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Questions to Ask Advisors and Condominium Experts

All of the information you need from the experts before buying a condominium.

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  • Condominium Buyer's Guide
  • Chapter 1: Condominium Basics
  • Chapter 2: Condominium Governance
  • Chapter 3: The Pros and Cons of Condominium Ownership
  • Chapter 4: Buying a Condominium
  • Chapter 5: Checklists, Tips and FAQ's
  • Tips for Buying a New Condominium
  • Tips for Buying a Resale Condominium
  • Checklist for Buying a New Condominium
  • Checklist for Buying a Resale Condominium
  • Condominium Purchase and Recurring Costs
  • Physical Evaluation Checklist (For Resale Units)
  • Questions to Ask Advisors and Condominium Experts
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Glossary
  • Provincial and Territorial Fact Sheets

Before you purchase a new or resale condominium, you should consult with a number of advisors and condominium experts. The following questions will help you assess their qualifications. Of course, condominium markets vary and the intensity of a particular market can influence how much time a buyer may choose to take to question experts and review documents.

QUESTIONS TO ASK A REAL ESTATE AGENT

QUESTIONS TO ASK A LAWYER

QUESTIONS TO ASK A PROPERTY MANAGER

QUESTIONS TO ASK A CONDOMINIUM’S BOARD OF DIRECTOR

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