A home inspection is a vital part of the buying process. It protects you from unknowingly purchasing a house that has serious deficiencies – and thereby turning what was initially a dream home into a nightmare. So what actually happens during a home inspection? Here are a few snapshots of what to expect. There is
Is there a perfect time to sell your house? The short answer is: Whenever you’re ready. Market “timing” isn’t the only factor that influences how quickly your house will sell or for how much. The preparations you make before listing your house on the market will also have a big impact on your success. Consider these
When it comes to the elements that make a house safe and comfortable, none are as important as air and water. Poor air and water quality can cause discomfort, damage your home’s structure, and even affect your respiratory health. Here are three easy ways to obtain better air, better water, and better health: 1. Increase
The Internet has made searching for a home a very easy and fruitful experience. realtor.ca and my web site can get you STARTED in the right direction, but don’t forget, nothing is ever as it appears on-line, so plan on doing some real-world investigation too. For most people looking for a home, the best place to
June 5, 2012 — Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported 10,850 transactions through the TorontoMLS system in May 2012 – an 11 per cent increase over the 9,766 sales in May 2011. Sales growth was strongest in the ‘905’ regions surrounding the City of Toronto. “Sales growth in the ‘905’ area code was stronger than growth in
The bed is the centerpiece of almost every bedroom. It takes up the most room, it’s where your eye is naturally drawn to, and it’s the place where you spend a third of your day. Yet despite all the attention on beds, headboards are often humdrum, predictable pieces of furniture. So why not add some
Grow Your Garden’s Appeal with a Splendid Shed Garden sheds are no longer just a dumping place for tools and flower pots. They have become a focal point of the garden itself. These days a shed can help beautify your garden, become an attractive place to relax, and bring a little “backyard appeal” to your
Unprecedented ‘Mortgage Sale’ and Consumer Confidence Fuel Real Estate Prices in First Quarter 2012 The Royal LePage House Price Survey released in April showed the average price of a home in Canada increased between 2.2 and 5.0 per cent in the first quarter of 2012, compared to the previous year. Market activity in the first
There are plenty of legitimate reasons to turn down a property, including poor location, unsuitable layout or too few square feet. Below, however, are a few reasons you might be tempted to overlook a home, but shouldn’t. LISTING PRICE. Too high? Don’t let that dissuade you; the seller likely isn’t getting any offers, and may
There is so much condominium construction occurring in the GTA that flipping of sales agreements has become a common real estate transaction. However, it comes with particular legal difficulties. Many buyers of new GTA condos looking to cash in on the hot real estate market by flipping their units before the buildings close face an
Question: I love entertaining in the summer – do you have any tips on how to do it on a budget? Answer: Yes! Nothing says “bring on summer” quite like a backyard BBQ. It’s the perfect mix of friends, the fresh outdoors, and fantastic food! But just because you want to throw a social, doesn’t
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