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Unauthorized lockbox use triggers action and reform by real estate authorities

Unauthorized lockbox use triggers action and reform by real estate authorities

by Mario Toneguzzi | Jul 28, 2025 | Boards & Associations, News

Unauthorized use of real estate lockboxes is becoming a growing concern, prompting regulators, brokerages, and real estate boards to crack down on agents who allow unsupervised access to homes. Designed to securely store keys and facilitate scheduled showings,...

OPINION: Alberta’s real estate regulator must do better

OPINION: Alberta’s real estate regulator must do better

by Brad Mitchell | Jun 6, 2025 | Boards & Associations, Guest Columns

Brad Mitchell is the CEO of the Alberta Real Estate Association, a not-for-profit professional association representing the interests of more than 15,000 Alberta Realtors from 10 local real estate boards/associations. Albertans deserve the confidence that their...