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PRACTICE ADVICE April 14, 2026 First-time home buyers' tax rebate on new homes
The Government of Canada implemented the GST rebate in 1991, but new to our industry is the First-time home buyers’ rebate (FTHB rebate). This article provides an overview of the new rebate and outlines the requirements for listing a new home on the Board’s MLS® System.
PRACTICE ADVICE April 07, 2026 Stay up to date: New ARLO enhancements announced
New enhancements to the Alberta Registry of Land Online (ARLO) system have been announced. These updates will be implemented in April, and are designed to improve efficiency, usability, and access to registry products.
Last week, we outlined amendments to the provincially harmonized rules approved by all 10 Alberta boards. These rules are included under Parts II and III of the CREB® Rules.
The provincially harmonized rules were reviewed by all 10 Alberta boards and associations to support consistent practice across the province.
REALTORS® and their clients often depend upon third-party service providers during a real estate transaction. Clients frequently ask for recommendations for home inspectors, contractors, surveyors and other professionals.
PRACTICE ADVICE Feb. 24, 2026 Using the REALTOR® trademark correctly
The REALTOR® trademark is more than a word — it’s a mark of professionalism, trust and accountability. It identifies real estate professionals who are members of The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and who adhere to a strict code of ethics and high standards of service.
PRACTICE ADVICE Feb. 03, 2026 REListCheck™ tool updates
Exciting news! The REListCheck™ tool now includes three new features: view compliance history, reactivation of withdrawn listing request form, and the archive folder.
PRACTICE ADVICE Feb. 03, 2026 Safety reminder: Staying vigilant in virtual and in-person interactions
CREB® has been made aware of reports involving an individual who has contacted members through online leads.
PRACTICE ADVICE Feb. 03, 2026 Show like a pro
Remember the last time you frantically hurried to clean your house before guests arrived? Preparing a home to show can be stressful, as sellers work to present their property at its best — including those long-ignored, dusty corners. Now imagine doing that repeatedly for people you’ve never met, relying on the professionalism of the agents involved in the showing to keep their appointment and ensure the property is secure.
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PRACTICE ADVICE Jan. 27, 2026 Updated CREB® Rules now in effect
In last week’s CREB®Talk, members were notified of amendments approved by the Board of Directors to the CREB® Rules. The board, the Practice Governance Standing Committee (PGSC) and Member Practice staff work together to support clear, understandable rules that elevate the profession.
PRACTICE ADVICE Jan. 27, 2026 Elevating the REALTOR® Profession: Learnings from CREB®'s Professionalism Summit is now available
At the 2026 Forecast Conference and Tradeshow on Jan. 20, we announced that Elevating the REALTOR® Profession: Learnings from CREB®’s Professionalism Summit is now available on CREB®Link. The report highlights what we heard at the Professionalism Summit held at CREB® Campus last December and outlines the next steps we’ll be taking.
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PRACTICE ADVICE Jan. 20, 2026 Upcoming amendments to the CREB® Rules
The Practice Governance Standing Committee (PGSC) and the CREB® Board of Directors continue to evaluate ways to support professionalism in the industry.
