Will Doyle 2026-09-29 Will Doyle 2026-09-29

What Is the 10-Day Cooling-Off Period for Pre-Construction Condos in Ontario?

Sign a resale offer and you're bound the moment the seller accepts. Sign for a new condo at a sales centre and Ontario law hands you an escape hatch: the 10-day cooling-off period for pre-construction condos in Ontario lets you walk away, no penalty, full deposit back. It's the single strongest consumer protection in the pre-con process, and buyers routinely waste it. Here's how to use it properly.

Will Doyle 2026-09-15 Will Doyle 2026-09-15

Can a Landlord Evict a Tenant for Personal Use in Ontario? The N12 Explained

The N12 is one of the most contested forms in Ontario's rental system. So, can a landlord evict a tenant for personal use in Ontario? Yes, in defined circumstances, with strict requirements, real compensation owed, and serious penalties for doing it in bad faith. Whether you're the landlord considering it or the tenant receiving one, here's how the N12 eviction for personal use in Ontario actually works.

Will Doyle 2026-09-08 Will Doyle 2026-09-08

Renting Out Your Condo in Toronto: What Landlords Need to Know

Maybe you've upsized and kept the old unit, or your pre-con finally closed and you're not moving in. Either way, renting out your condo in Toronto turns you into a small business owner overnight, with a regulator, a tax filing, and a condo board all suddenly interested in your decisions. Here's the checklist that keeps first-time condo landlords out of trouble.