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If you are considering buying a home in the near future, but balking at the idea of moving in the dead of winter, here are a few things for you to consider. The price of homes tends to drop in the winter months, and the competition among bidders nearly disappears. If you are willing to put up with a little chilly weather while you move, you may be able to save a significant amount of money an ...

When you’re buying a house, it’s important to look further than just the pictures you see online. Though the paint colours and flooring choices may be a big part of how you envision yourself in the home, looking beneath the walls to see what you’ll really be dealing with in the future is even more important. When you buy a house, you also buy what’s hiding in the walls and buried in the yard ...

Home ownership is no small thing and not something you can make a quick decision on. Buying a home is very involved and it can be difficult knowing where to start. With the following house buying tips you’ll soon be able to narrow down your property choices and purchase your perfect home. Take Your Time Buying a home is a long term decision and you should consider it as a choice that will ...

Durham Region has recently become one of the most popular areas in the GTA to purchase a house, as buyers are realizing all the benefits of the area. Homes for sale in Durham Region are a fantastic investment choice, and whether you choose to live in the area or use the house as a rental, there has never been a better time to invest in Durham. Consider the following reasons why buying a home ...

If you are getting ready to sell your home and you want to get your asking price, keep in mind the importance of its appearance. First impressions are important. You will want to make sure that your home is staged perfectly before showing it to potential buyers. Remember, the goal is to sell the home quickly without having to settle for a lower price. Consider the following tips on how to sta ...

When you are in need of some help with buying or selling a home, the services of a professional realtor can be invaluable. For optimal results however, you need to know how to sift through your options to ensure you are working only with the best. Below, we suggest 10 questions to ask a real estate agent before hiring them: Do you work on a full-time or part-time basis, and what hours do y ...

Durham Region has hit a growth spurt in the past decade, and now more than ever homes are quickly being built to keep up with this growth. New homes in Durham Region are quickly outnumbering mature properties, and for good reason. Sections of the west GTA like Peel and Halton Regions saw much of their population growth in the past two decades, and housing costs are reflective of this. Durham ...

There are numerous benefits that come having a realtor represent you during your real estate purchase! Buying a house can be a complicated, overwhelming process. A buyer’s agent has the knowledge and expertise to help keep you organized, and answer all of your questions throughout the entire process. They can let you know what to expect, problems to anticipate, and guide you through making th ...

When selling your house, adding value to your home can be easy with a few simple changes.  One of the easiest ways for adding value to your home is by making simple home repairs and upgrades. Here is a brief list of repairs that will not only increase the property’s value, but that are simple and cost efficient.     Painting and Touch Ups One of the easiest ways to increase your home’s valu ...

The provincial government is set to give municipalities the right to levy new municipal land transfer taxes in their own jurisdictions- potentially doubling the tax currently paid when a property is purchased. When affordability is the factor being questioned for many, another new tax may be the tipping point. If introduced province-wide, the effect could be dramatic: the tax on a home purch ...