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Alberta Real Estate Tutor
by Raman Gakhal
If you're interested in a real estate career, this podcast will provide you with tips and tactics to help you in that journey. Join your Alberta Real Estate Tutor, Raman, in this highly actionable show that helps you become a Real Estate Agent in Alberta. Get an in-depth understanding of key exam topics, real estate vocabulary, exam questions as well as tips and tactics for passing the Alberta Real Estate licensing exam. The show also features interviews with Real Estate Agents practicing in Alberta as well as students who have passed the exams recently. "Subscribe" now and get started in you real estate career in Alberta. For more resources, please visit www.albertarealestateschool.com
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Who Pays Real Estate Listing Expenses if the Seller Changes Their Mind?
Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at 📞: 587-936-7779 What happens to listing expenses if a seller changes their mind during a Seller Representation Agreement? Real estate professionals are generally paid through commission when the...
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Trust Account vs Operating Account What Happens During a Trust Shortage
Trust Account vs Operating Account: What Happens During a Trust Shortage? Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 What happens if there is a trust account shortage in a real estate brokerage? Real estate brokerages typically...
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Title Insurance Explained Lender Policy vs Owner Policy
Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 What's the difference between Lender Title Insurance and Owner Title Insurance? Lender Policy A lender title insurance policy protects the mortgage lender's interest in the property.…
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Why Some Real Estate Agents Succeed: The Power of Lead Generation
Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 What separates successful real estate agents from those who struggle to get started? Real estate is often misunderstood as simply "joining a brokerage and getting clients." In reality,...
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Sublease vs Assignment of Lease What's the Difference
Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 Confused about subletting, assignment of lease, and privity concepts? Here's a simple breakdown. Sublease (Subletting) A tenant rents part or all of their leased space to another…
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Seller Representation Agreements: What Happens If the Seller Doesn't Renew?
Seller Representation Agreements: What Happens If the Seller Doesn't Renew? Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 If a seller decides not to renew a Seller Representation Agreement, do they still owe the agent for…
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RMS Measurements Do You Measure a House From the Inside or Outside
Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 Confused about RMS measurements and bay windows? When measuring a home under the Residential Measurement Standard (RMS), the home is generally measured from the exterior. However,...
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Real Estate Incentives: Do Promotions Have to Be Offered to Everyone?
Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 Real Estate Incentives: Do Promotions Have to Be Offered to Everyone? Do real estate incentives always have to be advertised publicly to everyone? Not necessarily. An incentive does…
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Purchase Contract vs Addendum: Where Do Inclusions Go in Alberta Real Estate?
Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 Purchase Contract vs Addendum: Where Do Inclusions Go in Alberta Real Estate? Should a client add something directly into the purchase contract or use an addendum? The answer depends…
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Post Tension Cables in Condos Why Are They a Concern
Post-Tension Cables in Condos: Why Are They a Concern? Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 What are post-tension cables, and why can they affect condo purchases and financing? Many older high-rise buildings used...
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Percentage Lease Explained How Do Landlords Share in Retail Revenue
Percentage Lease Explained: How Do Landlords Share in Retail Revenue? Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 What is a percentage lease in commercial real estate? A percentage lease is commonly used in retail properties,...
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Titles Delays: What Does "Pending Registration" Mean?
Titles Delays: What Does "Pending Registration" Mean? Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 What happens when Land Titles is backlogged? If registrations have not yet been fully processed — including certain notices or...
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Fee Simple Ownership & Airspace Can You Build Anything Above Your Property
Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at 📞: 587-936-7779 What does it mean when fee simple ownership rights extend from the surface to the airspace? While fee simple ownership includes rights associated with the land and the space above…
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What happens when the government takes a property through expropriation?
