How to Become a Real Estate Agent in South Africa
In 2008 the EAAB (Estate Agency Affairs Board) tightened the requirements for entry into the field of Real Estate. This preceded a drop in the South African market following the devastation in the American mortgage market. The recession in South Africa saw approximately two thirds of estate agents who had registered in 2008 leave the sector to re-qualify. It is estimated that there are an estimated 40 000 estate agents in South Africa today. The transformation of the industry since the 2008 regulation change and the subsequent economic slump has seen a surge in job creation and especially a new generation of young black South Africans entering the real estate sector.
Online Courses for Estate Agents in South Africa
Getting qualified as an estate agent today is relatively easy. Online courses can be completed in concert with the required internship. This is imperative in order to provide the young and aspiring estate agent with the correct training opportunities so that they are well equipped to earn a decent income working in an industry that is extremely fickle.
The basic requirements for starting a career as an estate agent are not that complicated. The first thing that an applicant needs to complete is the 12 month internship being mentored by a professional and experienced estate agent. The second is to complete the FETC (the Further Education and Training Certificate) in Real Estate at level NQF 4. Lastly candidates must also write and pass the Professional Designate Exam (PDE) after they have been found competent by Services SETA in their NQF Level 4 portfolio of evidence. If an agent wants to further extend his education in order to become a principal and run his own business he must be found competent in NQF level 5 and PDE level 5.
Study Online in Your Own Time While You Hold Down a Job
It is possible to combine the FETC NQF 4 qualification and the internship so that the candidate can work on these two aspects of the qualification at the same time during the first year of internship, as long as the estate agent has completed at least 8 months of his internship. Also if the aspirant holds any degrees or diplomas in certain areas, it is possible to apply for and be exempt from completing the FETC. Inquiries about exemption status can be directed to PropAcademy who assist you in completing the required EAAB documentation. We are also RPL agents and can assist applicants in applying for exemptions. Sign up for our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) EAAB Exemption Application Service here.
One of the advantages of studying (online for example) and getting qualified while working and gaining experience in the field in an internship is that of being able to learn and earn at the same time. It is also possible to study part-time and still be in a position to have practical experience and keep a job. Online learning also facilitates the ability to carry on working while getting qualified.
Explore our online real estate courses, and get started learning today!
The Real Estate industry is exciting and fast paced. Whether the market is booming or if it is in a slump, real estate is always something that will be in demand. In order to become the best real estate agent possible it is important to embody these characteristics.
- good communication skills
- honesty
- integrity
- good organizational skills
- assertiveness
- the ability to learn quickly and apply that knowledge
For further information the EAAB website offers a wide spectrum of material about the industry, the rules and regulations, and everything else that one needs to know to become an estate agent.
Thank you for the informative post.
Do you think the requirements to become a real estate agent will easier going into the future? We see property portals like Property 24 and Private Property making homes easy to sell and other companies giving all the resources that before only agents had access to. All the information is accessible over the internet. Estate agencies are lowering commissions and offering for the landlord just to walk through the home with potential buy and agency will handle the rest.
Will it be easier to become an agent in the future?
Regards
Kyle
Hi Kyle
The Estate Agents Affairs Board have regulated recent legislation which ensures that agents become qualified in order to sell real estate – this on its own makes it more difficult to become an agent, but is necessary in order to maintain professionalism in the industry. With regard to owners selling their own property, this has always been on the cards but most owners realise that an agent is better qualified to negotiate a good deal for them. Hope this helps? – PropAcademy
Hi ! I have a question? I applied early 2015 to write the PDE 4 exam ,which after a LOT of phone calls and frustration of trying to register to write the exam was told for the 2nd time i cannot write in East London (my home town) & would have to travel 4hrs away to Port Elizabeth (paying travel costs there & back,accomodation,food & the fees involved to write)
I finally wrote the exam & whist writing the exam the Person overseeing the exam got a call from a lady at EAAB to say they need to add a last minute paper whih he then had to quicly print for us.Long story short – we landed up running out of time.
The gentleman said the EAAB would contact us with our results. Well i am still waiting???
When i phoned them they said i had failed. Considering the amount of money i spent the least i would expect is some feedback on where i lost marks ect.
I would like to complete my PDE4 & move on to study for principal,but am very concerned about how things are conducted.
Please advise?
Good morning Bronwyn. Thank you for your query. You may appeal via [email protected] alternatively if you send us your details via the “contact us” tab, we will send an alternative suggestion and I would like to call you in addition to discuss this. Kind regards Courtney
i am interested in studying but i am unable t o afford the fees.
do you have any options to solve this problem
i am currently working as a trainee agent ?
Hi Jenifer
You have a year from when you first obtain your FFC to complete your internship portfolio of evidence. If you cannot do it within that period and have a valid reason, the EAAB will extend your period from one year to two years.
As an agent you will be earning commissions – why not ask your agency to loan you the funds? The cost of our course, as far as we are aware, is dramatically lower than others offered.
Hope all goes well,
Team PropAcademy
No intern agent is allowed to earn commission……being an estate agent is so easy, EAAB can’t police agents and only interested in taking the R2000 per year from registered qualified agents for CPD.
We have many unqualified so called intern agents selling homes without a valid FFC (fidelity fund certificate) an intern must have a FFC as well……so don’t worry about getting qualified they will never check. The only way to stamp out illegal agents is for transferring attorneys to attach a copy of the agents certificate to the sales agreement. We have told EAAB this but they refuse to make this simple process legislation…..
Hi Garry – thanks for your comment above, most interesting ! And we understand the general frustration legal agents have in the field, its hard toeing the line when you know that other competing agents are illegal and are not stopped from trading. The only way to do this is to report them to the EAAB.
Intern agents can and must earn commission during their internship. They have to be mentored by their principal agent or a full status agent that has been full status for 3 years or more. There is a ruling that attorneys can only pay agents/agencies who produce a valid current FFC, so this on its own will stamp out some of the illegal trading. Its up to us, as agents, to report those trading illegally and more – help them to become legal.
The EAAB are randomly auditing agencies that are registered with them – there has to be a way to let the EAAB know of illegal agencies so that they can audit them as well. Any solutions to this problem?
Hi Gary, how enforceable is this? And how does one go about reporting such agents? More than 3 years intern agents, that is 80% of our office!!
Hi Elmien I went to see Clive Ashpol at the EAAB recently and they are really doing their best to get all illegals sorted out, but have a mammoth task. The intern is allowed to be an intern for a maximum of 2 years. All intern agents that were interns from 2008 will not get their 2017 FFC’s. Once the board is over that hurdle they will start not issuing certificates for other interns that have not furthered their studies. So all interns must continue to their NQF4 – this is a very strong warning, let them know please and they are more than welcome to call me 0824146686. Kind regards Janet
Good day Jenifer
I hope this finds you well, I’m black girl interested into property business could really appreciate to be an agent. I currently own most commerce courses that includes Business Management obtained at UNISA I would really like to add more to quality to be an estate agent. I’m currently running my own Company that specialize in Building and Civil Construction I have completed quite a number of projects successfully. I would like to embark myself to property it’s self please advice me further. Thank you
0731210225
Thank you for your message. Samantha from head office will contact you today. Looking forward to helping you with this adventure.
