Ask Joe
“Ask Joe” is a question and answer column by RECO’s Registrar Joe Richer that appears in the Toronto Star.
Joe answers questions from readers on a variety of topics including protecting your deposit, bully offers, bidding wars and how real estate agents get paid.
Disclaimer:
Ask Joe columns are for general information purposes only and do not constitute legal or other professional advice. Seek the counsel of a real estate lawyer and salesperson on questions regarding your own real estate transactions.
Are you a home buyer or seller with a question?
- I’m planning on selling my home in the next few months. Some of the homes that have sold recently in my area went into bidding wars. Is there anything I should know if my home receives multiple offers?
- I’m looking to buy a newly built home. Should I still work with a real estate agent?
- I’ve heard many terms when referring to people who sell real estate. What’s the difference between an agent, salesperson and broker?
- I’ve already signed the paperwork to sell my house, but now I need to change the closing date. Can I change the Agreement of Purchase and Sale after the fact?
- What steps can I take to protect myself against buying a former marijuana grow-op?
- As a buyer, how do I know the information from the online listing is accurate? If it isn’t, is there anything I can do about it?
- Should I approach a home being sold ‘as is’ any differently from other listings?
- What’s your advice on how to approach a bidding war?
