This is actually a question which arises all the time. Some people will say “yes” and others will say “no”. Let’s have a look at the sequence of an Offer. …
Power of Attorney Use
QUESTION Helen, the daughter holds a Power of Attorney (POA) from her mother Gertrude, who has been diagnosed with dementia. Gertrude called a real estate agent to list her property …
Local Agents and their “Value”
There is always a caution for agents not to step out of their area. It’s important to note that real estate professionals are registered and entitled to practice throughout all …
Even Liars Can Win in Court
Credibility doesn’t matter more than the Law! The case of D’Atri v. Chilcott (1974) decided by Mr. Justice Galligan is one of the leading authorities on the law of liability …
Double Dipping
Under discussion at the moment is the matter of designated agency. It is being suggested as a possible solution to some current agency problems. Before we look at it designated …
Compliance with Bill 55 Phantom Offer Legislation
REBBA 2002 and the Regulations will require copies of agreements to be held, with the exception of the entitlement to use a new summary form and if that is used, …
Disclosure of a Murder in the House Decades Ago
Question: The house across the street is up for sale. It is listed with a real estate agent. I know that the house was a “murder scene” almost 35 years …
Clients and Customers
Are there any specific duties and obligations owed to Clients that are not owed to Customers under the Act and the Regulations (aside and apart from “best interests)? And, what …
Guardian ad Litem
The latin expression “ad litem” pronounced “ad light um” means “for this suit” or “for the purposes of this lawsuit”. Generally, the expression is used in connection with the term …
Properties Repaired and Rectified
On occasion real estate agents are presented with difficult and challenging facts. There has been damage to a building. It was repaired. The Insurance company paid. But the question is …