# RECO Registration – New & Renewing Agents **Applies To:** New Sales Representatives, Brokers, and All Renewing Registrants **Purpose:** To ensure timely, accurate, and compliant registration or renewal with the **Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO)** under the guidelines of **TRESA** and Century 21 Heritage Group Ltd. --- ### **Step 1: Initial Eligibility** Before applying, the applicant must: - Be 18 years of age or older - Have a valid Canadian address - Have completed **RECO’s required education program** through Humber College (Pre-Registration Phase for new agents) - Be legally entitled to work in Canada - Be associated with **Century 21 Heritage Group Ltd.**, who will sponsor the registration --- ### **Step 2: New Registration Process** **1. Set up a MyRECO account:** Go to [myRECO Certificate Portal](https://myreco.reco.on.ca/) and create an account. **2. Submit Application:** Complete the **Application for Registration** form online. **You will need:** - Certificate of Completion from Humber College - Government-issued ID - Completed criminal record check (must be recent) - Signed **Sponsorship Form** from Century 21 Heritage Group Ltd. - Payment for RECO registration fee **3. Wait for RECO Approval:** Once approved, RECO will issue your registration certificate and license number. **4. Notify your Office Manager:** Submit a copy of your RECO Certificate to compliance@century21.ca and ensure your marketing materials (email, signage, business cards) are updated only after RECO approval. --- ### **Step 3: Renewal of RECO Registration (Every 2 Years)** **RECO will notify you 60 days prior to expiry.** **Steps to Renew:** 1. Log into your **MyRECO account** 2. Complete the **Mandatory Continuing Education (MCE)** modules (available online) 3. Review and update your personal and brokerage information 4. Pay the renewal fee online 5. Download and save your new RECO Certificate **Important:** You must not trade in real estate if your registration has lapsed. --- ### **Step 4: Status Change (Transfer, Terminate, Reinstate)** **To transfer to or from Century 21 Heritage Group Ltd.:** - Notify your **Office Manager** and submit necessary RECO forms - Wait for RECO confirmation before practicing under the new brokerage **To terminate your registration:** - Notify RECO and your brokerage in writing - Return all branding, marketing materials, and client files as directed **To reinstate a lapsed license:** - Contact RECO within 2 years of expiry - Complete any required courses or fees before returning to active status --- ### **Step 5: Brokerage Responsibility** Century 21 Heritage Group Ltd. will: - Submit sponsorship confirmation to RECO - Track upcoming renewals and notify agents of deadlines - Maintain up-to-date records for compliance purposes --- ### **Important Reminders:** - Keep your **contact information** updated in RECO’s portal - Always **renew before the expiry date** - Without an active RECO registration, **you cannot trade, advertise, or represent clients**