Gary Siegle (@GSiegle) profile picture

Former Regulatory Compliance Advisor Mortgage Brokers

Calgary
Joined June 2011
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It can be difficult to figure out why you should hire one real estate agent or brokerage over another. You might think they're all the same, but some offer different services. Interview them, then sign a #WrittenServiceAgreement: ow.ly/Xb5B50TIOJc #RECAProtectsConsumers
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Putting in an offer on a home? Hoping to get an item you noticed at the viewing as part of the deal? Was it attached to the home? You need to list desired #UnattachedGoods as Inclusions in your offer. Learn more: reca.ca/consumers/property-c… #recaProtectsConsumers #AttachedGoods
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RECA will be closed Monday, August 5, 2024 for #HeritageDay. For fastest response to your inquiry when we're back, please send an email directly to the department or contact you're trying to reach: reca.ca/contact-reca/ #ContactRECA
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DYK? Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers. Selling your home this year? Testing for radon gas and implementing any needed mitigations not only protects your family, it could also attract buyers. Learn more: reca.ca/consumers/property-c…
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Heads up! We will be performing maintenace on myRECA this evening (Feb 1) from 6 to 10pm (MDT). Both myRECA and the Find a Licensee tool on reca.ca will be offline during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Attn Alberta Condo Corporations: Travis More and More Property Management have been providing condo management services without a licence. Learn why this matters: reca.ca/about-reca/publicati… #recaProtectsConsumers #ConsumerAlert
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ATTN Licensees: Industry Council Elections open next week! Don't miss your chance to vote. Ensure your email address is up to date in your #myRECAaccount (myreca.ca). Learn more: reca.ca/2023/11/02/industry-…
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There's still time to register for tonight's webinar! Join RECA and @EPLdotCA for a discussion on Alberta's rental market and tips on avoiding rental scams, based on real life examples. Register now to save your spot! epl.bibliocommons.com/events… #RentalFraud #SpotTheRedFlags #abpm
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You're a loyal customer of your bank and they assure you a good mortgage rate. Why hire a mortgage broker? In short, the bank's mortgage specialist represents the bank, a licensed mortgage broker will represent you. Learn more: reca.ca/consumers/financial-… #RECAProtectsConsumers
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Selling your home soon? Instead of neglecting your fall checklist, add any repairs that you've been putting off. Not only can you make your home more appealing to buyers, you can address material latent defects before you list. reca.ca/consumers/property-c… #RECAProtectsConsumers
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It's #WorldTourismDay! Are you a business owner thinking about buying or renting space that's easier for tourists to find next year? DYK not all real estate agents are licensed to assist you with your commercial property needs? Learn more: reca.ca/consumers/commercial…
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The bond market expected a sizzling inflation report, but this one will leave the @bankofcanada sweating like a pig at a barbecue. Average core inflation rose to 4.5% on the vital 3-month BoC measure. Canada's 5-year yield jumped 10 bps on the news. mortgagelogic.news/canadian-…
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The BoC Might Have to Play Grinch, At Least One More Time mortgagelogic.news/the-boc-m… (subs)
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For mortgage borrowers, this is the sad day we suspected would come. It's not like we expected the @CompBureau to uphold @HSBC_CA's crucial role in Canada's mortgage market, but it's not clear they even appreciate that role. The story (for subs): mortgagelogic.news/competiti…
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Wondering what items are or aren't included in the sale of the home you just viewed? The general rule is if it's attached directly to the property it's typically included in the sale. Learn more about attached vs unattached goods: reca.ca/consumers/property-c… #RECAprotectsConsumers
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Think a real estate or mortgage rep, property or condo manager is up to no good? If the activities are directly related to activities that require a licence under the Real Estate Act, RECA is the right place to turn: reca.ca/complaints #RECAProtectsConsumers
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When selling your home, you have a number of obligations—to your real estate agent, and to consumers who may want to buy your home. Learning about your obligations can help you avoid some issues that may affect your sale: reca.ca/consumers/selling-a-… #RECAProtectsConsumers
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#CaseSummaries for May 24–August 8, 2023 are available. Case summaries are published so licensees can learn how to avoid breaching legislation, and so licensees, stakeholders, and consumers can make informed decisions. Review this and previous volumes: reca.ca/complaints-disciplin…
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It can be difficult to figure out why you should hire one real estate agent or brokerage over another. You might think they're all the same, but some offer different services. Interview them, then sign a #WrittenServiceAgreement: reca.ca/consumers/get-it-in-… #RECAProtectsConsumers
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