*The total cost is approximately $6,500.

That amount is spread out over about six months, depending on how fas t you complete the course.

Summary of licensing fees:

  • Real Estate Trading Services Course - $1450 (Paid on Registration)
  • Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) exam - $294(Possible Exceptions)
  • Calculator - $100 (you can usually find one to borrow)
  • Exam - $200
  • Applied Practice Course - $975
  • License fee with the BCFSA - $1630 (Paid after passing)
  • Board start up fees - $2000 (One time only, including AIR, BCREA, CREA) This fee varies from board to board)
  • Total startup Costs: approximately $6,500
  • Financing available with qualification