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Can a brokerage use its client list for marketing without getting additional consent?
It depends on what the marketing is for.
In real estate, client relationships are typically between the brokerage and the client, with the real estate professional acting on behalf of the brokerage.
Because of that, a brokerage may send communications connected to its real estate business, such as:
✔️ Holiday greetings
✔️ Thank-you cards
✔️ Brokerage or real estate related communications
However, using that same client list to promote an unrelated business or service is different.
For example, a broker or agent generally could not use real estate client information to market a separate business — such as a plumbing company — if that was not the purpose for which consent was originally provided.
Understanding consent, client information, and appropriate business use is an important part of Alberta real estate practice.

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🚨 Coming Soon to The Alberta Real Estate School! 🚨

Learning real estate is one thing. Seeing it happen in the real world is another.

We're taking our courses beyond the classroom and out into the field. As part of our new supplemental training content, we'll be meeting industry professionals on-site and giving students a behind-the-scenes look at how real estate-related services are performed in the real world.

In this teaser, you'll catch a glimpse of Justin and Ivan from Justech Enterprises as they showcase the work they do and the expertise they bring to the industry. From inspections to practical insights, this new content is designed to help bridge the gap between theory and real-world application.

At The Alberta Real Estate School, we're committed to giving our students more than just exam preparation—we want to help you understand the professionals, processes, and people you'll work with throughout your career.

If you need a home or commercial inspection you know who to call

📞 Justech Enterprises: 780-707-0543
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Stay tuned—there's much more to come!

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When does a buyer’s deposit need to be paid in a real estate transaction?
There are two different timing issues to understand:
✔️ When the buyer must provide the deposit
✔️ When the brokerage must deposit it into the trust account
Once a brokerage receives the deposit, trust account rules apply regarding when it must be deposited.
But what about the buyer’s timeline for providing the deposit?
That timing is generally negotiable and is typically set out in the purchase contract.
While longer timelines may sometimes be used, delaying the deposit can increase risk for the seller because the deposit often demonstrates the buyer’s commitment to the transaction.
This is why many real estate professionals prefer shorter deposit timelines.
Understanding deposits, trust accounts, and transaction risk is an important concept in Alberta real estate practice.

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How long is a property valuation or appraisal considered valid?
Is 30 days okay? What about 60 days? 90 days?

This is a common Alberta mortgage exam question — and understanding lender timelines is critical for both mortgage associates and real estate professionals.

In this video from The Alberta Real Estate School, we break it down clearly:
• 30–60 days is generally considered acceptable
• Many lenders may accept an appraisal up to 90 days
• Appraisals older than 90 days are typically not accepted
• The reason? Market conditions change

As time passes, the risk increases that property values may shift due to market movement, interest rate changes, or economic factors. That’s why lenders place limits on how old a property valuation can be.

Key takeaway for exam prep:
The longer the time between the appraisal date and the funding date, the greater the likelihood that a new valuation may be required.
This topic is important for:
• Fundamentals of Mortgage Brokerage
• Practice of Mortgage Brokerage
• Alberta mortgage licensing exams
• Understanding lender risk management
• Real-world deal timelines

At The Alberta Real Estate School, we help you understand not just the numbers — but the reasoning behind lender policies.
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