by Cindy Freiman | Oct 10, 2023 | Advice for Agents, News
In response to higher interest rates and inflation, as well as a tighter housing market, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) made two recent announcements aimed at offering further consumer protection when it comes to mortgage fraud and...
by Cindy Freiman | Aug 10, 2023 | Advice for Agents, Sales & Marketing
Affordability has been a major concern for many potential homebuyers this year thanks to rising interest rates, high inflation and housing supply issues. Fortunately, several savings accounts, incentives and rebate programs are available to help them save for a down...
by Cindy Freiman | Feb 1, 2023 | News
With the Feb. 2 deadline looming for every City of Toronto property owner to submit an online declaration of their property’s 2022 occupancy status, it’s important to advise your clients that they could face fines of up to $10,000 for failure to file. It’s not clear...
by Cindy Freiman | Jan 30, 2023 | Advice for Agents, Sales & Marketing
With property listings remaining on the low side pretty much across the country, power of sale (POS) opportunities may be a great option for your buyers if they’re made aware of red flags and how to make educated purchases. Matthew Gibson, a real estate lawyer...
by Cindy Freiman | Nov 9, 2022 | News
There is an immediate concern about payment shock for Canadians in variable-rate mortgages and future unease for fixed-rate borrowers at mortgage renewal due to high inflation resulting in increased interest rates. The Bank of Canada (BoC) raised its overnight rate...