Enroll in our courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at 📞: 587-936-7779 What happens when the government takes a property through expropriation? If a government authority needs land for a public project — such as building a recreation centre, road…
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Do Real Estate Ads Need the Brokerage Name Social Media Rules Explained
Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 Do Real Estate Ads Need the Brokerage Name? Social Media Rules Explained Do real estate advertisements on Instagram, Facebook, or social media need to show the brokerage name? If a…
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Default Insurance vs Title Insurance What's the Difference
Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 Confused about default insurance and title insurance? They are not the same thing. Default Insurance (High-Ratio Mortgage Insurance) When a buyer has a high-ratio mortgage — meaning…
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Commercial Real Estate Capital Stack First Mortgages, Mezzanine Loans & Junior Debt Explained
Trying to understand first mortgages, mezzanine loans, junior mortgages, and the capital stack in commercial real estate? Think of the capital stack as the mix of debt and equity used to finance a commercial property purchase or development. For example, on a $5 million commercial project, a bank...
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Can a Brokerage Use a Client List for Marketing Consent Rules Explained
Can a Brokerage Use a Client List for Marketing? Consent Rules Explained Enroll in courses here: https://www.albertarealestateschool.com/shop/ or call our Success Team at : 587-936-7779 Can a brokerage use its client list for marketing without getting additional consent? It depends on what the...
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Are Residential Mortgages Really Simple?
Are Residential Mortgages Really Simple? | Alberta Mortgage Exam Prep Are residential mortgages simple… or can they be just as complex as commercial deals? Many students assume commercial mortgages are complicated and residential mortgages are straightforward. That assumption can cost you marks…
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Joint Tenancy vs Tenants in Common Explained | Alberta Real Estate & Mortgage Exam Prep
With Tenants in Common, each owner holds a separate ownership share, and their interest passes to their estate — not automatically to the co-owner. Example: If two friends purchase a rental property together and register as joint tenants, one friend's share would automatically transfer to the…
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How to Use Active Listings in a CMA | Alberta Real Estate Exam Prep
How to Use Active Listings in a CMA | Alberta Real Estate Exam Prep When preparing a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA), should you use only sold properties — or do active listings matter too? This is a very common Alberta real estate exam question, and it's also a real-world conversation you will...
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Classes of Real Estate Licenses in Alberta Explained | RECA Exam Prep
Classes of Real Estate Licenses in Alberta Explained | RECA Exam Prep Can you hold more than one real estate license in Alberta? And what exactly does "class of license" mean? This is a commonly misunderstood topic on the Alberta real estate and mortgage licensing exams — and it shows up in…
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Alberta Real Estate Exam Prep Q&A 52: Services Provided to Customers
In today's Question of the day, we are going to determine the type of service provided to customers in the given scenario. Multiple-choice question: Mark Roberts is holding an open house at his client Mary's property. John who comes to look at the house is interested in it and wants to put in an...
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What's the difference between a CMA, a real estate appraisal, and an income analysis?
This is one of the most tested comparison questions on the Alberta real estate and mortgage licensing exams — and understanding the distinction is critical. In this video from The Alberta Real Estate School, we break down the differences clearly and simply: CMA (Comparative Market Analysis) •...
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Transaction Brokerage in Alberta: Do You Disclose a Second Offer?
Transaction Brokerage in Alberta: Do You Disclose a Second Offer? What happens if another offer comes in during transaction brokerage? This is a highly tested concept on the Alberta real estate licensing exam — and many students get it wrong. In this video from The Alberta Real Estate School, we...
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RMS Measurements & Sloped Ceilings Explained | Alberta Real Estate Exam Prep How do sloped ceilings affect RMS measurements in Alberta?
RMS Measurements & Sloped Ceilings Explained | Alberta Real Estate Exam Prep How do sloped ceilings affect RMS measurements in Alberta? This is a highly tested measurement concept on the Alberta real estate licensing exam — and it can be confusing if you don't understand the two-step rule. In…
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Can You Add Conditions After an Offer Is Accepted? | Alberta Real Estate Exam Prep
Can you add conditions after an offer has already been accepted? This is one of the most common questions students ask when preparing for the Alberta real estate licensing exam. In this short training video from The Alberta Real Estate School, we break down exactly what happens once an offer is...
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If There's No Buyer's Agent, Does the Seller Save on Commission? 💰🏡 | Alberta Real Estate Explained
If There's No Buyer's Agent, Does the Seller Save on Commission? 💰🏡 | Alberta Real Estate Explained In this Q&A session, Raman explains what really happens when a buyer comes without an agent — and whether the seller actually saves on commission. Here's what you'll learn in this video: 🤝 How...
