Changes in the Ombuds Office

Effective August 15, 2023, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Schmidt as Interim New Home Ombuds, following the retirement of New Home Ombuds Jill Moriarty.  Serving homeowners as New Home Ombuds Advisor in the New Home Ombuds Office since 2017, Rachel has extensive experience working in dispute resolution with over 15 years of experience as a mediator and is an experienced dispute resolution trainer. We are excited that Rachel has agreed to serve in this capacity as we continue implementing our transition plan to find a permanent New Home Ombuds.  
 
What is the process to replace the New Home Ombuds? 

There is currently an open recruitment process, and the opening has been posted to common job and employment websites such as LinkedIn. The Tarion Board of Directors has hired an external third party to oversee this process.

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Guidance

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We receive, review and seek to resolve complaints, to ensure that Tarion treats homeowners fairly.

Recommendations

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