by Tom Kunz | Nov 7, 2017 | Guest Columns
Control the listing, control the market. This concept is an industry fundamental. While this remains true, why discount the opportunity to make more money on the deal? Representing the listing is what costs real estate professionals the most financially, versus being...
by Ettore Cardarelli | Sep 15, 2017 | Featured, Guest Columns
It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to change the legislation that governs real estate in Ontario. The Real Estate and Business Brokers Act, 2002 (REBBA) governs how Ontario Realtors work with consumers, other registrants and with countless other issues. REBBA was...
by Mike Cusano | Sep 12, 2017 | Guest Columns
As a real estate professional, I believe one of the best aspects of this job is how rewarding it is to provide such a valuable service. There is a tremendous sense of pride in helping a family or a business owner find the place that is just right for them, or in...
by Joseph Richer | Aug 21, 2017 | Guest Columns
As the regulator responsible for administering the real estate laws in Ontario, I have the unique opportunity to see the many sides of the real estate sector. I believe the vast majority of registrants are dedicated to providing professional service to consumers. They...
by Al Maitland | Aug 15, 2017 | Guest Columns
In condominium market terms, an assignment is an advance option or a right to purchase a condo unit when it eventually comes onstream. Assignments are sold by the builder to an interested buyer during the construction period or at another point before the condo can be...
by Chris Seepe | Aug 14, 2017 | Guest Columns
There is a powerful, compelling answer to solving the pandemic affordable housing crisis, complete with a huge financial pool, if the government would only take steps to unlock it. The government’s failure to address the housing shortage combined with its decades-long...