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Broker Delegation of Responsibilities | How Brokers Can Delegate Tasks in Alberta
Broker Delegation of Responsibilities 🏢 | How Brokers Can Delegate Tasks in Alberta In this Q&A session, Raman explains how broker delegation works in Alberta real estate brokerages — an important concept for both brokers and associates to understand. Here's what you'll learn in this video…
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How Do You Access MLS in Canada? 🏡 | Realtor.ca vs. Licensed MLS Access
How Do You Access MLS in Canada? 🏡 | Realtor.ca vs. Licensed MLS Access In this Q&A session, Raman clears up a common confusion about MLS® access. Here's what you'll learn in this video: 🔍 Public Access: • Anyone can search for properties through realtor.ca, Canada's public-facing platform that...
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Investing Condo Fees… Where Does the Interest Go? 🏢💰 | Alberta Condo Reserve Funds Explained
Investing Condo Fees… Where Does the Interest Go? 🏢💰 | Alberta Condo Reserve Funds Explained In this Q&A session, Raman answers a question many condo owners — and future REALTORS® — have: when condo fees are invested and earn interest, where does that money go? Here's what you'll learn in this...
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Who Likes Condominiums? 🏢 | Why Seniors and Young Buyers Choose Condos in Alberta
Who Likes Condominiums? 🏢 | Why Seniors and Young Buyers Choose Condos in Alberta In this Q&A session, Raman explains why condominiums appeal to different groups of buyers, from seniors to young professionals and first-time homeowners. Here's what you'll learn in this video: 👵 Seniors &…
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Joining a Cloud Brokerage as a New Realtor 🏡☁️ | What to Consider Before You Decide
Joining a Cloud Brokerage as a New Realtor 🏡☁️ | What to Consider Before You Decide In this Q&A session, Raman shares an honest and practical perspective on what new REALTORS® should think about before joining a cloud brokerage. Here's what you'll learn in this video: 🤝 Mentorship Matters — As…
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Do You Need an ESA Every Time for a Rural Property? 🌾🏡 | Environmental Site Assessment Explained
Do You Need an ESA Every Time for a Rural Property? 🌾🏡 | Environmental Site Assessment Explained In this short Q&A session, Raman answers a common financing question: 👉 Do lenders require an Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) every time for a rural property? Here's what you'll learn: 🏡 ESA...
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Can a Mortgage Insurer Come After A Person Who Defaulted
Can a Mortgage Insurer Come After You if You Default? | CMHC Explained In this Q&A session, Raman clears up a big misconception about mortgage default insurance in Canada. Many people believe that once CMHC or another insurer pays the lender, the borrower is off the hook — but that's not always...
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Mortgage Insurance in Canada - CMHC, High-Ratio Mortgages & First Time Buyers
Getting to the Bottom of Mortgage Insurance in Canada 🏡 | CMHC, High-Ratio Mortgages & First-Time Buyers In this Q&A session, Raman breaks down one of the most misunderstood topics in Canadian real estate — mortgage default insurance (a.k.a. CMHC insurance). Here's what you'll learn in this…
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Does Renting a Room Make Your Property a Rental Property in Alberta? 🏡
Does Renting a Room Make Your Property a Rental Property in Alberta? 🏡 💬 In this Q&A clip, Raman explains an important legal distinction in Alberta real estate — whether renting out a room in your home makes it a rental property. Here's what you'll learn in this session: 🏠 Owner-Occupied...
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Why We Pull the Title and Historical Title in Alberta Real Estate 🏡 | Must-Know for REALTORS®
Why We Pull the Title and Historical Title in Alberta Real Estate 🏡 | Must-Know for REALTORS® In this Q&A clip, Raman explains why real estate professionals in Alberta should pull both the current title and the historical title when working with a property. Here's what you'll learn in this...
