More Ontario homeowners than ever are choosing to sell privately — and keeping $40,000+ in commission in the process. But going FSBO without preparation is where sellers run into trouble. Here's everything you need to know before you list your home for sale by owner in Ontario.

Most Ontario homeowners don't find out what a realtor actually costs until they're at the closing table, watching $45,000 leave their pocket. Here's the complete breakdown of realtor commission in Ontario, what you get for it, and how to legally keep that money yourself.