OREA Residential Transactions 4

Question 1

In Ontario, what is the role of the 'listing brokerage' in a residential transaction?

Accepted Answer

To represent the seller, market the property, arrange showings, present offers, and facilitate the transaction on behalf of the seller

Answer

The listing brokerage represents the seller under a listing agreement, providing services including property marketing, arranging showings, receiving and presenting offers, negotiating on behalf of the seller, and facilitating the transaction through to closing.

Question 2

What is a 'comparative market analysis' (CMA) in Ontario residential real estate?

Accepted Answer

An analysis prepared by a real estate salesperson comparing the subject property to recently sold, currently listed, and expired listings to estimate a property's market value

Answer

A CMA is a tool used by real estate salespersons to help sellers determine a listing price and buyers determine an offer price. It compares the subject property to similar properties that have recently sold, are currently listed, or were listed but did not sell.

Question 3

In Ontario, what is a 'multiple listing service' (MLS) system?

Accepted Answer

A cooperative database operated by organized real estate where member brokerages share property listings and cooperate in the sale of properties

Answer

The MLS system is a cooperative marketing tool where participating brokerages share property listings. Listing brokerages agree to cooperate with buyer brokerages and share commission. The MLS provides broad market exposure and standardized property information.

Question 4

What is an 'offer with conditions' (conditional offer) in Ontario residential real estate?

Accepted Answer

An offer that includes one or more conditions that must be satisfied before the offer becomes firm and binding

Answer

A conditional offer includes conditions precedent (such as financing, home inspection, or sale of the buyer's property) that must be satisfied or waived within a specified timeframe. Until conditions are fulfilled or waived, the agreement is not firm and binding.

Question 5

In Ontario, what is a 'Buyer Representation Agreement' (BRA)?

Accepted Answer

A written agreement between a buyer and a brokerage that establishes the brokerage as the buyer's representative, including terms of service and commission

Answer

A BRA formalizes the relationship between a buyer and a brokerage. It specifies the type of properties sought, the geographic area, the term of the agreement, the commission or remuneration, and the duties and obligations of both parties.

Ontario Real Estate Practice Test

Ontario Real Estate Practice Test

OREA Residential Transactions 4