About CEA

Our Vision

A professional and trusted real estate agency industry

Our Mission

To raise the professionalism of the real estate agency industry and safeguard consumer interest

The Council for Estate Agencies (CEA) was established as a statutory board on 22 October 2010 to regulate and develop the real estate agency industry.

In pursuit of its mission to raise the professionalism of the real estate agency industry and safeguard consumer interest, CEA focuses on three strategic thrusts: effective regulation, industry development and consumer education.

For effective regulation of the industry, CEA administers the licensing of property agencies and registration of property agents, and regulates the practice of property agencies and agents in property transactions. It also conducts industry compliance checks and investigations, as well as disciplinary proceedings in respect of offences and unsatisfactory conduct or misconduct in relation to estate agency work.

CEA works closely with the industry to raise professionalism, expand capabilities and promote business excellence. It administers the mandatory examination and continuing professional development framework as well as appoints course providers.

It identifies opportunities and fosters collaborations with strategic partners in industry development programmes to achieve business productivity.

To protect the interests of consumers, CEA plans and implements public education programmes to equip consumers with the necessary information to make informed decisions in property transactions. It facilitates access to consumer resources and provides channels for complaints and dispute resolution.