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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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	      Preconstruction	    

Preconstruction: Should You Close or Assign? Ontario’s 2026 HST Changes the Math

Closing vs Assignment for Ontario preconstruction: assignment fees, HST on premium, $130K enhanced rebate eligibility, decision framework for 2026.

	      May 17, 2026	    

	      Mortgage & Finance	    

Ontario HST Rebate Complete Guide: Owner-Occupied, Rental, Pre-Construction, and Renovation

Canada's HST/GST New Housing Rebate (NHR) and New Residential Rental Property Rebate (NRRR) explained. Four real cases: owner-occupied, rental, pre-construction closing, and substantial renovation. Arthur Zhao breaks down the rules.

	      May 16, 2026	    

	      Selling	    

Why Non-Resident Sellers in Canada Need 60+ Day Closings (Section 116 Explained)

Non-resident sellers in Canada face a 25%–50% CRA withholding under Section 116. Clearance Certificates take 12–16 weeks. Why a 60-day closing minimum is non-negotiable, with full timeline.

	      May 15, 2026	    

	      Tax, Legal & TRESA	    

Hidden Pre-Construction Closing Costs: Levies, Property Tax, Reserve Fund, Hook Fees

Hidden Pre-Construction Closing Costs : Levies, Property Tax, Reserve Fund, Hook Fees | Arthur Zhao AZ AZ Real Estate Partners Buying /…

	      May 13, 2026	    

	      Tax, Legal & TRESA	    

Section 31 Ontario Building Permits Explained: A Buyer's Pre-Closing Guide

Section 31 Ontario Building Permits Explained: A Buyer's Pre-Closing Guide | Arthur Zhao AZ AZ Real Estate Partners Buying / Due Diligence Section 31…

	      May 13, 2026	    

	      Buying	    

Asbestos in Older Ontario Homes: Testing, Removal & Compliance

Ontario homes built before 1990 likely contain asbestos. What it costs to test ($250–$800 DSS), what removal costs ($1,500–$15,000+), Ontario Regulation 278/05 compliance, and how to protect yourself when buying. By Arthur Zhao.

	      May 10, 2026	    

	      Tax, Legal & TRESA	    

What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Do? Ontario Closing Duties Explained

What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Do? Ontario Closing Duties Explained | Arthur Zhao AZ AZ Real Estate Partners Mortgage & Finance · Closing What Your…

	      May 4, 2026	    

	      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	    