Condo Status Certificate: 5 Red Flags Before You Waive Conditions
The status certificate tells you if the building is financially healthy or a ticking time bomb. Here's what to look for before you remove your financing or inspection conditions on a Mississauga condo.
Before you waive conditions on a Mississauga condo, read the status certificate, or have your lawyer review it. This document covers reserve fund health, special assessments, litigation, and rules that affect your monthly costs and resale value.
Reserve fund below 25% of recommended
If the reserve fund study shows the account is significantly underfunded, a special assessment may be coming. Ask your lawyer what the study recommends versus what's actually in the account.
Pending or recent special assessment
A building that just levied $15,000 per unit, or is voting on one, changes your true cost of ownership. Factor it into your offer price or walk away.
Active litigation
Deficiency claims against the developer, slip-and-fall suits, or disputes with contractors can mean higher fees, insurance premiums, or difficulty selling later.
High delinquency rate
When many units aren't paying condo fees, the corporation may struggle to fund repairs. Your fees could rise to cover the gap.
Restrictive rental or pet rules
Some buildings cap rentals or ban pets entirely. If you might rent out the unit or have a dog, confirm the rules before you commit.
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