The two organisations are often confused with each other.  However, they're quite different.

The IEASA is a private organisation that promotes the interests of its members and the profession (but still cares about the consumer) — the EAAB is a government body which regulates the estate agency profession in the interests of the consumer.

• Membership of the IEASA is voluntary — but by law, all estate agents must register with the EAAB.


• The IEASA provides a variety of benefits to its members — the EAAB doesn't provide any services to estate agents.


• The IEASA provides a dispute resolution service to its members — the EAAB does not intervene in disputes between estate agents.


• The IEASA has no power to deal with consumer complaints against estate agents — the EAAB has disciplinary powers and can fine or disbar estate agents for unethical conduct.

For details on the differences and contact details for the EAAB click here