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Is a Mobile Home a Condominium in Alberta 🏡 Key Differences Explained
Is a Mobile Home a Condominium in Alberta? 🏡 | Key Differences Explained In this short Q&A clip, Raman explains why a mobile home is not considered a condominium under Alberta real estate law — and how ownership works differently. Here's what you'll learn in this session: 🏠 A mobile home park…
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Condo Classifications in Alberta | Conventional, Bare-Land, Bare-Land Built-Out & Barely Blended 🏢🏡
Condo Classifications in Alberta | Conventional, Bare-Land, Bare-Land Built-Out & Barely Blended 🏢🏡 In this Q&A session, Raman breaks down the four main types of condo classifications in Alberta real estate and how they work in practice. Here's what you'll learn in this clip: 🏢 Conventional...
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Low Co-operating Commission in Real Estate | How to Handle It as a Buyer's Agent 💼🏡
Low Co-operating Commission in Real Estate | How to Handle It as a Buyer's Agent 💼🏡 In this Q&A clip, Raman breaks down a very real scenario many REALTORS® face in Alberta — when the co-operating commission offered by the seller is lower than the fee agreed to with the buyer. Here's what you'll...
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Transferring the Land Title in Alberta | Costs, Taxes & Legal Steps Explained 🏡
Transferring the Land Title in Alberta | Costs, Taxes & Legal Steps Explained 🏡 In this Q&A excerpt, Raman explains what happens when you transfer the land title of a property in Alberta — whether it's between family members, partners, or other ownership changes. Here's what's covered in this...
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Key Hand-Off on Possession Day | How the Final Step Works in Alberta Real Estate
Key Hand-Off on Possession Day | How the Final Step Works in Alberta Real Estate In this short Q&A clip, Raman explains how the key hand-off works on possession day in a typical Alberta real estate transaction. Once the buyer's lawyer sends the funds to the seller's lawyer and the funds are...
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What Happens to the Deposit When a Real Estate Deal Falls Through in Alberta 💰🏡
What Happens to the Deposit When a Real Estate Deal Falls Through in Alberta 💰 🏡 In this Q&A clip, Raman explains one of the most common questions buyers have — what happens to the deposit if the deal doesn't go through? Here's what's covered in this session: 💵 Before Condition Removal — If...
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The Warranties Section of the Purchase Contract Explained | Alberta Real Estate Q&A
The Warranties Section of the Purchase Contract Explained | Alberta Real Estate Q&A In this Q&A session, Raman breaks down one of the most important sections of the Alberta Residential Purchase Contract — Warranties and Representations. This section outlines what the seller is guaranteeing to the...
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Real Estate Conflict of Interest Explained | 2 Must-Know Scenarios for Agents
Real Estate Conflict of Interest Explained | 2 Must-Know Scenarios for Agents What does a conflict of interest really look like in real estate? In this video, Raman from the Alberta Real Estate School walks you through two real-life scenarios every agent should understand: 1️⃣ When a realtor...
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Straight From The Parking Lot Of Victory!
Straight from the parking lot of victory! 🚗✅ One of our amazing students just crushed the Practice of Mortgage exam—and couldn't wait to jump on our Live Q&A Zoom to share his excitement. His words? "I was over-prepared. The exam felt easy after going through the Alberta Real Estate School's…
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What Is Fee Simple Ownership? (Alberta Real Estate Explained)
What does "fee simple" really mean in Alberta real estate? It's the most common form of land ownership — but students often get confused by the legal wording. In this quick explainer, we cover: What fee simple ownership means under Alberta's Land Titles Act Why it's considered the highest form of...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
If you're interested in a real estate career, this podcast will provide you with tips and tactics to help you in that journey. Join your Alberta Real Estate Tutor, Raman, in this highly actionable show that helps you become a Real Estate Agent in Alberta. Get an in-depth understanding of key exam topics, real estate vocabulary, exam questions as well as tips and tactics for passing the Alberta Real Estate licensing exam. The show also features interviews with Real Estate Agents practicing in Alberta as well as students who have passed the exams recently. "Subscribe" now and get started in you real estate career in Alberta. For more resources, please visit www.albertarealestateschool.com
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Raman Gakhal
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