Hi Jenefer what is the price for this course.
Good day Nicky. Our prices are all on the individual course pages. Please click on Courses – and then choose a course from the list. We will be happy to call you about these if you use the contact us function on this website. Chat soon!
i want to become an estate agent. I am staying at east london what can i do to become one because i do not know where to start plz help
Hi Ntsiki
Congratulations on your decision to become an estate agent! First you must approach an agency for a position as an intern estate agent. Once you have a letter of employment you must apply for a Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC) with the Estate Agents Board : http://www.eaab.org.za When you have a FFC number then you can start your internship with us!
Our intern course is on special at R3 990 at present – so dont delay. Visit our Intern Course on our website and follow the prompts.
Download our free “Courses and Qualifications” guide to understand the process from intern agent to full status agent. Contact us when you need more information. Good luck!
Hi I want to become a real estate agent,I have tried approaching agents but they telling me another story please can u get me an agent I’m from nelspruit please help
hi Janet
like Ntsiki I have a keen interest in becoming an Agent. which agency would you recommend for an internship in randburg
my name is Lunga
Hi Janet I have matrix and am interested in becoming a real estate agent, can I persue my interest?
I would like to enroll for Real Estate Level 4 Course. Please advise or give me more information. My cell is 0826645324. Many thanks
Hi Abigail, Samantha will be giving you a call today
Hi there in so interested in this job,the problem is dat i hv ABET Level 4,i dnt know if it ok,please get back to me my cell number is 0740409050 please do get back to me please thank u
Hi Sne
Thank you for your enquiry! You need to have matric in order to progress to NQF Level 4. ABET Level 4 is equal to Grade 9. We suggest you study Grade 10 & 12 and then approach us again to study NQF4. If you want to go this route let us know so that we can refer you.
Good luck
Hi: Janet
I am interested in becoming a state agent i have a B degree in Public management from UNISA can you please advice me on the following:
1) Where and which courses to study.
My cell number is 0824649892 please call me.
Thank you for your query. Samantha from Head Office will contact you today.
i am interested in joining the industry of Real Estate, and becoming an estate agent and someday to own my own franchise. I have matriculated and a Diploma in commerce. Graduated in 1987.
Are my qualifications adequate to be able to start the process of becoming an agent.
What is the cost of doing the programme.
How long does it take to complete the course.
What is an approximate salary at entry level for the intern agent.
kind regards
HAHAHA there is NO salary for being an Estate Agent. It is the worst job available, and the EAAB makes your life unbearable.
Almost half the registered agents have left now, I am seriously considering doing the same.
Hi Chloe
I am sorry to hear you have had such a bad experience in the industry. If you need assistance with the EAAB, please click on the contact us page and send us your information, I will gladly refer you to someone who we use for all our EAAB correspondence.
HI Melanie
Real Estate must be the most exciting career, I hope that you follow your dreams. I suggest that you first read through the Estate Agents Affairs Board (EAAB) site: http://www.eaab.org.za to understand the industry. Your first step would be to approach an agency for a position as an intern agent. Regardless of qualification, you must complete your one year program in the field. Thereafter you will enter a Recognition of Prior Learning assessment where past qualifications will be taken into account, against your ServicesSETA NQF Level 4 qualification. See our free download on qualifications. Only once you have achieved principle agent status will you be able to open your own business. Our courses and qualifcations take you from Internship to Principle and further. Let us know when you are ready so that we can help you with a program. Or call us.
I am interested in getting the skills of being an estate agent where do I begin? I reside in Maseru Lesotho
HI Kemiso
Please go onto our website http://www.propacademy.co.za and read our free download “Qualification Guide”. Here you will understand that you first have to be employed by an agency in order to receive your Fidelity Fund Certificate. Then a one year internship with that agency, and from there you study to be qualified as a Full Status Agent.
Once you have gone through the download and if you have any further questions please contact us,
Hi
I’m interested in doing this part time. Is it allowed and what qualifications are require.
Regards,
James
Hi James
Thanks for your enquiry. The Estate Agents Affairs Board legislates that whilst completing your year internship you may not work elsewhere, real estate is no longer a “part time” career. Please open our free downloads on our home page http://www.propacademy.co.za which downloads detail what qualification are required and how they can be achieved. You are more than welcome to call our office to discuss your needs or let us have your detail so that we can call you.
Hi.
I want to do a career change to being an Estate Agent ..I have a national diploma in hospitality management.I’ve read your post,my concern is the 12 Month internship, is this compulsory? Please send me more information on the enrolment dates,fees and etc
Hi Yolanda
The 12 month internship is legislated by the Estate Agents Affairs Board and is compulsory. Our office will email you to find a way to assist you further. Please can you email us your cell number : [email protected] Thank you.
Hi there,
I have been employed in the corporate environment for many years and am interested in formalizing a career in the property sector. I have attended many courses but I have yet to complete a formal degree due to work constraints. As such I have completed many commerce subjects through UNISA. I also have completed a NQF level 6 course at Unisa Centre of Business Management.
How do I find out what additional subjects I must do to convert my current studies into the correct NQF qualification to proceed with the next steps of pursuing a career in property?
I am aware of the 1 year internship that needs to be done in addition to the formal qualification.
Thank you in advance,
Hi Glen
thanks for your query, You will have to be “RPL’d” (Recognition of Prior Learning) against NQF4. Please let us have a copy of your qualification which will list the subjects that you were found competent in. If the subjects relate to the real estate industry they can be used towards the FET NQF Level 4 Real Estate qualification and / or NQF5. Please send to [email protected]
Hi
I am still working on the Municipal Rates Department for 10 years. I’m interested to study more on property course. So that I will become an estate agent in future, where must I start. If I’m not getting an internship i m not allowed to study
Hi Celiwe – thanks for your enquiry. You are able to study your NQF qualification in preparation for the day you take the plunge and join an estate agency to start your career. You can only do your Internship whilst working for an estate agency. We suggest you enroll to study your NQF4 now, with PropAcademy. This will mean that once you have finished your internship you will then be able to go on and do your PDE exam to become a fully fledged estate agent. If you would like us to call you to discuss further please send your cell number to [email protected]
Thanks for the info. I would like to know is it a advantage if I studied civil engineering at school and I’m currently studying Project Management? Does it have something in-common between the subjects and being a real-estate agent. Thanks for your time.
V.Z
Hi VZ – any qualification that has similar subjects to that of real estate is an advantage ie Project Management. You would then use that qualification to RPL against subjects contained in the NQF Real Estate qualification. Let us have your cell number and Samantha from our office will call you. Office : 082 4751607
Hi. I am 40 years old and in an established career. However, I am exploring the idea of changing careers to becoming a real estate agent. I have no doubt that I will be extremely successful. I have a very good understanding of the industry as I have been working very closely with real estate agents for the past year. My problem is I can’t give up my day job (I have bills to pay) to become an intern for a full year. How do other people do it that change careers to real estate quite late in their lives. Looking forward to your feedback.
