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Industry News

Toronto just got a city-wide tenant union. Here is why every Realtor with investor clients should care

The Toronto Tenant Union just expanded city-wide. For agents with investor clients, the rental investment math in this city just changed. Here is what to actually do about it.

BrokerBooks Team · May 1, 2026
Industry News

The Number Every Canadian Realtor Should Be Watching This Week

Mortgage arrears in Canada just hit their highest level in over a decade, up 89 percent from 2022 lows. Here is what it means for your past clients, and what it should mean for your own books.

BrokerBooks Team · May 1, 2026
Product Updates

Toronto to display new colour-coded apartment signage this summer.

This summer, 3,600 apartment buildings in Toronto will have new colour-coded signage displayed near main entrances, NOW reported in Toronto.

BrokerBooks Team · April 23, 2026
Tax Tips

How BrokerBooks Saves Canadian Realtors Hours at Tax Time

Stop scrambling at tax time. BrokerBooks auto-fills receipts, tracks HST, and generates your CRA annual summary in one click. Built for Canadian realtors.

BrokerBooks Team · March 24, 2026
Tax Tips

2026 Canadian Tax Deadlines: What Every Realtor Needs to Know Before April 30

April 30, 2026 is the payment deadline for all Canadians — but self-employed realtors face a costly trap. Here's every date that matters and how to stay ahead of the CRA.

BrokerBooks Team · March 20, 2026
Bookkeeping

Why Receipt Tracking is Critical for Real Estate Agents in Canada

Learn why proper receipt tracking protects Canadian real estate agents during CRA audits, maximizes deductions, and simplifies tax filing. Plus digital vs. paper tips.

BrokerBooks Team · March 20, 2026
Tax Tips

Top Tax Deductions Every Canadian Real Estate Agent Should Know in 2025

Maximize your tax savings as a Canadian real estate agent. Learn about vehicle expenses, home office, marketing, and other deductions you might be missing.

BrokerBooks Team · March 20, 2026
Tax Tips

HST Guide for Ontario Realtors: What You Need to Know

Understand HST registration, collection, input tax credits, and filing requirements for Ontario real estate agents. A complete guide to staying CRA-compliant.

BrokerBooks Team · March 20, 2026
Tax Tips

2026 CRA Tax Changes Every Canadian Realtor Needs to Know

Key 2026 CRA tax changes affecting Canadian realtors: capital gains inclusion rate, GST elimination for first-time buyers, increased audits, updated tax brackets, and digital filing requirements.

BrokerBooks Team · March 20, 2026
Market Update

Canadian Housing Market Update: Spring 2026 Outlook

Spring 2026 Canadian housing market outlook: sales trends, price forecasts, regional breakdowns, affordability improvements, and what realtors should do to prepare for the spring market.

BrokerBooks Team · March 20, 2026