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3 Common Seller Questions

Posted on May 06, 2019

Home sellers have lots of questions. When it comes to selling a house, there is so much to do and know. We understand that approaching a home selling experience for the first time or even the first time in a couple of years can be overwhelming. Below are some of the most frequent questions that have popped up during this time.

 Is it possible to chan...

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New Construction Advice

Posted on May 06, 2019

You’ve found the home you’ve been looking for and you’re ready to make the deal. Below you will find some helpful tips and hints when it comes to buying a new construction home 


Determine a comfortable price range 
Review the Agreement of Purchase and Sale with a real estate or condominium lawyer before signing to ensure you understand exactly what i...

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3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home

Posted on May 06, 2019

So, you think that you found the property that best fits your needs? Below are three questions to ask yourself that will help you make a very informed decision when it comes time to start looking for homes.


Are You Aware of the Monthly Costs?
Not only is there the cost of the down payment, but there are also the mortgage payments when it comes to own...

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Helpful Tips to Help Maximize Your Kitchen Space

Posted on May 06, 2019

In a small kitchen, it is always best to maximize the use of storage space. One thing to think about is installing ceiling height cabinets and when it comes to corner space try to use corner cabinets.


Play With Angles
A good way to make use of space in the kitchen is to use a corner sink or cabinet. With all the new technology available, it is easy t...

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First-time Homebuyers and the Stress Test

Posted on May 06, 2019

One of the bigger developments in the real estate industry in Canada was with the introduction of the new rules from the office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions and how they will now require all homebuyers taking out mortgages from lenders to pass a “stress test”.

Meaning that any buyer that goes into one of Canada’s big five banks (B...

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Helpful Steps for Budgeting & Saving for a Down Payment

Posted on May 06, 2019

Starting to think about budgeting for a house? Here are some helpful tips and steps to make sure you are saving that money towards a down payment:


Goals
It is most likely not going to happen overnight, so why not break your target into smaller targets that are realistic. When it comes to paying yourself, maybe do this first before paying off expenses...

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