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Why REALTORS® Earn Their Commission

REASON # 1 The numbers are In. Statistics from the National Association of Realtors® prove that homes listed with a licensed full-time agent sell for approximately 26% more than those sold “For Sale By Owner”, even after the commission. Why? Mainly because active agents know the market and what a ...

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Risks of Not Employing a Property Management Professional

Many property owners initially choose to self-manage rental property in an effort to: reduce expenses, maintain direct control, or simplify operations. In some situations, self-management may work well for landlords who: have experience, understand regulatory obligations, maintain organized systems, and have the time to actively manage the property. However, many ...

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Ontario Human Rights Code and Housing Rights

Every person has the right to be free from discrimination in housing because of Code-protected grounds. You have the right to equal treatment when buying, selling, renting or being evicted from an apartment, house, condominium or commercial property. This right also covers renting or being evicted from a hotel room. Housing ...

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Money Laundering and Ontario Real Estate Prices

The Objective Of Money Laundering When you buy an asset, whether a home or an investment property, you try to get the best value for your time and money. You want a deal. The seller is trying to extract the maximum price they can get from you, without driving you ...

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