Hi Cornelius – The Estate Agents Affairs Board have regulated that all estate agents, no matter what their prior profession, must complete a 1 year internship under the guidance of a principle agent. Please can you call me on 082 4751607 to discuss this further? If you feel that you want to be in the industry then you should – real estate is an extremely exciting and rewarding profession.
Hi Janet isn’t it possible to keep my job while on the internship. Because as much as real estates is rewarding. It is commission based. I am interested in the Property Market but I don’t think quitting my job to go on an internship would be a wise thing to do. Unless if you know of a way around it. Your response will be very much appreciated.
Hello Tshilidzi, please write to us on the “contact us” page with your contact number and we will call you to discuss this. We would love to make contact and assist you in this regard.
Hi Courtney,
This is an issue for me too. I have a full time job but would like to qualify as a real estate agent.
Kindly also contact me in this regard. My number is 0783181074.
Hi Vanessa, we have tried to contact you to no avail., please contact us on 081 314 3197 so that we can assist you.
Good day Janet.
I have also came to conclusion that is time to join the industry of estate agent however Im very much employed by the bank ,Hope you are still in industry and you are available to help.
Hy i just finished my matric and I’m really interested in the real estate industry.Can you please tell me more about the internship process so that i can start as soon as i can.Thanks in advance
HI Musa
Please read our free download which will explain the internship process and let you know how long and how to to about starting out as an intern agent:
https://www.propacademy.co.za/downloads/Regulated-Qualifications-Guide.pdf
Please also feel free to contact us on 082 4751607.
In summary you must join an estate agency, buy a Fidelity Fund Certificate, purchase our Intern Course and start selling! While you are an intern your principle agent will guide you. Please remember that from sale to registration (money in the bank) takes three months so allow for a 6 month period where you will have to be subsidized by your family – but once you are up and selling your money will then be coming in on a regular basis. If you or a family sponsor would like more information please feel free to contact us, or let us have your cell number so that we can contact you.
Hi,
I am 55 and a pensioner. Was in Information Technology at a bank before retirement.
I am also aware that I need to find an agency to belong to, to start off with. Although I am 55, my health is excellent. I am a cyclist for 15 years now.
Nothing else that will prevent me from becoming an agent, is there?
Kind regards
Johan
Hi Johan
The only thing that would prevent you would be if you were an unrehabilitated insolvent or had a criminal / fraud record. 55 is the right age to join this amazing profession – take the plunge. PropAcademy have excellent courses for all your estate agent needs, just give us a call if you have any queries.
Hi,
Im currently working in a stable corporate environment. I have a Diploma in Cost and management accounting I want to do a career change and join the estate and become an agent. My problem is that at the current moment im earning a stable income (to pay my bond, other bills). So far the info that i keep getting when seaching is one should be an intern. So would that be a challenge for me persue my career change as a estate egent? What will be your best advice in my situation.
Will realy appreciate your respond
Regards
T
Hi Tholakele
I would advise that you get aa much learning under your belt as possible. As you know you have to be an active agent in the field for a 12 months period and produce a portfolio of evidence of this to the Estate Agents Affairs Board. Whilst doing this you must be registered with an estate agency and hold a fidelity fund certificate..
Please contact us on the link above and send us your cell number so that we can discuss this further with you.
Hi there.
I am thrilled at the possibility of becoming an Estate Agent and would just like to know if you have any information on the intern year. While I understand that this is compulsory, do you by and chance know if Agencies pay their interns at all? Is this agent dependant or is there a written rule that the intern year is an unpaid internship? Thanks for the info
Hi Garth
Please look at the free download on our home page, Courses & Qualifications. This is an easy to read description from entering the industry to becoming a Principle Agent.
During your internship you can sell property, or rent property the only difference is that your principle agent must sign off all of your paperwork. You can also start learning your next qualification NQF Level 4, during this period.
Some agencies do pay their interns, where they received a bursary from ServicesSETA. Let us have your cell or contact details and we will contact you to discuss this. Just click on Contact Us above and we will get right back to you.
Property is an exciting industry and very rewarding.
Im interested in becoming a real estate agent
Hi
May you please assist as I would like to engage into estate agent but cannot leave the work I am doing at the moment as I am the breadwinner at home. Please assist 0842558872
Thank you
HI Alinah
With real estate you will have to have “back-up” income for at least the first three months in the field. So as they breadwinner in your family you may need to loan money from other family members etc, then join an estate agency and throw yourself into being a success. Good luck!
Hi Janet
At the moment I can afford to pay my fees as m working,but my concern is that after the course I will need to attend intership and there wont be an income for the 12months will m attending internship
Hi Alinah
You will be earning an income whilst you are an intern agent and you can also apply to do your internship with an agent that has bursaries for interns. please contact us on the link above and we will contact you to work through your queries.
Good Day Prop Academy
may you please assist through the process of registering to attend REAL ESTATE NQF LEVEL 4
Thank you
0844258872
Hi Alinah
I missed this blog – deepest apologies, Samantha will give you a call during the course of today.
Hi Janet I’m very interested to do intern in Real Estate; do you possible have any Agencies operating that you can recommend for me ;I reside in Joburg
Hi Alinah
I missed this blog – deepest apologies, Samantha will give you a call during the course of today.
Hi Nande
We do have a list of agencies whom we work with in Jhb – please click on “contact us” above and send us your contact information. Have a super day
I would love to become a letting agent…not interested in selling. What is the procedure and what does it entail to become a letting agent?
Hi Amelia
Whether you become a rental or sales agent in real estate, the same procedure applies. Please see our free download on our home page “Courses & Qualifications” which takes you through the procedure from intern agent to principle agent. In short you must become an intern agent and produce a portfolio of evidence over a 12 month period and progress from there to be found competent in your NQF 4 qualification – once done you must write your PDE 4 exam and voila! you become a Full Status Agent. Please call us on 0824751607 and we can discuss any queries you may have.
Hi Janet
I understand that in order to be an estate agent, one is required to do a internship and required NQF level course, but what stops someone from selling their own house on gumtree and saving on the commission? Would this transaction be seen as illegal?
Thanks
Hi Neil – anyone can sell their own house. The problem here is that most owners dont know how to negotiate and generally end up getting less money than they would have, even after paying a commission. It also opens the home and family up to strangers who may or may not be genuine buyers. You cannot just hold a show house inviting strangers into your home – agents have had thieves and even criminals enter show houses. You must also be aware of legalities that you must make your purchaser aware of as if you do not, the purchaser could sue you for performance at a later stage. But if you feel you are capable of selling your own home then you will save on not paying commission.
You could then appoint a conveyancing attorney and ask that attorney for a standard sale agreement, you should not have to pay for it, the attorney gets paid by the buyer on registration of sale. If you sell your own home remember this registration process must be carefully tracked to ensure that you do not lose time/money in a delayed transaction.
