare yourself for the process. Check out RECA’s consumer guides, tips, and find out more about working with licensed real estate, mortgage brokerage, and real estate appraisal professionals.

Guide to the Residential Measurement Standard in Alberta now available

All real estate professionals must use the Residential Measurement Standard (RMS) when measuring residential properties in Alberta. Having a standard gives consumers and industry professionals accurate and consistent property measurements, which they can use to compare properties and determine their suitability.

The Guide to the Residential Measurement Standard in Alberta is available as a resource for real estate professionals.

Raising the bar

The Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) offers flexible, engaging education programs for learners in all four industry sectors. These programs provide the regulatory foundation and practice elements that serve industry professionals. RECA is committed to pre-licensing education programs that prepare learners to work competently, ethically and professionally with consumers. Through its re-licensing education program, RECA demonstrates its commitment to continual improvement, competence and professionalism. 

Open Committee Positions

Consumer Advisory Committee Public Member

The Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) posts careers and other opportunities for industry members and consumers to serve on its Committees. RECA staff, Council, and Committee members help ensure RECA fulfills its mandate of consumer protection, and provision of services that enhance and improve the real estate industry and the business of industry professionals.