MNSKEY RESOURCE CENTRE · ONTARIO

Guides & Help

Know what to prepare, which questions to ask, and where to find reliable help.

I am looking for resources forSearch resources10 resources

Buyers

Before buying a property

Read guide

Start with your full budget

Ask your lender about financing and plan for closing costs, moving and ongoing ownership expenses. A pre-approval is not a guarantee of financing for a particular property.

Compare more than the asking price

Record condition, location, recurring fees and questions from each viewing. Ask your lawyer and agent which inspections and document reviews fit the property.

Before signing

Understand representation, conditions, deposits, deadlines and inclusions. Have unclear terms explained before you commit.

RECO Information Guide ↗

Find the related template →

Sellers

Prepare to sell

Read guide

Gather your records

Collect available renovation, permit, warranty and property documents for your professional team.

Discuss what must be disclosed

Tell your agent and lawyer about known concerns. Ask how to handle disclosures and what should appear in the agreement.

Plan the move

Discuss inclusions, exclusions, showing access, closing timing and costs before accepting an offer.

RECO Information Guide ↗

Find the related template →

Renters / tenants

Find and compare a rental

Read guide

Verify the person and property

Confirm who is authorized to rent the unit. Be cautious about pressure to transfer money before you can verify the opportunity.

Read the whole agreement

Check rent, included services, utilities, parking and additional terms. Ontario provides a standard lease guide explaining its use and exceptions.

Keep a record

Save your lease, payment receipts, condition notes and written communications securely.

Ontario standard lease guide ↗

Find the related template →

Renters / tenants · Landlords · Property managers

During a tenancy

Read guide

Report issues clearly

Describe the issue, when it began and any relevant photos. Keep a dated record and use emergency services for immediate danger.

Use the appropriate process

Entry, rent changes, notices and ending a tenancy have specific rules. Check the current LTB instructions for your situation rather than relying on a generic letter.

Prepare before filing

Read the official form instructions and confirm the evidence, service steps, deadlines and fees that apply.

LTB forms and instructions ↗

Find the related template →

Landlords · Property managers

Prepare a rental and welcome tenants

Read guide

Prepare the information

Clarify rent, services, contact details and how maintenance requests will be handled.

Use the right lease

Read Ontario’s standard lease guidance and confirm which rules apply to the tenancy. A handover checklist does not replace the lease.

Record the handover

Document condition and access devices together, and keep personal information secure.

Ontario standard lease guide ↗

Find the related template →

Assignment buyers / sellers · Agents

Understand an assignment opportunity

Read guide

Know what is being transferred

An assignment concerns a purchase agreement before closing. Review the original agreement and all amendments with a lawyer.

Separate the numbers

Clarify original price, deposits, assignment consideration, remaining builder balance, fees, taxes and adjustments. Do not assume the advertised price is the cash due immediately.

Check authority and consent

Confirm the purchaser, representative authority, advertising permissions and any required builder consent. MNSKEY review does not guarantee legal eligibility.

CRA assignment overview ↗

Find the related template →

Buyers · Assignment buyers / sellers

Prepare for a new-home inspection

Read guide

Prepare before inspection

Read Tarion’s checklist and bring your contract details and questions.

Record observations

Work through the rooms and systems, photograph relevant concerns and record incomplete or damaged items.

Keep the documents

Retain your inspection record and follow the applicable warranty instructions and timelines.

Tarion pre-delivery inspection checklist ↗

Find the related template →

Agents

Organize your client and transaction file

Read guide

Follow brokerage procedures

Use the current agreements and processes approved by your brokerage, including representation and required disclosures.

Keep deadlines visible

Record conditions, key dates, responsible people and outstanding documents. Have contractual deadlines confirmed by the appropriate professional.

Protect client information

Use secure channels for sensitive documents and escalate uncertainty to your broker of record.

RECO Information Guide ↗

Find the related template →

Brokerages

Supervision and document review

Read guide

Create clear review checkpoints

Assign responsibility for reviewing advertising authority, agreements, disclosures and incomplete files.

Record decisions

Document the reviewer, questions raised, follow-up owner and resolution.

Use authoritative documents

Obtain licensed transaction forms through your authorized provider. These planning worksheets are not a substitute for brokerage compliance procedures.

RECO Information Guide ↗

Find the related template →

Everyone · Lawyers / mortgage professionals · Investors

Coordinate your professional team

Read guide

Assign responsibilities

Identify who handles financing, legal review, inspections, insurance and property management.

Confirm assumptions

Ask for clarification about costs, approvals, deadlines and risks rather than treating an estimate as a commitment.

Keep a shared task list

Record next steps and owners without placing sensitive identification or banking information in an unsecured shared document.

RECO Information Guide ↗

Find the related template →

Official forms & trusted help

Open the current document and instructions from the issuing organization.