Independent real estate brokers are not affiliated to any brokerage firm of the franchise type. In average, they have more than 20 years of experience within the industry. These figures demonstrate that they are first and foremost true professionals. It also shows the difference with their franchised colleagues where there is the largest number of brokers having less than five years of experience.
 
To stay that long within the industry, these independent entrepreneurs need to show a sense of duty and be dedicated to their work. Relying on their consulting role, independent brokers profit from their extensive knowledge of the industry. Furthermore, they provide customized follow ups for all of their projects.


Apart from their years of experience, surveys conducted with independent brokers have revealed data of the utmost importance for consumers:
·         72% of independent brokers have studied beyond the college level.
·         65% of independent brokers have stated that they are engaged in continuous training in fields not related to the industry and not necessarily required by law. Such data really shows the independent brokers' concern to have the right skills to meet their profession's requirements. At the same time, it ensures consumers of the quality and expertise of independent brokers.
·         90% of independent brokers work full-time within the real estate brokerage industry.
·         Most of the independent brokers work within a team (an average of three brokers per office) and operate from a place of business. 
 
In addition, independent real estate brokers constitute more than 37% of all licensees identified by the Organisme d'autoréglementation du courtage immobilier du Québec (OACIQ)*. Therefore, they are part of the most significant group of professionals in real estate to practice in Québec. They can be found in all regions of Québec. They deal with all real estate specialties whether residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, leasing, land, etc.

An independent real estate broker is a reliable source
 
Independent real estate brokers assume their full responsibility as entrepreneurs. They are career professionals in the real estate sector who can help you sell your property or find your dream home. As well, all members of the Réseau des courtiers immobiliers indépendants du Québec (RCIIQ) provide an additional protection to consumers while abiding by the most rigorous membership rules to be applied in Québec. 
 
Members of the Réseau des courtiers immobiliers indépendants du Québec (RCIIQ) build on their overall resources to offer a wide variety of services and marketing programs that meet consumers highest expectations.