selling property

Capital Gains Tax When You Sell a Home in Ontario: The 2026 Rules

Selling your principal residence is usually tax-free; selling a rental or second home triggers capital gains tax. Here's how the 2026 rules work — the 50% inclusion rate, the Principal Residence Exemption, and where assignment flips get taxed as business income.

Should You Cut Your Price — and When? A Seller’s Decision Guide

Your home isn't selling — should you cut the price, when, and by how much? Arthur Zhao breaks down the stale-listing effect, the three signals that say it's time, one big cut vs. small drops, and what to do instead.

Feeling Rushed by Your Agent? Telling Good Advice From a Conflict of Interest

Moving-up clients often feel their agent is rushing them to sell and buy just to collect commission. Learn which pushes are sound timing calls, which are red flags, and how to protect yourself.

Stage to Sell Faster, or Skip It and Cut the Price?

Should you invest in staging for a faster, higher sale, or skip it and price lower to attract buyers? Arthur Zhao breaks down staging ROI data against the 2026 GTA market so you can do the math.

Spent Thousands and Still No Sale — Here’s What Actually Went Wrong

You spent thousands on staging, repairs, and ads, and the house still didn't sell. What actually drives a sale isn't how much you spend — it's pricing, exposure, and presentation, in that order. Here's where money gets wasted and how to get pricing right first.

Sell With an Agent Who’s On the Same Page As You

Why you should hire a listing agent aligned with you on pricing and strategy — especially in a slow market. How to tell in the interview if an agent is truly on your side: data, not flattery.

Sell First or Buy First? And Can You Sell With Only a Lawyer?

Sell first or buy first in the GTA? Bridge financing needs a firm sale first (about prime + 2%-4%). Can you sell with only a real estate lawyer? A lawyer closes the deal but won't price, market, or negotiate. Here's the real math.

Watch Your Listing Agent Work: How to Tell If They’re Earning the Commission

Selling in Toronto or the GTA? Here's exactly what your listing agent should be doing day to day — pricing, prep, photography, marketing, showings, offer negotiation and closing — plus the warning signs of an agent coasting on the commission.