Passit Scout: Find Local Real Estate Brokerages, Teams and Events in Ontario
Planning a career in real estate? Finding the right brokerage and building industry connections are important steps, and you don’t have to wait until you’ve finished your courses to get started.
Passit Scout makes it easy to discover real estate brokerages and teams seeking new agents in your area, explore local industry events and connect directly with the people who can help you get started.
Best of all, Scout is free to explore. You don’t need a Passit study guide or even a Passit account.
In This Article
- See how the new Passit Scout works
- Why start looking for a brokerage before you finish your courses?
- Scout starts with where you want to work
- Get to know brokerages and teams before reaching out
- Discover local real estate events — even before you enrol in the Salesperson Program
- How do Ontario real estate brokerages recruit new agents?
- Four questions worth asking a potential brokerage
- Common questions about finding a brokerage or team in Ontario
See How the New Passit Scout Works
Why Start Looking for a Brokerage Before You Finish Your Courses?
In Ontario, completing the Real Estate Salesperson Program is only part of becoming a registered real estate salesperson.
The Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) requires you to be employed by a registered brokerage before you can become registered as a real estate salesperson in Ontario. Your brokerage must be identified as part of your registration application.
RECO also recommends contacting several brokerages to compare their compensation structures, working environments and professional development opportunities.
It is ideal to start these conversations well before your final Ontario real estate exam.
The brokerage you choose has a significant impact on your first year. Training, mentorship, administrative support and access to experienced agents all influence how smoothly you move from learning about real estate to actually working with clients.
Making connections early gives you time to understand your options, attend events and ask better questions. You may even discover opportunities to learn from experienced professionals before you’re registered.
Scout Starts With Where You Want to Work
Scout starts with your Planned Trading Area — where you intend to build your real estate career once registered with RECO.
For example, you might live in Mississauga but plan to trade primarily in Oakville. Simply select Oakville as your Planned Trading Area and Scout will highlight local brokerages and teams that welcome connections from aspiring and newly registered agents, along with relevant opportunities and events.
Note: Not every brokerage or team in Ontario focuses on recruiting agents who are just starting out. Scout helps you connect directly with those that do, making it easier to find organizations interested in helping new agents begin their careers.
Get to Know Brokerages and Teams Before Reaching Out
Scout profiles help you look beyond brokerage names and logos.
You can explore what individual brokerages and teams offer, learn about their approach to training and support and get a better sense of what makes each organization different.
Scout Videos go a step further, introducing the people, culture and opportunities behind participating brokerages and teams.
When you’re interested in more information, Scout makes the next step straightforward. Open a profile and use Request Info to connect directly with the person responsible for working with prospective new agents.
No middleman. No lengthy search for the right contact.
Discover Local Real Estate Events — Even Before You Enrol
One of Scout’s most valuable features has nothing to do with choosing a brokerage immediately.
Scout Events highlights opportunities to meet people and learn more about working in real estate.
Participating brokerages and teams host career information sessions, networking events, office introductions and training seminars. Some help you explore career opportunities and meet the people behind local brokerages. Others give you access to experienced agents sharing practical knowledge, discussing current market challenges and explaining how they handle real-world situations.
These events can be valuable whether you’re studying for your first exam, approaching the end of the Salesperson Program or simply considering real estate as a career.
It’s an opportunity to learn directly from people doing the job you’re preparing for — before you’ve even started your career.
When an event interests you, you can RSVP directly through Scout, without needing a Passit account or a Passit study guide.
The right event can introduce you to ideas, challenges and opportunities you hadn’t even considered — and help you discover the questions you didn’t know you should be asking.
How Do Ontario Real Estate Brokerages Recruit New Agents?
Brokerages and real estate teams recruit new salespersons in several ways. Some promote career opportunities online while others rely on referrals, personal introductions, career events and conversations with learners completing their education.
Scout brings these opportunities into one local discovery platform.
Participating brokerages and teams can introduce their organization, explain what they offer new agents and invite interested candidates to make direct contact.
For someone entering the profession, that’s a useful starting point. You can explore opportunities before making a commitment and compare brokerages and teams based on what matters most to you.
Four Questions Worth Asking a Potential Brokerage
Commission splits are important, but they rarely tell the whole story. When researching brokerages, consider asking:
- What training and mentorship will I receive? Ask who will help when you prepare your first offer or encounter an unfamiliar situation.
- What will it actually cost me? Understand monthly fees, transaction charges, marketing costs and services that may cost extra.
- Who supports new agents day to day? Find out whether help comes from a manager, mentor, administrator or another salesperson.
- What business-building support is available? Ask about marketing tools, technology, lead generation and opportunities to learn from experienced agents.
The best brokerage for you isn’t necessarily the biggest or the one offering the highest commission split. It’s the one whose support, expectations and business model fit your needs.
Common Questions About Finding a Brokerage in Ontario
Can I contact real estate brokerages before completing my courses?
Yes, and you should! You can research brokerages, attend career events and meet with brokerages and teams before completing the Real Estate Salesperson Program. You cannot trade in real estate until you meet the registration requirements and are registered with RECO.
Some brokerages and teams offer pre-registration positions, like administrative or marketing support roles, allowing aspiring agents to gain valuable industry experience before they’re registered with RECO. Scout highlights participating brokerages and teams offering these opportunities with a “Pre-Registration Opportunity” indicator, making them easy to identify.
Getting involved early can be a tremendous advantage. You’ll build connections, gain practical experience and develop a better understanding of the business before your first day as a registered salesperson.
How do I find brokerages hiring new real estate agents near me?
Start with Passit Scout. Select your Planned Trading Area to discover participating local brokerages and teams seeking new agents. Review their profiles, watch available Spotlight Videos and contact them directly through Scout.
Do I need to be a Passit account holder to use Scout?
No. Scout is free to explore and doesn’t require a Passit account or study guide. You can research local brokerages, discover events and RSVP without purchasing anything.
Can I use Scout if I haven’t started the Ontario real estate courses?
Absolutely. In fact, attending a brokerage career event before enrolling can be a useful way to understand the profession, ask about first-year expectations and decide whether a career in real estate is right for you.
Your Real Estate Career Starts Before Your First Transaction
Passing your exams gets you closer to registration. Building the right relationships and understanding how the industry works can make the transition into your first year considerably more successful.
You don’t need to have everything figured out today. But you can start learning about the opportunities around you.
Explore the New Passit Scout — Find Brokerages and Events in Your Area
Are You a Brokerage or Team Looking for New Agents?
Passit Scout connects participating Ontario brokerages and teams with people exploring a career in real estate or actively completing the RECO Real Estate Salesperson Program, Broker Program or Interprovincial Challenge Exam.
Showcase your brokerage, introduce your team and promote upcoming events to prospective agents in your local area.
Want your brokerage or team featured on Passit Scout? Contact our Scout team to learn more.