Michael's Corner: Calgary Real Estate Advice & Analysis

Can a retired realtor get referral fees in Alberta?

Yes. In the MST Legacy Program, a retired agent can keep earning referral fees after they stop selling, as long as their Alberta licence stays active with Real and the fee is paid through Real.* RECA's Rule 54 (as of September 2026) says referral money goes through the brokerage, not between agents.

Retiring Realtor in Calgary? The MST Legacy Program

The MST Legacy Program lets retiring Calgary agents earn 25% on every future deal from their clients, 30% for our first 10 founding members.* It runs through Michael Smith Team | Real Broker, and you are paid for as long as you keep your licence active with Real.* Every enquiry is confidential. What

Calgary Zoning Changes: What the Repeal Means for Your Lot

Photo: D. Mulligan, CC BY-SA, via Wikimedia Commons Author: Michael Smith, Michael Smith Team Last updated: October 26, 2026 Yes, Calgary repealed its 2024 blanket rezoning, and the repeal took effect on August 4, 2026. Most lots went back to the zoning they had before 2024, unless they qualify for

Calgary Secondary Suite Amnesty 2026: Cost and SSIP

Photo: Nicewomanizer, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons Author: Michael Smith, Michael Smith Team Last updated: October 26, 2026 The City of Calgary's Secondary Suite Amnesty Program ends December 31, 2026. Homeowners who use it before then can avoid development permit charges and registration fee