Queensland Real Estate Study Guide
Your free study companion for Queensland real estate qualifications regulated by Office of Fair Trading Queensland. Updated for 2026.
Queensland Licensing at a Glance
| Regulatory Body | Office of Fair Trading Queensland |
| Licence Types | Real estate salesperson registration, Real estate agent licence |
| Required Qualification | Specified units from CPP41419 (agents: plus units from CPP51122 Diploma) |
| Key Legislation | Property Occupations Act 2014 |
Study Topics for Queensland
Key knowledge areas covered in the Queensland real estate qualification. Our practice questions align with the CPP41419 Certificate IV curriculum.
Torrens title system, strata title, property rights, Sale of Land Act, and state-specific legislation.
Agent-principal relationship, fiduciary duties, agency agreements, and professional conduct rules.
Contract of sale, vendor disclosure, cooling-off periods, settlement process, and electronic conveyancing.
Marketing methods, auction process, private treaty, expressions of interest, and advertising regulations.
Residential tenancy legislation, lease agreements, bond management, maintenance, and tenant relations.
Valuation methods, comparative market analysis, factors affecting value, and appraisal standards.
Mortgage products, stamp duty, capital gains tax, GST on property, negative gearing, and FIRB rules.
Australian Consumer Law, misleading conduct, trust accounts, complaints handling, and fair trading requirements.
Zoning, development applications, environmental regulations, heritage listings, and building codes.
Code of conduct, CPD requirements, anti-money laundering, professional standards, and disciplinary processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a real estate licence in Queensland?
To register as a real estate salesperson you must be 18 or older and complete 12 specified units from the CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice. A real estate agent licence needs 19 specified units drawn from CPP41419 and the CPP51122 Diploma of Property (Agency Management). No work experience is required for the agent licence. Apply through the Office of Fair Trading.
What legislation governs real estate in Queensland?
The Property Occupations Act 2014 and Property Occupations Regulation 2014 govern real estate agents in Queensland, replacing the earlier Property Agents and Motor Dealers Act 2000. Trust accounts are covered by the Agents Financial Administration Act 2014.
What can a registered real estate salesperson do in Queensland?
A salesperson works as an employee of a licensed agent and can buy, sell, exchange or rent property, negotiate, and show and advertise property. Salespeople cannot conduct auctions or operate trust accounts. An agent licence is needed to run an agency; it does not by itself permit auctions.
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