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5 Things to Remember About Chattels and Fixtures in your real estate transaction

photo credit: <a href=”http://www.flickr.com/photos/25972458@N04/6029307454″>AEG</a> via <a href=”http://photopin.com”>photopin</a> <a href=”https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/2.0/”>(license)</a> The buyer notices that the oven is not working when they do their final home visit, 2 days before closing. Can the buyer refuse to close or hold back money to repair the oven? These are just some of the questions that I receive from anxious

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6 Tips To Become A Successful Residential Landlord

Being a successful residential landlord in Ontario is not easy. Here are 6 important tips to remember: 1. Properly qualify your tenants in advance. Ask for proof of income and call the references that are provided. Check their credit. Interview them where they live. Check them out on social media. If you have any concerns, remember that

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Should You Buy Or Sell First?

The classic dilemma for many homeowners is whether to buy or sell first. There is no “right” answer. It depends on your specific circumstances. Most homeowners agree it is more prudent and less stressful if you sell your existing home before you buy a new one. You can often get top dollar for your home

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5 Things to Consider Before You Ever Think of Suing Anyone

photo credit: <a href=”https://www.flickr.com/photos/joegratz/117048243/”>Joe Gratz</a> via <a href=”http://photopin.com”>photopin</a> <a href=”http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.0/”>cc</a> Understand the consequences before you sue A wise philosopher once said: “I went bankrupt twice in my life; the first time when I lost a lawsuit, the second time when I won.” I couldn’t have said it better. In most cases, the only winners in

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Homeowner Tips to Immediately To Save Money

Did you know there are a few tips that a homeowner can do to save money on their utility bills?  Here are a few great tips to get you started! Lower the temperature of your water heater down to 120 degrees Fahrenheit This is the optimum temperature for your hot water heater. Most people do

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Placing Your Home on the Market?

Placing your home on the market requires objectivity and a specific amount of preparation. But where do you start? Which updates will pay off for you and where should you spend your time and money? As your chosen real estate professional, I will guide you through the whole process and make things much smoother for you.

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Are you ready to see some houses?

Have you been perusing the Internet and looking for houses online? I’m sure by now you are eager to see the inside of some houses. The wonderful thing about the Internet is we can view many listings online before we even step out the door. But, how can you tell if the house online is

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Looking for the Perfect Home? Create these 2 Lists

There is probably a long list of things you need and things you want in your next home. But putting them all on a single list would be a mistake. Why? Because buyers who separate what they need from what they want are much more likely to find a home that meets all their requirements.

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Selling Your Home? Consider a Pre-Sale Inspection

A home inspection isn’t just useful when buying a home. It can be invaluable when selling one, too.  How? A home inspection can detect previously unknown problems that you may wish to address before putting your house on the market. For example, let’s say an inspection reveals that there is a small crack in the

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What To Expect During a Home Inspection

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

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Timing the Market. Should you?

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

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