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Tax, Legal & TRESA

税法与监管：HST、土地转让税、律师费、BRA、TRESA、RECO。 HST, Land Transfer Tax, lawyer fees, BRA, TRESA reform, RECO rules.

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	      Buying	    

How Has the Client-Agent Relationship Changed? Key Updates Under TRESA 2026

What is TRESA? Per RECO (2026), TRESA (Trust in Real Estate Services Act) took effect December 2023, replacing the old REBBA. Core changes: (1) Introduced Designated Representation model; (2) Clarifie

	      Apr 30, 2026	    

	      Preconstruction	    

New Home HST Rebate: Complete Process for Owner-Occupants vs Investors

New Home HST Rebate: Complete Process for Owner-Occupants vs Investors | Arthur Zhao AZ AZ Real Estate Partners Preconstruction · HST Rebate New Home HST Rebate:Complete Process Ontario’s 2026 enhanced…

	      Apr 27, 2026	    

	      Buying	    

Non-Permit DIY Renovations: Insurance, Liability, and Resale Risks (Ontario 2026)

DIY renovations without permits in Ontario can mean denied insurance claims, double premiums, and reduced resale prices. Arthur Zhao breaks down 6 common scenarios and how to handle them.

	      Apr 25, 2026	    

	      Buying	    

Not Signing a BRA: The 5 Biggest Risks Under TRESA 2023

Under Ontario

	      Apr 25, 2026	    

	      Buying	    

Hesitant to Sign a Buyer Representation Agreement? What Ontario’s TRESA Means for You

Under Ontario

	      Apr 23, 2026	    

	      Buying	    

Title Insurance and HST in Ontario Power of Sale Transactions

Buying a Power of Sale property in Ontario? Learn why title insurance is non-negotiable, how HST applies (or doesn

	      Apr 23, 2026	    

	      Tax, Legal & TRESA	    

The Technical Value of a Buyer’s Agent: Contracts, Negotiation, and Data

A buyer's agent does far more than unlock doors. Arthur Zhao breaks down the three technical domains where agent expertise translates into real financial outcomes for GTA buyers.

	      Apr 22, 2026	    

	      Tax, Legal & TRESA	    

Your Buyer’s Agent Relationship: Understanding Fiduciary Duty in Ontario

Your buyer's agent owes you specific legal duties — not just good service. Arthur Zhao explains the six fiduciary obligations under Ontario's TRESA framework and how to tell if your agent is truly acting in your interest.

	      Apr 22, 2026	    