Good luck !
I’m still in school doing my last year. I want to go and study in order for me to become an estate agent but I don’t know the requirements and the points I need to have in order to become one. I would like someone with more experience to please advise me.
Hi Matthew. Firstly you will need to be subsidised by your family for six months. The reason is that it will take 3 months to find your feet and start making sales, and then 3 months for your sales to be registered so that you can be paid commission. Thereafter with consistent hard work your sales should be regular. You will also have to have a car.
Once you have sorted out funding, then you need to apply for a job as an intern agent with an estate agency – and here we can advise you area dependent. It is important to ensure that the agency you work for, gives you the best advantages in the industry. From there you must have a fidelity fund certificate and enrol with PropAcademy to complete your intern and NQF qualifications. Please see our homepage free download on Courses & Qualifications. Matthew we would love to chat to you give us a call on 082 4751607 or let us have your detail. Good luck !!
Hi
I would like to persue a career as an estate agent. I am 52 years old and I was in corporate for 20 years, but I do not have a matric certificate. …..I wrote matric I 1980 but failed matric by 3% and obtained a secretarial diploma.
Can I still have a career as an estate agent?
Regards
Debbie
Hi Debbie ! You dont need a matric certificate to write your NQF4, we have two modules in our course which covers matric maths and second language – and they are easy to follow. The average age of an agent (out of interest) is 57 years young. So take the leap! Send us your contact info and we will get hold of you and explain the process in detail.
hi. i want to be a real estate agent. where can i study and how long. and the fees too. i wana know all there is to know. when do the courses take place that sort of info. id appreciate the info. thanx
Hi Jackie – please send us your contact detail so that we can answer your questions in detail. Just click on COTACT US type in the info, or if you like call Samantha in our office on 0824751607
Hi. I am interested in becoming an estate agent, but I am currently studying towards a tertiary diploma. Will it still be possible to enroll in the course to become an estate agent and how? Please contact me on 0726888863.
Hi Khulekani. Samantha in our office will call you today. The office cell number is 082 4751607.
Hi. I am very much interested in becoming an estate agent and possibly start my own firm.
Please contact me on 0797168046.
Kind regards
Sandile.
Hi Alinah
I missed this blog – deepest apologies, Samantha will give you a call during the course of today.
Hi Sandile
Samantha in our office will give you a call today
Hello
I am a qualified teacher with a degree and post graduate diploma. I am very much interested in becoming an estate agent. I wish to know how do I qualify for exemption.
Regards
Hello Thibile
Thanks for your enquiry. In order to determine what unit standard/s in the NQF4 SSETA qualification that you will be exempt from, we would need to assess your current degree and post graduate diploma to determine what subjects relate to the real estate qualification, and allow you credits for those subjects. Some degrees allow you to be totally exempt from the NQF4 and / or NQF5 qualification. Please let us have your cell number and Samantha in our office will contact you to discuss further. Just click on the CONTACT US tab above and send detail.
HI
I’ve a full licence as an Agency Principal having fulfilled all the mandatory modules of the Real Estate Institute of Queensland. I have 2 years experience of sales and lettings in Queensland. I also have formal Prince2 (Projects in Controlled Environments) and Managing Successful Programmes project management qualifications issued by APMG London under my belt. After 15 years in project management In London have moved back to Cape Town and am keen to get into the local real estate market. Do I really have to start as an intern or does my prior real estate and project management experience count towards anything?
Hi Frank
From your enquiry it seems your qualifications will carry credits and you may be exempt from your SA internship as well as your NQF5. We are an accredited RPL provider and would need to assess your current situation in detail to correctly advise you. Please let us have your contact detail and we will be in touch.
I want to start a real Estate Development Business: basically gathering some investors to pool some capital together, buy plot of land build a few units and sell and distribute profit among the investors. Do I need to be a registered estate agent to do this? Please advise. I’m currently full time employed and cannot afford to lose salary to go do internship for a whole year.(save for weekends). Please advise. Many thanks
Hi Ritchie
If you are acting as a real estate agency, or employing agents to sell for you, then you need to be registered with the Estate Agents Affairs Board and you need to meet the regulated qualifications.
If you are acting as a land owner (a developer or investor), and dealing in property for your own benefit, then you are not obliged to register as an estate agency.
On the other hand your business may expand to that of estate agency so it is advisable to start the process of qualifiying as a principle agent. Please email us your contact detail and we can discuss this with you in more detail.
Thanks !
Hi I want to become a real estate agent,I have tried approaching agents but they telling me another story please can u get me an agent I’m from nelspruit please help
Hi Janet,
Long story short…
What qualifications does one need to become a commercial property broker?
Does it also fall under EEAB?
I’m in my 40’s, main bread winner, but have an opportunity to join a team of up-and-coming commercial property developers that wish to train me, as they head hunted me…
Apparantly I have all the characteristics the industry needs for being the a great newcomer to the industry…
I come from a sales background…
Do I really need to go the INTERN way?
How does one do it with HIGH bills to pay…
Saving up for 6 months these days is NOT even half possible …
Your wisdom will be greatly appreciated…
Danny – 0836184458
Hi! I am “selling” for a developer – under the license of a certified agent. I have been there now 10 months and have sold 50 units in a new estate. – what is my next step – I will continue working for the development company and want to become a licensed agent. Please can someone call me and I will immediately enroll – Thanks. Part time studies and even some night classes would work for me. I want to do this as fast as possible. Regards, Zendi
Hi Zendi.Please let us have your cell number so that we can call you. Just click onto “Contact Us” above and fill in the detail or pop an email to [email protected]. We can easily point you in the right direction, Kind regards, Jan
Am so interested in these course.i have a matric with bachelor but i failled accounting?what must i do to be a real estate agency?can u help me to get agent for intern?
Hi Thabo
We have responded to your email. Please can you send us your cell number as well, by clicking Contact Us above or by responding to the email that we have sent to you.
Thanks!
Do I need to register with an agent to do an intern in order to study NQF4 or I can study on my own while looking for an intern job
HI Zimhlophe
Carry on and start studying your NQF4 so that will save you time. However your NQF4 cannot be submitted to SSETA for moderation unless you have completed your internship. We normally run the two, Intern PoE Course and NQF4 at the same time, in order to ensure that the new agent can finish his/her studies quickly and get on with selling properties. Please give us a call to discuss,
Kind regards Janet
Hi I am currently working as a conveyancing secretary dealing with transfers and bonds. I have previously completed the EAAB examination in 2007 and want to know how I can qualify to become an estate agent with the aim of opening my own agency. Would I have to rewrite the exam? I am also concerned with the 1 year internship as I cannot leave my day job at this point in time. Is there another way of qualifying? Any advice would be much appreciated.
Hi Ru
Please click onto our home page and then read our free download “courses & qualifications” which explains the newly legislated education laws. In order to assist you fully we would like to discuss the process with you, please send us your email and cell number by clicking on Contact Us above. Thanks !
