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...
by Jeffrey Wagman | Mar 3, 2017 | Columnists, Featured
We all understand that the residential part of the real estate business can create some very close relationships, but how close is too close? This is a business first, and sales reps need to remember that fact. It’s natural that working so close with families can draw...
by Jeffrey Wagman | Feb 14, 2017 | Advice for Agents, Featured
There is a distinct difference in the qualities of confidence and arrogance in a person, but often the qualities crisscross with each other. It is imperative to recognize the difference when dealing with people. Maybe you have confidence in yourself, but how are you...
by Natalka Falcomer | Jan 4, 2017 | Columnists, Featured, Legal Issues
You’ve signed a contract with your client to represent him for the sale of his building. The agreement states that you’ll be paid a two per cent commission upon sale of the building. You begin working and marketing the property. Given your close interaction with your...
