As you may have recently read, The Bank of Canada has decided to hold its lending rate at a 22-year high of 5%. But what does this mean for your mortgage? And should the current economic climate affect whether you consider a fixed mortgage, or a variable mortgage? First of all, for many with a […]
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Looking to purchase your first home somewhere down the line? You might qualify for one of Canada’s newest registered savings plans, the First Home Savings Account (FHSA). If you’re like most Canadians, buying a home has never felt more daunting. According to the most recent numbers from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price
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It happens: You walk into a home and completely fall in love with it. You can picture yourself living there, how you’re going to decorate, even how your furniture will fit. There’s just one little issue, though: You haven’t yet sold your current home. This can be a tough one, especially since emotions are involved.
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It’s no secret that purchasing a home almost always seems to be accompanied by “secret” additional costs. Lawyer fees, home inspection costs, taxes you didn’t know about until now – if you’re a first time home buyer (and even if you’re not!) it can all feel rather daunting. Today, I’d like to help demystify one
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The Role of Technology in Real Estate As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, it has become increasingly important for those in real estate to keep up with the latest innovations that affect the industry. However, familiarizing yourself with the ever-changing landscape of real estate technology can often be a challenge, even […]
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Wouldn’t it be great if there was a brochure with everything you ever needed to know about purchasing your very first investment property but were afraid to ask? I’m sure they exist out there somewhere. But I’ve tried to take the guesswork out of it for you (as well as the legwork) and placed all
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What does a home inspector look for? Scheduling a home inspection is an often crucial step in the home buying process. No matter how nice a home looks to the untrained eye, there are sometimes nasty surprises and unforeseen costs that can easily be avoided through an inspection. During the global pandemic, it became […]
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Getting ready to buy your first home? 2023 is a great year to pull the trigger. Prices have dropped off their recent highs, and mortgage rates are still relatively low. That said, it’s important to do your homework before taking the plunge into homeownership. Here are five tips to keep in mind when buying a
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Starter Tips for Getting into House Flipping Flipping houses isn’t easy. Flipping a house can be a great project to take on if you’re looking to generate some additional income. Not only that, but planning and executing a flip can be quite a fun experience for you and any others involved. In this […]
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Now that you’ve moved in, what’s next? – Congratulations on the big move! No matter if this is your first home or one of many, it takes a lot to plan and prepare for the big day. Now that you’re all settled in, what’s next? In this blog, we’ll cover some fun ideas for next […]
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