by Sean Tait | Sep 21, 2017 | Advice for Agents
The excitement and stress of negotiations have reached their peak as initial negotiations are concluding for your apartment acquisition. Now the realities of due diligence are rearing their ugly head. Due diligence is an unglamorous but vitally important part of any...
by REM Editorial Team | Aug 28, 2017 | Boards & Associations, Featured, News
The Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) is calling for fines of up to $50,000 for registrants who breach the code of ethics in the act that regulates real estate in the province. In the first of four white papers that state the association’s position towards...
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 Barry Lebow | Aug 18, 2017 | Columnists, Featured
In various parts of the country, some buyers are backing out of deals. The reason for many is simple – they bought but could not sell (at their price) their own home. In many cases, one sale leads to a chain of sales and that first deal can cause problems for four or...
by Rui Alves | Jul 26, 2017 | Featured, Guest Columns
Ontario’s provincial government is seeking industry input on the issue of multiple representation. Here is my background. I have been a full-time Realtor for over 36 years. I have owned and operated small and large independent and franchised brokerages. I currently...
