Gone are the days when mould was simply the “nasty black stuff’ growing on a wall that was cleaned up with some bleach. Today we are more aware of indoor air quality and that exposure to mould can cause a wide variety of illnesses. Mould can cause symptoms such as allergenic reactions or asthma attacks, progressing to severe and chronic ailments with prolonged exposure.

One of the biggest obstacles facing many investors is money for deals. Whether it’s a down payment or financing, it seems to hold a lot of people back.

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was commonly used in Canada until the 1980’s for acoustic and thermal insulation, and fire proofing. As such many older industrial, commercial and residential buildings still have asbestos-containing materials, which can include: ceiling tiles, plaster, texture coat (stucco), drywall compound, vinyl floor tiles and sheeting, pipe insulation, and some loose-fill vermiculite insulation.

Often, I get calls from new clients who are in the mist of negotiating an offer on a property and are looking to arrange attractive financing in order to waive the financing condition.