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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	    

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	    

	      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…

	      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