Kind regards Janet 0824146686
Hi
My name is Ntombi ,and would like to become a real estate agent. I am currently working in a sales industry and would like to pursue the real estate career path. What must I do in my level to obtain that qualification and start my venture into a new career path.
Hi Ntombikayise – please go onto our home page and open the free download “Courses & Qualifications” which will answer your question in detail. To assist with bursaries etc please contact Samantha at our office 082 4751607.
Good day,
I am a qualified Conveyancer. Is it possible to open my own estate agency and be the principal?
Is it possible to send you candidates to do their interin training in this business?
Hi Ron. Thanks for your enquiry, Samantha will be contacting you today to discuss your query. In the meantime you can view our free download on our homepage called “Courses & Qualifications” which clearly explains the regulated education process.
In order to become a full status agent you must complete your internship, your NQF4, and your PDE4. Then to become a principal you must complete your NQF5 and PDE5.
Hope this helps, Kind regards, Janet
Hi how do I get started in studying to become an estate agent. I do not knw where to study or how to go about it. Please help
Hi Rukeya – its the easiest thing in the world – just go onto our homepage and open the free download: Courses & Qualifications. This simple eBook shows you the procedure from Intern to Principal. Please also let us have your cell number by clicking Contact Us above, so that we can call you to discuss the process further, as well as the possibility of obtaining a bursary. Hope this helps! Kind regards Janet
Hi there I’m not at all into the real estate business or study. I want to study real estate for business of course but I’m working full time in an engineering field, where can one go to study part time?
Hi TS
Please complete “contact us” above, and we will call you to discuss, kind regards Janet
Hi. I completed my nqf4 and have been found competent. I also studied for a bcomm degree in economics which I did not complete. Can this assist me in getting a nqf5 0760705687
Hi Ishmael, Samantha in our office will be giving you a call.
Hi. I have not been contacted regarding my inquiry. 0760705687
I read the comments and the one issue which is a challenge to many is the internship. As much as I understand the necessity of completing the internship on a full time basis, I also understand that it is impossible to leave a permanent job with a permanent monthly income especially in this economic climate. Yes, many of us dream to be an estate agent but realise that it is impossible. I was just wondering whether special arrangements could be put into the regulations to accommodate those who will not be able to complete the internship as prescribed.
Thank you.
Rosey
Hi Rosey
Yours is a common query. The reason the Estate Agents Affairs Board have regulated a 12 month internship is to ensure that all intern agents are trained in the field. Please let us have your cell number or contact us on the “contact us” button above so that we can discuss this further with you. Dont give up on a dream … make it a goal. Kind regards
Janet
Hello
I am currently living overseas and would like to study becoming an estate agent. Are there other possibilities to study online because I won’t be able to do the internship now?
Hi Andre. Yes you can study now to become an estate agent. Please download our free Courses & Qualifications on our home page, which clearly sets out the qualification procedure. You can start learning the knowledge component of your Internship which will be submitted with practical in a portfolio of evidence. You can also start on your NQF4 which is a government, ServicesSETA regulated qualification. Before submitting your NQF4 portfolio of evidence (completed course) to SSETA you must have completed a years internship at an estate agency. Please give us your information on the “Contact Us” button above, include your skype address so that we can discuss this further. Thank you .
Hi I have matric and I don’t know much about computers and really want to to do the course where should I go for this course I’m durban ,really want to become estate agents I’m ready to be an intern …many thanks
Hello Lindy, that is fantastic news! Welcome to the industry. Please click on the “Contact Us” tab and send us an email with your information and contact details, and we will call you shortly to discuss. Our Durban office number is 086 111 22 81.
Hi My name is vusi I am working for the developer of properties as an Assistance sales Agent I am only passed my grade 12 on long distance learning what my must I do to become the real estate Agent I don’t have other qualifications please help I like this industry
Hi Vusi! Real estate is a great industry no wonder you want to stay in it. Do you have a fidelity fund certificate with the developers company? That is the first step. Second step is to complete your Intern Logbook as regulated by the Estate Agents Affairs Board. We have an easy course to complete this and help you every step of the way. You must also study your NQF4 Real Estate and here again we offer a course and hold your hand throughout the learning period. Please let us have your cell number by clicking on the Contact Us button above and inserting your details, or call us direct on 0861112281. We can also assist you with applying for a learning bursary. Kind regards Janet
Hi! I want to be an estate agent part for now because I have lot of thins to pay, I’m an educator, please help.
Hi Sue
Please can I ask you to complete the “Contact Us” above so that we can call you. Let us know a time that suits.
You can start on your estate agent related courses immediately to prepare you for the industry. We will contact you or alternatively you can contact us on 086 111 22 81
Regards Janet
Hi .I would like to join the real estate industry. I am writing my final exams at high school and I want to sign up for next year,how do l do it
Hi Arthur – please contact our office on 086112281 or complete the Contact Us info tab and we will contact you. There is a process where we will assist you in the know how to apply for an internship and even a bursary. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi There! I am currently running a business for approximately 7 years with my husband. I would like to venture into real estate however, I do not have any experience. I currently hold a Bachelor of Technology Degree in Management through DUT. How can I get started? I am very keen and want to take action immediately however, I do have a challenge as I currently run a business, how do I become employed as an intern for 1 year whilst running my business? Please advise if this is still possible for me. My email is [email protected].
Hi Allison
Thank you for your comment, Samantha has been in contact with you. Let us know if you need further assistance.
hi,
im wanting to take over and buy my Aunt’s business of property management and rentals. Do I need to do any courses in order to do this – i will not be selling homes at all – just managing them and renting the out for the owners over busy periods.
thanks
diane
Hi Diane,
Thank you for your comment. In order to become a Property Managing and Rental Agent, you have to be registered with the EAAB and hold a valid FFC. By holding a valid FFC, you are then a registered real estate agent. You have to complete your internship, your NQF4 and your PDE4 in order to become a full status agent. From there, to run your Aunts business, you must complete your NQF5, PDE5 and have a couple years experience in managing an agency to become a principle. Please go to the contact us tab and email us and we will give you a call to discuss.
GOOD DAY
I HAVE A B IURIS DEGREE (LAW) WHICH SHOULD GIVE ME NQF 5 EXEMPTION . MY QUESTION IS : CAN I START MY OWN AGENCY WHILE DOING THE 1 YEAR INTERN OR MUST I FIRST DO THE INTERNSHIP ?
THANKS
ALEX
Good morning Alex, there are a few steps you would need to complete before owning your own agency. Please click on the contact us tab and send us an email so that we can contact you in this regard. Thank you
hi there i want know it is necessary to complete the p.o.e with the real estate agent company, because i am working full time job so i don’t know how can i do it. i want the NQF4 only at this stage now i don’t mind the 12 month intern there’s anyway that i can do it after hours and on my off days thank you
Hi Vuyisile
You can do your NQF Level 4 Real Estate Qualification without having to do your Estate Agents Affairs Board intern logbook 12 month course. Please click on the “contact us” tab on our webpage and we will call you to discuss your options.
