The real estate business, by its nature, is complex and therefore ripe for misunderstanding and disagreement. When there is a dispute, the parties have a choice. They can go through the public courts which are expensive, time consuming, rigid, and offers no privacy. Or they can engage the services of a qualified and skilled Real Estate Arbitrator.

The insurance industry is well known for its cyclical nature of “soft” and “hard” markets. Anyone in the industry, including brokers and insurers are very familiar with the “soft” and “hard” market terminology and the very different business environments they create....

What do you specialize in and what are the best circumstances that clients/prospects should come to you for help? Throughout my time at Suncorp, I have had the opportunity to experience and work on a large variety of assignments, from standard industrial appraisals,...

Many factors influence building costs.  These factors fall under the general categories of material costs, services costs, and labour costs. Looking at material costs, there are many sub-categories such as framing lumber, concrete, steel, gyproc, insulation, etc. ...

Have you ever considered getting a second opinion on an appraisal, cost estimate report, reserve fund study / depreciation report, or consulting report? Here is an option, the Technical Review. You can even get a Technical Review of a Technical Review. What is a...

Learning Objective: To discuss the recommended inspection practices for Playgrounds after winter conditions. The requirements/recommended practices for inspections of playgrounds follows CSA Z614 “Children’s Playspaces and Equipment Standards”. Compliance with this...