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Incorporating a real estate rental business
Landlords with multiple rental properties often wonder about the smartest ways to set up their business. Ontario real estate owners may consider incorporating their rental properties into a holding company. Before doing so, however, they should consider the advantages and disadvantages...
Decreased rental real estate following new rent controls
The Ontario government is keeping a close eye on the new rent control measures after a new report showed a negative impact from recent changes. Ontario's housing minister has defended the measures, though he assures concerned parties that he is paying...
The Ontario Condominium Authority Tribunal
The Ontario Government has created a new administrative condominium authority through amendments to the Condominium Act. The government developed the Ontario Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) to make dispute resolution easier and more cost-effective for owners and corporations. It will begin...
Foreign buyers involved in less real estate deals since new tax
Foreign investment is often considered a major factor in high housing prices across Canada, especially in its major cities. Ontario recently began charging additional taxes for foreign real estate buyers. According to statistics from Toronto and the Golden Horseshoe, these steps...
3 Things to Know for Prospective Condominium Owners in Ontario
Condominium ownership comes with many benefits. But it also comes with rules and regulations that may govern everything from the cost of monthly maintenance fees to what type (if any) pets you can keep. As a potential condo owner, knowing...