Good day, I am interested in becoming a real estate agent as I am quite interested in the property sector. Please could you advise if I would be able to study and do my internship on a part time basis. Right now cant leave my existing job as I will need it to fund my studies until such time that I am qualified. I have completed a certificated in Business Management which equates to a NQF level 5. Please could you advise how I go about getting started. Thank you
Hi Terry
Thank you for your query. Please click on the “contact us” tab on our website and we will get in contact with you regarding your options.
good day. i am interested in becoming an estate agent. i am in east London. where can I start? I have a bachelor of accounting degree. Do I qualify?
Good day Phelisa, that is great news, the real estate industry is a brilliant industry to be in. We will be able to guide you along the way. If you could click on the contact us page and email us, I will respond with advise regarding your degree. Looking forward to assisting you!
Good Day
Please advice if it’s possible for one to pursue a career as an estate agent while they are working their 8-5 job ? If I want to pay my own fees how much would it cost me?
Good day Hope, thank you for your query. I would like to call you to discuss your options. Please click on the contact us page and send us an email with your contact details so that we can be of assistance.
Hi, can i become an estate agent if i am a foreigner living in South Africa (with a valid work visa)? or do i need a study/work visa?
Please contact me via email [email protected]
also can i study to be an estate agent while working my current job 8:00-16:00
thank you
Good morning Tim, thank you for your query. As per your request I have replied via email.
I am interested in being a real estate agent and first i always want to know how in demand are the real estate agents in SA and how do I study with you guys when I am working full time and what is the minimum acceptance qualification do i have to obtain for me to study with you guys and how long would it take for me to actually start working after the training.
Good morning Thandazo, you have some great questions which I would like to contact you about. Please can you click on the contact us tab above, and send me an email with your number, I will call you to discuss! Chat soon!
Hi
My name is Pumza.I have a a diploma in Marketing,I want to study and be a real estate agent but I am blacklisted , do you think that will deny me an opportunity to become a real astate agent?
Hi Pumza. Thank you for your comment. Certainly not, please can you send me an email on the Contact Us tab and I will help you through this process.
Hi how can I study online cos the price is too much for me,yes I appreciate that they send email about the price but eish price too costly maybe online will be much cheaper .I’m in durban thanx a lot
Hi how can I study online cos the price is too much for me,yes I appreciate that they send email about the price but eish price too costly maybe online will be much cheaper .I’m in durban thanx My number 0737103941
Hi Lindy, thank you for your message! Samantha from KZN head office will contact you today.
Hi My name is Bongo
I have a BCom Internal Audit honours and would like to change careers and become an estate agent. Would i qualify for the exemption because of the degree even though it is a different field?
Good morning Bongo, if you could please contact us via email (on the contact us tab), we will happily send you the relevant information regarding your query. For exemptions, you need to be a registered estate agent with the EAAB. Once we receive your email we will be in touch!
I m registered professional architectural draughtsman ,self employed.I like to include selling houses in my day to day jobs.Can this experience help me and how do I qualify.Do I have to complete an internship?
Thank you for your comment Raymond, I would like to talk you through this process regarding your qualification and how it may motivate or exempt you from part of the qualifications process. Please send me your contact details via the ‘contact us’ page. You do have to complete your internship with a registered estate agency.
Hi
I want to sell businesses do I still have to do the Estate agent course or is there another course for this .If you can let me know will really appreciate it .
Hi Gerard, are you referring to Real Estate Businesses? You need to be a registered real estate agent in order to work as a real estate agent. Once you are a registered agent, you will start getting your qualifications to climb from Intern Status, to Full or Principal Status. If you would like us to call you to discuss this, please click on the ‘contact us’ tab and send us your details. Thank you
Good day
Is it possible to do the internship part time? I am currently working full time and I would like to join the estate agent environment when i can know I have secured income, I am a single mom.
Thanks
Zoleka
Hi Zoleka, thank you for your query. The EAAB confirmed that as long you are employed by a registered agency you will be able to apply for your FFC and in turn, start your Intern Logbook. Please use the contact us tab if you would like me to call you to discuss.
Good day
Regarding the NQF level 4 exception , I hold a HIGHER DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS , would I qualify for an exemption? I completed my Diploma in 2007 and at that time it was the equivalent of an NQF level 6 , With 360 credits. Subjects passed , Financial Management , Business Finance , Marketing , Executive development & Human Resources.
Im currently doing my internship and am in possession of a FFC.
Regards
Shafiek
Good day, please contact us through the contact us page so that I can send you relevant information as they are attachments. Thank you for writing to us and I look forward to helping you!
Hi,I’m Leon.do i need matric to become a real estate agent?
Good day Leon, thank you for your question. No you do not. You will just do a bridging course on Maths and Literature, which is nothing daunting.
I’m a students and would like to study part time to become an agent. What steps can I take to study part time.
Kind Regards
Hi Shaazia
Lets discuss your options – please call us on 0861112281 or click on “contact us” above and we will call you.
Good Day
I am working as home loan consultant agent at one of the four big banks, i want to change my careers to become an estate agent, could you please advise me , how to go about registering for the course,cost,duration & which institution
Hello Dumisani
For a clear understanding please read this blog https://www.propacademy.co.za/become-estate-agent/ it is on the “Blog” tab on our webpage. I have your contact details and will try call you today at 5pm as per your request.
I’m a Licensed Real Estate Agent in the USA. Would I need to complete ALL of the above steps to be a Real Estate Agent in South Africa?
HI Tina
Thanks for your enquiry. You would be exempt from certain qualification requirements depending on what existing qualifications you hold. Why not pop me an email at : questions@propacademy and include your diplomas/degrees as well as their subject matter and your years in service. We recognise prior learning in real estate and this could count as credits against our regulated qualifications. Kind regards
Janet
Good Day
I would like to become an agent on part time basis (maybe later go full time or own my own Estate Business),I currently have a full time job and work monday to friday 08:00-17:00.
Is possible to get an agency that can allow me to work after 17:00 and on weekends?
My attempt to get one failed please help me 082 696 9920.
Good day David, thank you for your comment. I will call you today to discuss your options.
hi
I would like to know whether do you assist in finding an estate agent to do internship because it is not easy to find one by oneself. I am in east London and My number is 0838613020. Thank you.
Hi Nela
Thank you for taking my call. Wishing you the best in finding an internship!
Why does an estate agent require the knowledge and understanding of economics ?
Hi Caden
Economics forms a large part of why investors invest, why people buy property. It is part of our profile. If you would like to discuss please click on CONTACT US above and we will call you.
Good Afternoon
I am considering entering a career path in real estate and have contacted a few agencies to hear about their available internship programs. I am however still working and until I found my feet within this new industry I would like to work on a part time basis as an intern. I read on this website that there’s an option to do your internship on a part time basis. Could you maybe advise some of the agencies that allow part time interns? The ones that I have contacted all require full time interns.
Hi Simone, thank you for your message and the call. If you need further help please let me know. Thank you.
Hi
My name is Tibini and I’m interested in a career change to Estate Agency and my contact number is 0792900306. I’ve been contacting some Realtors for internship but no success. Please advice
Good day Tibini, thank you for contacting us. Our head office will call you shortly to assist you.
