Ontario Real Estate Rules, Forms & Consumer Rights

Nov. 12, 2026

Selling a Tenanted Sudbury Property: What Changed This Fall

Illustration of a tenanted home sale and the need to plan access, timing and possession

If you are selling a tenanted property in Greater Sudbury this fall, there is a timely paperwork check to make before the next offer or notice. Ontario's Landlord and Tenant Board has changed several processes and forms, and November 30 is approaching. The important question is still the …

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Nov. 12, 2026

Floodplain and Shoreline Due Diligence in Greater Sudbury

Floodplain and Shoreline Due Diligence in Greater Sudbury

A beautiful shoreline can make a property feel right in seconds. The important questions take longer.

Physical access does not prove legal access. An existing dock does not prove it can be replaced. A building near the water does not, by itself, establish the boundary, zoning, conservation …

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Nov. 10, 2026

Seller Closing and Handover Checklist for Greater Sudbury

Seller Closing and Handover Checklist for Greater Sudbury

Quick answer: Once a Greater Sudbury home sale is firm, the seller’s job shifts from attracting a buyer to delivering the exact deal. Work …

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Nov. 3, 2026

Open Building Permits and Property Searches in Greater Sudbury

Home renovation plans being reviewed beside a reminder to check permit history

A finished basement or newer deck may look reassuring, but I still want to know what the City's file says about the work. A Greater Sudbury property search can answer some record questions; it cannot certify the home's condition or every use of the property.

If you …

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Oct. 27, 2026

Well and Septic Due Diligence Near Greater Sudbury

Well and Septic Due Diligence Near Greater Sudbury

A rural home can look move-in ready while two of its most important systems remain largely out of sight. The well has to supply suitable water; the septic system has to handle wastewater on the property. Those are separate questions, and neither should be reduced to “the taps …

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Oct. 20, 2026

Ontario Land Transfer Tax for Greater Sudbury Home Buyers

Ontario Land Transfer Tax for Greater Sudbury Home Buyers

Quick answer: Ontario land transfer tax is part of the cash a buyer needs at closing. It is separate from the down payment and mortgage. The tax uses graduated rates, so only the portion of the purchase price inside each bracket is taxed at that bracket’s rate. Your …

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Oct. 15, 2026

How to Choose the Right Realtor in Greater Sudbury | Chad Moore REALTOR®

How to Choose the Right Realtor in Greater Sudbury | Chad Moore REALTOR®

Buying or selling a home is a high-stakes decision. The right REALTOR® can reduce risk, bring structure, and help you make cleaner decisions. This is a proof-first checklist for Greater Sudbury — what to verify, what to ask, and what “good” looks like beyond personality, hype, or …

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Oct. 14, 2026

First-Time Home Buyer Programs in Ontario: A Greater Sudbury Guide

First-Time Home Buyer Programs in Ontario: A Greater Sudbury Guide

When I sit down with a first-time buyer in Greater Sudbury, I put each rebate and savings tool on a separate line. They can help, but they are not interchangeable: each has its own first-time-buyer test, timing and paperwork. Before you count a possible refund toward your offer, …

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Oct. 9, 2026

Final Walkthrough and Closing Day in Greater Sudbury: A Buyer Checklist

Final Walkthrough and Closing Day in Greater Sudbury: A Buyer Checklist

Before a Greater Sudbury buyer gets the keys, I would start with the agreement. A pre-closing visit is a chance to compare the home, its inclusions and any agreed repairs with what you bought. It is not a replacement for the earlier home inspection or a time to …

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Oct. 6, 2026

Should You Accept the First Offer on Your Sudbury Home?

Should You Accept the First Offer on Your Sudbury Home?

An offer soon after your Greater Sudbury home goes live can feel like good news and a difficult decision at the same time. Is it strong enough to accept, or should you wait to see who else comes through?

I would not decide from the clock alone. …

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