Earn the FRI Designation

​The FRI designation elevates your status as a real estate practitioner who has acquired advanced skills and knowledge, and met nationally-recognized business and ethical standards. It is acknowledged by the real estate community as a standard of excellence and accomplishment.

​To apply for the FRI program, you must have a valid real estate license for a minimum of 5 years and be actively involved in real estate sales at the time of your application.

The FRI curriculum enhances your knowledge and skills in legal and regulatory issues, advanced negotiation techniques, and professional ethics with real world applications. 

Apply for the FRI program now!

Are you a real estate executive who doesn't hold a license?

For individuals who have carved a niche in real estate, the FRI (E) signifies experience, credibility, professionalism, and real estate excellence.  Get the recognition you deserve and obtain your Fellow of the Real Estate Institute Executive -  FRI (E). 

For more information, please contact an REIC Team member.

Why Achieve the FRI Designation

​~ Demonstrate expertise and integrity to clients
~ Increase your earning potential
~ Enhance your professional profile
~ Position yourself as an industry leader
~ Boost your real estate business

Why Hire an FRI

​~ Has a minimum of five years of creditable real estate experience
~ Has worked to gain additional professional knowledge and expertise above licencing requirements
~ Is committed to serving you in realizing your real estate goals
~ Is a real estate professional who will look after your best interests and whose business ethics are unquestionable.

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​You can search for an FRI professional in your area using the Find a Member directory.

BECOME AN REIC CANDIDATE

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To obtain the FRI designation you must first apply for Candidacy with REIC. Becoming a Candidate is your first step toward achieving an REIC designation.

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Mercedes Wong, FRI 

​"The FRI designation helped me build my skills, knowledge and experience. When clients see my designation, they are assured my service meets the highest standards."

The FRI Roadmap

Take the steps to earning the FRI (Fellow of the Real Estate Institute) Designation

APPLY

Apply for Candidacy and complete the application package. Once your application is approved*, you will become an REIC Candidate and have access to member benefits. 

​*including a non-refundable application fee

REQUIRED EDUCATION

You will need to have your valid real estate license for a minimum of five (5) years and successfully complete the following courses:​​

REIC 2600, REIC 2270, 
REIC 2360, and REIC 2280

EXPERIENCE INTERVIEW​

Once you have completed your education requirements and have submitted the required experience forms, a qualified representative from REIC will contact you for your experience interview.

ACHIEVE DESIGNATION​

You will receive your designation certificate, FRI pin and full membership after all requirements have been met including your acceptance of the REIC Code of Professional Standards and becoming a member of the local chapter (where applicable).​

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