Good Day
I’m 56 years old and worked as an estate agent in 2008 and 2009 but the 2 companies I worked for never registered me at the EAAB but I did 3 sales then. I would like to become an estate agent again but need to work at the moment to pay my bills. I would like to know if the time I worked will be recognised and secondly can I do my NQF 4 now while still working as a manageress in retail and then only after I passed my studies then do my internship. Lastly is there any way to do my internship part time while still doing my existing job. My contact number is 0818690808. Kind Regards. Rene’
Hi Rene, I have tried to contact you, please let me know when it is convenient to call again. Chat soon!
good morning …im permanently employed but would like to join the industry and become estate agent …can you kindly advice me on where and how to b
Hi Lungie, thank you for your comment. Please click on the contact us page and submit your details privately so that we can call you to advise. Thank you!
Hi
I’m interested in the property sector and would like to become an estate agent. I hold a bachelors degree in law – LLB. My modules include law of property, conveyancing, notarial practice and law of damages. I would like to know if I can be considered for some exemptions on the compulsory course. 0747261493.
Hi Mlungisi, thanks for making contact! You will need to compare your qualification and the subjects to the Equivalency Matrix NQF Level 4. This is found on the EAAB website as a download at the bottom of the page https://www.eaab.org.za/education/equivalency_matrices and exemptions are done directly through the EAAB or let us help you to ensure you get everything submitted correctly https://www.propacademy.co.za/course/recognition-of-prior-learning/ We will also call you to discuss this.
Hi my name is Mark
I was part of a property group in Cape Town from around 2003 till 2008 as a residential agent. I wrote and passed my board exam and held a regular Fidelity Fund Certificate until I left. I have been running my own consultancy business since then and am wanting to get back into the game as a commercial agent with a reputable property group here in Cape Town.I am 61 years of age currently
Please let me know what I will need to do to get started again
Hi Mark, Thank you for your comment. I would need to obtain more information from you. Could you please click on the contact us tab, send us your details and I will call you to assist.
Good Day,
I am currently working full time as an assistant accountant but would like to get my estate agency qualification. I can not leave my current job to do my internship as I have monthly commitments. Is there any possibility of practicing as an estate agent without the internship? or how would one work around this?
Hi Kelley, thank you for the comment. No, to be an intern agent you have to be registered as an Intern Estate Agent with the EAAB. To do this, you need to have a job with an EAAB registered agency. Once you are registered, you can start your Internship and studies. Please make use of our Blog tab, and the Contact Us tab above should you need any further advise, we are here to assist.
Hello
Like so many queries on this discussion board, I really want to attain my Estate Agent Certification and approached the agencies in our town about 3 years ago as I was able to do an internship at the time but they all said they are not taking on interns. It would now not be possible due to work commitments (in the same industry). I am 55 years old and believe not too old to start this journey. I live in a very small town and employment is scarce. I have no problem at all to do as much studying, etc as is required.
Hope you can assist.
Kind regards
Michele Creese
Hi Michele, thank you for your comment. I would like to ask you a few more questions to understand your situation, can you please click on the contact us page so we can call you and discuss your options?
Hi
How does one go about qualifieing as a indpendant Managing Agent owning a Managing Agent business . I would have to start from scratch .
Thank you
Robert Nel
Hi Robert, I would need to call you to chat about this, would you please complete the contact us page and I will call you today? Thank you
Hi my name is Dimakatso and I would love to be a real estate agent, I passed my matric with a diploma And I need help on where to start and to know if my matric diploma qualifies me to get the FETC. My numbers are 0793482083
Hi Dimakatso, if your South African matric shows that you have passed both Maths and a 2nd language, then you can do the standard NQF4 course. However, you need to have a mentor (Registered full status agent for over 3 years) in the industry to assist you. I will give you a call to discuss this further. Thank you for contacting us!
Hi There,
I have been a real estate agent in California, USA from 2009 to 2015.(My license in US is still valid) I now have a permanent residence in South Africa and I want to acquire a license here. If so, please let us know what procedures are available to obtain the license. Please help me for that.
Eliot
Hi Eliot, you need to register as an Estate Agent through the EAAB. To do this, you need to have a job with an Estate Agency. This is your first step. Once you are there, you can start your Intern Logbook through PropAcademy, followed by your NQF4 and then your PDE4 exam. Once this has been done, you will be full status. The EAAB give you 24 months from registering as an agent with them, to become full status. Please click on the contact us page and send us your details should you need us to call you to discuss this.
Hi I really need to know the first step to take in order for me to become a real estate intern. I am in Mtata Eastern cape.
Thank you for your message. Your vision is the first step taken, now let PropAcademy help make it become a reality. (1) You will need to get a job as an intern in an estate agency. (2) Secondly you need to apply for the FFC Certificate through the EAAB, thereafter you have 24 months to move from an Intern Agent to a Full Status Agent which is legal regulations. (3) PropAcademy will assist you in registering for an Intern Logbook, and our system is unique and simplifies the whole process. (4) In addition you will register and study your NQF4 simultaneously whilst doing your logbook, and thereafter complete and pass your PDE4 exam, this process is what will make you a qualified Full Status Estate Agent Instead of being overwhelmed, PropAcademy is a great company tool to guide you through the process which will assist in you step by step to reach your dreams! Form more information please contact us via the contact page. The PropAcademy Team.
Good afternoon. I am interested in Real Estate course. What are the requirements for short courses and how much does it cost?
Hi Caiphus. Please visit our homepage http://www.propacademy for a full process on real estate courses and qualifications needed in the real estate industry. To become a real estate agent you must be employed by a compliant estate agency. Once you are employed you must register with the estate agents afffairs board for a fidelity fund certificate (FFC). Once you have this FFC you must then produce an Intern Logbook PoE which is documented proof that you have been active as an intern agent in the field and that you understand the concept of property. PropAcademy supply a course for this, look under our courses tab. Once you are three months into your intern logbook, we suggest you then start on your NQF4 Real Estate qualification which you should finish within your first year as an agent. Once done you still have to write an exam set by the EAAB called PDE4. You pass this and then become full status. After you are full status you can continue to study to be a principal (own or manage an estate agency) or you can do courses in other aspects of real estate such as commercial & industrial, facilities management etc.
Please contact us to discuss further on 0861112281 or go ahead and register online. Property is an amazing career and we hope you choose this path.
Jean,
I would like to get into buying properties in a portfolio and believe it would be in my interests to study the estate agent course material without actually, becoming an estate agent. How can I go about this.
Hi. I would to do the course and became an estate agent but can i do this as a part time job.
Hi Zaheera. Property is a great industry to get into and we welcome you. You will have to find an agent in your area that you can work for as an intern. Generally estate agency offices welcome assistants. Please pop us an email at [email protected] and give us your cell and preferred time you would like us to call.
Good Day
Im currently working as an intern but have not completed my matric. What are my options in this situation?
