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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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	      Tax, Legal & TRESA	    

6 Mortgage Moves to Make Before Signing a Buyer Representation Agreement (BRA)

Ontario BRA mortgage prep: real pre-approval vs pre-qualification, stress test math, 90-day paper trail, Beacon score thresholds, co-signer timing.

	      May 17, 2026	    

	      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	    