An Introduction to Landscaping for First-Time Buyer

September 8, 2011

Within this article we’ll review how landscaping affects house prices for first-time homebuyers. Now, you may be asking yourself how buying and landscaping are connected.  Well, from my point of view as a Realtor, I have found that many first-time buyers don’t understand the true cost of professional landscaping work.  Landscaping Can Affect Price – […]

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Negotiating the Tricky Path To Buying a Cottage In Ontario

September 6, 2011

Part One – The Search At this time of the year, as the warmer weather hits, there is an increased demand for recreational properties. Summer has finally appeared and the sunshine has us all yearning for an escape from the big city. But buying a cottage property is no easy task – take it from […]

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Steps to Make Before Closing a Home Deal

September 6, 2011

Buying or selling a home is unlike any other kind of financial transaction. A home is a place that is close to your heart. Real estate transactions are complicated and require the advice and assistance of professionals. There is a lot of money involved, and the process is daunting for many people. There are a […]

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How to Respond to Multiple Offers When Selling Your Home

September 5, 2011

 Okay, so you’ve decided to sell your property. You feel as if you’ve done everything correctly; you’ve hired an expert real estate professional and followed their advice to the letter.  Of course, nobody could do everything to perfect. But you worked closely together with your real estate professional and now you find yourself in the […]

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Feng Shui Tips

September 1, 2011

2011 is the Feng Shui year of the Metal Rabbit. Here are some tips to make your home a place of peace and warmth for 2011: Reduce clutter to allow for a good flow of positive energy Pink, red, purple, yellow and orange are good colours for the northwest area of your home. Do not […]

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Why It’s Better to Have Separate Agents Representing Buyers and Sellers

August 31, 2011

Most real estate agents in the GTA represent either the buyer or the seller in property transactions. Within the industry, we all have our personal preferences in terms of whether we prefer to work with buyers or sellers. Legally speaking, real estate agents CAN work for both parties in a property deal. Often, when I’m […]

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The Importance of Deposit Checks In a Property Purchase Deal

August 31, 2011

Those purchasing a property within the GTA are required to provide a deposit check to the selling party’s listing brokerage. By completing this task you, as the buyer are showing the seller that you are a motivated buyer and you have the money to complete the deal on time and in keeping with all fiscal […]

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July 2011 Average Sales Price up by 10%

August 31, 2011

In July-August 2011 despite increased difficulty of getting the mortgage and raising interest rates the average real estate selling price went up by 10% to $459,122 from $418,675 for same period last year.  The amount of transactions (buying and selling) also increased by 23% to 7,922.  There are more houses on a market right now […]

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Types of Mortgages in Canada

August 29, 2011

Most people need to obtain a mortgage when they are purchasing a property in Toronto. There are different types of mortgages available, depending on your needs. Pre-Approved mortgages A pre-approved mortgage allows you to start your home search, based on qualifying for a mortgage in advance. You will be given the best rates, and the […]

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Things to Know Before Buying a Condo

August 24, 2011

As a common sight across Canada, condominium buildings are quickly becoming the popular choice for those searching for a new home in this country. Great options for both the young, first-time homebuyer and those that are considering selling their house to relocate to a smaller, more manageable space, condos offer a highly affordable alternative to […]

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