Hi Tyrone
You have options! We run a short course for matric Mathematics and Literacy which you must have to get onto your NQF4 qualification. Let us help. Please go ahead and enrol online for the NQF4 course. Please call us should you have any queries at all – 0861112281 – we are here to help.
hi There
i am 47 years old and considering changing careers
i do not have a matric can i still write the exam
also can u write the exam in your own time , while still working in a different field
Thx
Mark
Hi Mark – there are a few qualifications to get through here, firstly an Intern Logbook with the Board for which we have a simple course. You must do this whilst practicing as an estate agent and it must be completed within 12 months from issue of your FFC. Then your NQF4 SSETA qualification which requires maths but we do have a short course for Maths and literacy. Once NQF4 done then PDE4 which is an open book exam with the Board.. Please visit our site again and see our free download EAAB & SSETA Qualification Guide and our Blog Education Reguirements. We would love to hear from you and our number is 0861112281
I am currently a Senior Conveyancing Secretary for 38 years – If I would want to be an Estate Agent/Principal – would I still be required to complete the training internship and the courses – or what would the requirements be. I have previously done the estate agent’s exam
Hi Liz, thanks for your enquiry. I need more information from you to assess your situation and you are welcome to call me 0824146686 or [email protected]. I see you have the old Board Exam so that means that you held a FFC as an Estate Agent. What years did you hold a FFC and when you wrote and passed the Exam do you a) have proof of this and b) what was the status of your FFC in the year you wrote the exam?
hi my name is Ivan Hirwa,im currently finishing my matric this year.And i was wondering is it harder for a foreign national to become a real estate agent here in south africa?
Hi Ivan, if you have the correct documentation it should not be hard to start applying for jobs as an Intern Estate Agent. Once you are registered as an agent, we can assist you with staying compliant. Looking forward to it!
I would like to be contacted concerning the costs and start dates…
Sure Ish, we have emailed you, please can you reply with your contact number and we will call you to discuss.
Good day,
I’m very interested in becoming an estate agent, but a bit confused regarding the educational requirements. Some of the answers to the question of whether a matric was compulsory stated that the two bridging courses, mathematics and literacy would fulfill the requirements, but elsewhere in a comment made by Janet on the 30th November 2015 it was stated that Matric was compulsory. Is the information in this comment (of the 30th) out of date?
Thank you
Kind regards
Hi Annie, I do apologise for missing your comment. To clarify: If you are doing the NQF4 or the NQF4 RPL course, and cannot provide proof that you have passed Mathematics and a 2nd South African language at a Matric level, then you will need to purchase the relevant bridging courses through PropAcademy. The NQF Level 3 Functional Mathematics Course and/or the NQF Level 3 Literacy Course.
Hi! I am currently working full time for a government institute, but I love real estate. Is it possible that I can work and also intern at the same time and if so please recommend companies I can approach for part-time internship so as to acquire the NQF4.
I reside in Pretoria.
Regards
Hi Mmabatho,
Thank you for writing to us. Yes, working part-time at an agency is possible. My suggestion is to please look for agencies in Pretroia and start applying for part-time positions. It is an option to start studying your NQF4 in the meantime if you have a Mentor (a Full Status Agent who has held their status for 3 years or a Principal Agent). Please click on the contact us tab above, and we can call you to discuss this further.
Hi there!
Can you please assist with information with regards to attorneys becoming estate agents.
What are the requirements?
Do we need to write the exams?
Is the FFC the same as the one that we have with the Law Society?
Any other info that we should be aware of or take into consideration?
We will register our law firm and noted all the requirements regarding the use of a name ect ect, but are unsure about the abovementioned questions!
Your help would be much appreciated.
Hi I wanted to know if I was eligible to become a real estate agent if I dropped out of high school
Good Day,
I wish to ask the following:
1. If someone is working full time. Do they need to stop working in order to do the 12 months internship.
2. Is it available for people who do not have matric.
YANGA
Hi Yanga
1. Being a real estate property practitioner is a full time job, but some agencies do employ part time agents.
2. We run a very short bridging course for Fundamental Mathematics and Literacy if you do not have Matric. These are at NQF3 level.
Please call if you have any further queries? 0861112281
Good Day
I am interested in becoming an estate agent, I have a B Comm Accounting degree with over 17 years experience and around 3 years experience as a franchisee of the Kauai Brand , and I would like to know the steps forward to become an estate agent. I am from Johannesburg North .
Your assistance will be greatly appreciated.
Regards Seshini Naidoo
Hi Seshini.
Any person holding an accredited NQF6 qualification from a tertiary institution, regardless of what the qualification is, may be exempted from NQF4 Real Estate 59097.
Any person holding an accredited NQF7 qualification from a tertiary institution may be found exempt from NQF5 Real Estate.
I have a legal degree and would like to venture into a real estate career. Would I be required to be an intern or I can be allowed to write exams
Hi Solly, you still need to do your internship.
Any person holding an accredited NQF7 qualification from a tertiary institution may be found exempt from NQF4 & 5 Real Estate.
I qualified as an agent many years go, before they changed everything. If I want to get back into the industry is any consideration made for my previous certificate?
Hi Rob,
You would need to contact the EAAB, 087 285 3222, verify who you are and advise them of your plan. They will then advise you of the process depending on your previous experience with them. We can then assist you with the courses needed. Looking forward to it.
I currently live in America but would like to do the course. Is there any way I could take the course from here?
Hi Cody
Please click on the contact us tab and send us your details, and specify which course you are interested in, and we will assist.
Hi! Hope this message finds you well. I am currently a interior design student. I have been contemplating to maybe also do real estate. I was wondering if it would be possible to work in my field and study your courses at the same time, or is the courses full time?
Hi Bianca It is an occupational qualification where you need to input practical evidence and workplace evidence. Can you not get a part time position in an agency to help you through that section of your work? The other option is that you leave your Intern Logbook until you become and agent, and complete your NQF Level 4 Real Estate 59097 now, with a PropAcademy Mentor. Can I ask you to email [email protected] so that we can help?
Hi I always had interest in properties. I have an MBA and I would like to become an agent
Kind regards
Hans
Hello Hans! Your MBA will help you with exemption against NQF4 & 5 however many people opt to rather do the courses as they gain knowledge and this enables them to generate more income. Click on the contact us tab and send us your contact number, we will then call you to plan your way forward.
Hi I am interested in pursuing commercial property sales how do I go about it? Must I first get a job with an established estate agency? and then join as a intern and write my first exam after two years?
Kind Regards
Steve
Hi Steve, you do need to join an agency, and gain expertise in commercial courses. You would follow the process of Logbook, NQF4 and PDE4. More of this info is under FREEBIES. You can start with some courses prior to getting a job. Please reach out to us on the CONTACT US tab and we will call you.
Sir or Madam how a you I’m very interesting for doing this course please accept my aplication
Hi Sphiwe, you will apply for the course of interest on the COURSES tab.
Hi there,
I live in New Zealand and looking to move back in 6-12 months. Am I able to write exams overseas?
Regards