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#DYK Licensees can only offer or promote incentives on behalf of their brokerage. Learn more about brokerage incent… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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The real estate industry is ever-changing, and real estate professionals adapt with it. Learn how the Real Estate R… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

GoA has declared a Public Health Emergency, and unveiled new COVID-19 restrictions. Licensees and consumers should… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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Industry pros: There is only 1 hour left to vote in the 2020 #IndustryCouncilElections. Cast your vote now using th… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Voting for the #IndustryCouncilElections closes at 5pm today! Used the personalized link you received by email or t… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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There's only one more day to weigh in on the proposed #StandardsofPractice (rules) for Alberta condo managers. If y… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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The consultation on the proposed new rules for Alberta condo managers closes Thursday, November 12th. Join the publ… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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#FridayFact: In Alberta, real estate professionals can have a licence that allows them to work in a type – or multi… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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The October edition of Case Summaries is up on our website. See the latest disciplinary decisions issued by RECA:… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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RECA will be closed this Monday, October 12 for #Thanksgiving. Our office will reopen on October 13 at 8 a.m. Have… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Condo Owners and Renters: Join RECA Wed, October 14 at 7 p.m. for a webinar on the proposed new regulations for… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Buying or selling a property during the #COVID-19 pandemic can be intimidating. To ease your mind, RECA has plenty… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

#TuesdayTip for Industry Pros: Are you helping your client buy or sell a stigmatized property? This bulletin guides… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Money laundering can often occur through real estate transactions and has serious impacts on the quality of life in… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

#FridayFact On possession day, certain items may not be at the residence. Speak to your real estate pro about inclu… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Industry pros who did not renew their licence before 11:59pm yesterday must cease operations immediately. No person… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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#FridayFact Consumers must sign a written service agreement (WSA) to enter into a client relationship with a licens… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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#TuesdayTip for industry pros: We are halfway through the month and there is still time to renew your licence! All… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

Industry pros: 1/3 of industry professionals have already renewed their licence for 2020-21! If you're not one of… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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Have you renewed your license? To remain authorized, mortgage brokerage professionals must renew on or before Septe… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… via @RECA

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