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Holding an open house is a great way to sell your house, but only if people come and see it at its very best. There are two stages to the open house process; first, you need to let as many people as possible know that you are holding an open house. Second, you need to make sure that the people who do attend are wowed by the property. These open house tips will help you to plan a perfect open ...

Buying a home is a dream come true, and Durham Region has many spectacular homes to choose from. For those who have been working hard to save up, it can be a tough awakening when a mortgage rate is offered to you that makes that dream home slip out of sight. If you are considering shopping for a home, consider these tips that will help you understand how to get the best mortgage rate. Shop M ...

When you browse the homes for sale in Durham region neighborhoods, you aren't simply looking for a piece of real estate. You are searching for a place that you and your family can settle in for years down the road. But with so many homes for sale in Durham region that happen to fit into your budget, how do you choose? Consider the following variables below, and allow them to help guide your h ...

If you have found a house that appears to meet your needs, you should use a house inspection checklist to perform your own inspection of the interior and exterior. You will want to look out for any obvious problems. Unless you are in the market for a fixer upper, the problems you find may provide adequate reason to pass on one house and move on to the next. It is important to note that your ...

When buying home in Ontario there are several different financial matters you have to keep in mind. The cost of the move itself, home related expenses, closing costs, and tax implications are just some of the many different financial impacts buying a home has. Despite the work involved owning a home is both financially and personally rewarding. Home ownership also carries tax benefits as well ...

So you’ve found a perfect house that’s in your price range, your target location, and matches your style. But the question of if you can actually afford it is another thing entirely. Just because a home is in your mortgage price range doesn’t necessarily mean you can afford the actual cost of buying a house. If you’re questioning the actual cost of buying a house, consider the following fees ...

For most of us buying a home in cash rather than a combination of cash and credit is impractical, meaning that a mortgage represents our most reliable path towards home ownership. However getting a mortgage is one of the biggest commitments that you can make, so you should spend some time making sure that you are ready for the responsibility. What Getting a Mortgage Requires of You Credit ...

Are you wondering how to get a mortgage that is right for you? This can be a difficult question to answer. Most Canadians will have to take out a mortgage in order to buy a home. The first step in figuring out how to get a mortgage that will work for you is to look at your options. There are many different kinds of mortgages to choose from. The right choice can deliver significant savings, ...

The current real estate market makes the purchase of a new home incredibly appealing, especially for first time home buyers. As interest rates lower, and the government creates new tax credits and benefits for first time buyers, it can be easy to step into the real estate market prematurely. When buying a home, there are many possibilities and questions you need to consider before you vie ...

When you decide that it’s time to buy a house, it’s easy to forget that it is more than just a one step process. From viewings, house inspections, and closing paperwork, buying a property can take far longer than you expected. Beyond just the problem of time, there are many things to know when buying a house. If you’re in the process of buying a home, remember these things to know when buying ...