8/16/2011 7:36:00 AM
Global Market Mayhem May Keep Interest Rates Low.
Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney’s plans to raise interest rates this
fall have been put on hold as a result of the continued financial struggles in
both the U.S. and Europe. It was
originally believed that the bank would be raising rates this September, ...
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5/17/2011 7:47:00 AM
Think beyond the MLS to get your home sold!
Spring time is when a lot of home owners decide to put their homes up for sale. The internet has done wonderful things for the real estate industry by giving sellers the opportunity to market their homes on many real estate websites. When you are choosing ...
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5/13/2011 10:17:00 AM
May Market Update - House sales drop, but prices remain high!
Canada's
real estate market is recovering, though it's not all the way back, according
to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). But don't expect falling sales to
be reflected in the price you pay. CREA notes that, in spite of fewer homes ...
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10/15/2009 2:04:00 PM
October Real Estate Sales Stats
Real estate statistics for October remain strong and show we are blasting out of the recession. Toronto, Oakville, Milton, Burlington and Hamilton markets are all showing significant increases in both units sold and average prices. Also, houses are staying ...
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10/8/2009 2:57:00 PM
Home Inspection Series - Part 8: Questions to ask prospective inspectors
Now that you have bought a home and are in need of an inspection, how do you decide on who you are going to hire? Here is a list of questions that should be asked before you decide on your home inspector. You want to do everything you can to ensure you hire ...
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10/7/2009 9:36:00 AM
Home Inspection Series - Part 7: Home inspections gone wrong
Home buyers hire home inspectors to help discover deficiencies in the home they are hoping to purchase. This inspection should reveal all major issues in the home so the buyer understands the condition of the home before they purchase it. Problems arise when ...
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10/5/2009 8:00:00 AM
Home Inspection Series - Part 6: Problems you should ask your inspector about
When you see the following problems listed as a concern in your inspection report, be sure to ask more questions to find out how serious the problem is and how much it will cost you to remedy. If the inspector writes “N/A”, “can’t be ...
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10/4/2009 3:28:00 PM
Home Inspection Series - Part 5: Inspections can identify areas to increase the value of a home
It is not the intended purpose of a home inspection, but the inspection might also give you some insight into potential opportunities for repairs and renovations that will not only make your home more pleasant to live in, but may also increase its value. With ...
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9/30/2009 9:38:00 PM
September Real Estate Sales Stats
Real estate statistics for September prove we continue heading in a positive direction. All numbers from Toronto to Hamilton are up in both units sold and average sale prices. Toronto Real Estate Board - Units sold are up 27% and average prices are up 6%. ...
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9/29/2009 7:44:00 AM
Let's Murder Your Mortgage
Have you ever thought about paying off your mortgage quicker? Have you ever had some money you wanted to invest, but just didn’t know where to put your money? Bumping up your mortgage payment can save you a fortune over the years ahead. Consider our ...
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