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What Landlords Need to Know

Despite federal and provincial government supports, a prolonged COVID-19 crisis and the resultant loss of jobs and income will make it difficult for some tenants to pay their rent. As…

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Financial Relief for Homeowners

Canadian homeowners who are experiencing unstable income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic have options when it comes to paying their mortgage. Canada’s big six banks announced options for…

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Ontario Government Prohibits Open Houses

The COVID-19 pandemic is one of the fastest moving issues in our lifetime. Nothing compares to this global public health crisis. Governments, at all levels, are continuing to update their action plans daily, and I wanted to share with…

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Real Estate as an Essential Service

Designated as essential service does not mean “business-as-usual” OREA advocated with the Province to keep real estate as an essential service during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government has agreed –…

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