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  • Registration Now Open: TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2024

    Registration Now Open: TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2024

    The long wait is finally over! Registration is now open for TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2024. PATHWAYS TO SUCCESSExplore exciting new opportunities and navigate the next steps on your real estate journey. TRREB REALTOR® QUEST allows you to tap into exclusive resources and gain access to world-class speakers. Immerse yourself in two days of inspiration, education, and networking on May…

  • What’s in Store for the 2024 Market Outlook – Find Out More

    What’s in Store for the 2024 Market Outlook – Find Out More

    Curious about what’s in store this year for the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) real estate market? Wondering how shifting trends and economic factors might influence your buying or selling decisions?  On Thursday, February 8, nearly 700 TRREB Members, industry partners, the media and policymakers attended TRREB’s 2024 Market Outlook & Year in Review event to find out…

  • What’s Next for New and Resale Homes?

    What’s Next for New and Resale Homes?

    The traditionally busy spring season and lower interest rates are two factors that may drive up activity in the housing market. Our latest Ready to Real Estate podcast episode features two data experts: Ray Wong, Vice President of Data Operations at Altus Group, and Sean Simpson, Vice President of Ipsos Public Affairs. They will talk about what lies…

  • The REALTORS® Who Will Thrive in a ChatGPT Future

    The REALTORS® Who Will Thrive in a ChatGPT Future

    AI can interpret, forecast, and execute certain tasks much faster than a human can. For instance, it might forecast the number of transactions in a year, the areas in a particular market that will see the highest levels of growth, and even the selling price of properties. AI analysis is so swift, in part, because…

  • Exciting Opportunity: Be a Part of TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2024

    Exciting Opportunity: Be a Part of TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2024

    TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2023 was a resounding success with over 10,000 attendees, 20 dynamic speakers, and more than 200 industry-leading experts. We’re gearing up to do it all over again, but with even more in store. This year, we’re taking our attendees on a journey to discover Pathways to Success.Don’t miss this opportunity to differentiate your business and join in on…

  • Why Every REALTOR® Should Consider Podcasting

    Why Every REALTOR® Should Consider Podcasting

    Podcasts have been growing in popularity for about 15 years, and social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic got even more people hooked on podcasts. One in four Canadians now listens to an average of five podcasts per week — a demographic too large for any REALTOR® keen on marketing to ignore.  Doug Downs is the President…

  • The Body Language that Builds Trust or Exposes Lies

    The Body Language that Builds Trust or Exposes Lies

    If you’re a REALTOR®, you know that showing empathy is critical to building a trusting relationship with clients or potential clients. Empathy isn’t only demonstrated in what you say, though. It is also demonstrated in what you do. To talk about how body language can help REALTORS® build trust with clients, Pamela Barnum, a non-verbal communication expert,…

  • How “Brand Hysteria” Built Johnny Cupcakes

    How “Brand Hysteria” Built Johnny Cupcakes

    REALTORS® looking to make their mark with a unique, personal, and fun approach to marketing can draw inspiration from the self-titled “brand hysteria expert,” Johnny Cupcakes. He grew a business, selling t-shirts from the back of a car, into an international brand worth millions. And he shared his creative approach to building brand loyalty with TRREB…

  • TRREB Members Supporting the Ontario REALTORS Care® Foundation

    TRREB Members Supporting the Ontario REALTORS Care® Foundation

    Housing and food insecurities are increasing throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and beyond.  To combat these growing issues, the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) donates nearly $1 million each year to give back to the Ontario REALTORS Care® Foundation (ORCF) on behalf of our Members.  Since 2008, TRREB has participated in the ORCF’s Every REALTOR® Campaign where TRREB donates $1…

  • Making a Lasting Change and Inspiring Hope

    Making a Lasting Change and Inspiring Hope

    Our Members are committed to delivering and inspiring lasting change in their communities. They continue to demonstrate their passion for supporting those in need through food drives, fundraisers, and much more.

  • TRREB REALTOR® QUEST: Call for Speakers

    TRREB REALTOR® QUEST: Call for Speakers

    Help us spread the word. We’re looking for speakers for TRREB REALTOR® QUEST, Canada’s largest real estate conference and trade show, taking place on May 15 & 16, 2024 at the Toronto Congress Centre. TRREB is seeking experienced thought leaders and industry experts to present on emerging trends relating to technology, law, and marketing, or…

  • How You’re Building Stronger Communities

    How You’re Building Stronger Communities

    You’re passionate about raising awareness for the importance of safe and affordable housing. That’s why on Wednesday, May 10 and Wednesday, May 24, TRREB Members from the Young Professionals Network and Communications & Member Engagement Committee gathered for the Habitat for Humanity GTA Build Days in Toronto to help construct a home. Habitat for Humanity GTA is…