Question: I have an investment property and the last time I inspected it wreaked of cat urine. Is there anything I can do? Answer: While you are stuck with them …
Oil Spills and Fires: Disclosure (Ontario)
Question: What kind of disclosure would you provide if listing a property that had a small vs large scale issue? For example… oil tank leaked. Does seller disclose minor leak …
Negotiating Commission with a FSBO
Question: Confirmation of Cooperation question: The scenario is as follows – I am representing the Buyer. They would like to submit an offer on a property listed with a flat …
Signing For a Client
Question: From time to time, I see agents sign on behalf of their Clients. Is this appropriate? Answer: I think there is a distinction among the agents who might reasonably …
Just What is Offer Registration? (Ontario)
Question: Registering an offer….Do you consider a text or email from another Realtor stating “I have a signed offer for your listing” to be registration of an offer, even if …
The Long Lasting BRA, is it Enforceable?
Question: I was just approached by a potential Buyer in my area. He signed a BRA with a 31 December 2022 termination date. The Buyer was very upset when we …
What Should you Sign First BRA or WWR?
Question: What should you sign first the BRA or the WWR? Answer: The BRA is the Buyer Representation Agreement and the WWR is the “Working with a REALTOR” document BRA …
Dealing with a “Legal Non-Conforming Use” in Ontario
There are a few issues with “legal non-conforming” considerations. The basic principle is that municipal by-laws cannot be retroactive. If a building is constructed in accordance with applicable zoning and …
How Soon Can I List an Estate?
Question: The Owner just passed away. How soon can I list the property for sale? Answer: If there is a Will, then the Estate Trustee has authority to act including …
What would you do, if you received an Offer with this Warranty?
Question: You are the Listing agent. What would you do, if you received an Offer with this Warranty? How would you advise your client? “The Seller warrants that, to the …