What makes an Accredited Senior Agent™ different?
Apart from the benefits outlined on the front page of this site, and those explained in the presentation ‘Why Choose an ASA’, you’ll never have to contend with the #1 complaint people have about real estate agents – lack of communication.
As reported in a survey of 300,000 sellers in 2010 in the US, the vast majority of people said that once they’d listed their home, they never heard from their agent again, until the agent wanted them to reduce the price. When you hire an ASA, you are not hiring a sale-focused salesperson; you are hiring a consultant who will take the time to help you understand the realities of the marketplace, so you can make an informed decision right from day one.
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Tell me about how an agent becomes an ASA
The following list outlines the requirements for a REALTOR® to become an Accredited Senior Agent:
To obtain the Accredited Senior Agent designation, which gives membership in the Society, you must meet all of the following criteria:
1) Completion of the two day course (which earns you 11 CEU credits in Ontario / 3 credits in Nova Scotia) - find upcoming courses by clicking on Events on the menu
2) Successful passing of the exam
3) Payment of prescribed fees (class includes first year’s membership) - for more info, click here
4) Have a minimum of three years real estate experience
5) 5) Have listed or sold for at least three clients who are 55+ - provide names and contact information
6) Have no formal complaints at your provincial body, either current or pending, and not be an undischarged bankrupt.
