The FRI designation is the longest standing achievement in the Real Estate profession in Canada.

It is awarded to less than 10% of all real estate professionals in recognition of their individual effort, commitment, training and ethical conduct.  In all of Canada, only 2,500 people hold this designation. 

FRI members are amongst the leaders of the Canadian real estate profession.  They are found in all major Canadian real estate companies and hold many of the most senior positions in both private and public sectors.

They are professionals committed to the pursuit of excellence.

FRI certification is a designation that is not automatically given to a realtor.

It is earned by a small number of real estate professionals who have demonstrated, in the course of their careers, their dedication and determination to provide only the highest quality real estate service to their clients and to follow FRI’s standards of both business and ethical conduct. 

Only those who accept FRI’s challenge can reap the benefits of the FRI membership and FRI designation.

To qualify for the FRI designation, each candidate must hold a valid real estate licence with at least five years of creditable real estate experience.

In addition, each candidate must have successfully completed specific real estate courses, available through Canadian universities, covering all practical and theoretical aspects of the Canadian real estate industry.

Special training includes:

• Canadian Real Estate Law

• Real Estate Investment Analysis

• Real Estate Valuation

• Ethics and Business Practice

• Consumer Behavior and Negotiating

• Personal or Corporate Management Techniques

Only upon the successful completion of these studies and having met all other entry criteria is the candidate eligible for the FRI designation.

Real estate business takes hard work and commitment.  That is one reason why this industry is known for the transitory nature of some of its practitioners.  It can be a tough business.

Of more than 70,000 people involved in real estate, less than third remain in the industry for more than two years.  With such a high turnover rate it is easy to understand the potential difficulties in finding a seasoned real estate professional who is committed to the industry and provision of nothing less than the best real estate services. 

In buying or selling your home, you will probably complete one of the major financial transactions of you lifetime.  It is an exciting time for you and your family, but it can also be frustrating time.  You know what you want, but maybe are not sure how to get there.  Your realize that you need professional assistance, but are not sure from whom.

At this point you need the advice and guidance of a real estate professional who has both the experience and the commitment to look after you and your interests.  A professional whose business ethics and commitment to excellence are unquestionable.

You will find all of these qualities in a professional who holds the FRI designation.  Each member’s experience, education and above all else commitment to integrity is available to meet all your real estate needs.

In the real estate business, as in most other pursuits in life, only the best and most dedicated people make it to the top.

Your FRI real estate professional is a member of this very select group and is ready to assist you.

IN SUMMARY, YOUR DESIGNATED FRI:

• Has minimum of 5 years real estate experience.

• Has gained professional knowledge in the essential aspects of both practical and theoretical elements or real estate.

• Is committed to serving you in realizing your real estate goals and dreams.

• Will deal fairly with all parties and is committed to the highest standards of professional conduct.

• Adheres to the Real Estate Institute of Canada Code of Professional Standards.

Experience, commitment and service are qualities you will find when dealing with your FRI real estate professional.