Hold a current real estate agent licence (state-specific)
Selling agents must hold a current licence issued by their state fair trading regulator.
Who must comply
Real estate agents (principal + employed).
What triggers it
Conducting real estate agency activities.
When due
Continuous; annual renewal + CPD.
Evidence required
Current licence; CPD records; trust account audit.
Max penalty
Operating without licence is criminal offence; suspension/cancellation; civil penalties under Property Acts
Summary
Each state has its own real estate licensing regime — Property and Stock Agents Act 2002 (NSW), Estate Agents Act 1980 (Vic), Property Occupations Act 2014 (Qld), etc. Licences required for principal agents + branch managers. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) annual.
Enforced by
Industries
Topics
Source: https://nsw.gov.au/businesses-and-employees/businesses-and-employees/licences-and-permits. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.