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Category: Real Estate (43 posts)
Home Valuation and Appraisals: Unveiling the Mechanics, Influencing Factors, and Value-Boosting Tips
August 9, 2023 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Home Valuation and Appraisals: Unveiling the Mechanics, Influencing Factors, and Value-Boosting Tips The process of buying, selling, or refinancing a home involves a critical component that can gre ...
read moreCatching Up on Retirement with an Income Property: A Wise Investment Strategy
June 21, 2023 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
As the retirement landscape continues to evolve, many individuals find themselves concerned about the adequacy of their savings and the possibility of outliving their nest egg. However, there is a sol ...
read moreBenefits of Buying a New Home in the Summer
May 17, 2023 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Summertime brings sunny days, warm weather, and an ideal opportunity for house hunting. If you're considering buying a new home, the summer months offer several advantages worth considering. In this ...
read more5 Things NOT to do When Selling Your Home
March 16, 2023 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
The process of selling a residential property can be time-consuming and emotionally involving, especially if it is your first sale. While your home's curb appeal influences a prospective buyer's poten ...
read more10 Things to Know About the Offer Process
November 30, 2022 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
10 Things to Know About the Offer Process Before making an offer on your dream house, here are the ten things you need to know about buying real estate to ensure your offer is solid. Buying real e ...
read more10 Important Questions to Ask Your Contractor
November 9, 2022 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
10 Important Questions to Ask Your Contractor Are you thinking about hiring a contractor before selling real estate? Here are ten important questions you should ask the contractor before signing a co ...
read moreCommon Mistakes That House Flippers Make & How to Avoid Them
October 12, 2022 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Mistakes That Can Make House Flipping a Flop Common Mistakes That House Flippers Make & How to Avoid Them Making it in the world of house flipping means making sound and prudent decisions. Read ...
read moreHow Many Homes Should You View Before Buying?
August 10, 2022 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
If you are beginning the home-buying process, you may begin to wonder how long it will take until you find the perfect home for you and your family. The answer to that varies due to different factors. ...
read moreTips for Buying Rental Investment Properties
July 6, 2022 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Most people float the idea of investment property around at some point in their life, and the growing popularity of real estate buy-and-flip shows only makes the prospect more enticing. However, befor ...
read more5 Negotiation Secrets Smart Buyers Use to Get Better Deals
June 22, 2022 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Being a buyer in today's real estate market can be challenging. The market is very competitive right now, making the average buyer feel like it is impossible to secure a good deal. Luckily, some trick ...
read moreHome-Buying 101: A Guide to Purchasing Your First Home
April 20, 2022 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Home-Buying 101: A Guide to Purchasing Your First Home Buying a home involves a lot of complex steps, but by doing your homework ahead of time, you can boost your know-how and have more confidence in ...
read more5 Benefits of an Investment Property
April 6, 2022 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
5 Benefits of an Investment Property Building a strong real estate portfolio is a great way to create passive income now and a strong investment portfolio for later. If you are looking at building y ...
read moreTips for Picking the Right Home to Flip
March 16, 2022 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Guide to Choosing a House to Flip for Maximum Profit Not every property will make a promising flip. Here is everything you need to know to maximize your profits from the very start while minimizing t ...
read moreFive Great Benefits of Owning an Investment Property
October 20, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Five Great Benefits of an Investment Property Maybe you have considered investing in real estate but aren't sure if it's the right move for you. There are several benefits to an investment property, ...
read moreHow to Handle a Low-Ball Offer in Real Estate | Home Selling Advice
September 29, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
How to Handle a Low-Ball Offer in Real Estate - Home Selling Advice How to negotiate and handle low-ball offers on your real estate property in a buyer's market without compromising the value or wort ...
read moreHidden Costs of Homeownership
August 25, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
You've made that momentous decision to buy a home. Your credit score is good, your employment is steady, you're debt-free and you've even saved up enough money to cover a down payment as well as some ...
read moreBuying Land To Build A Home in Ontario
June 16, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Buying Land To Build A Home If you've been dreaming of escaping your unruly neighbors, the hubbub of the city, or the restrictions of your homeowners' association, then buying land to build a home is ...
read moreWhat Are the Next Steps After Your Offer Was Rejected? In Ontario
May 19, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
What are the next steps after your offer was rejected? Finding an ideal home can be a daunting process. It involves talking to a wide range of realtors and having a myriad of meetings with your mortg ...
read moreThings To Look Out For When Viewing A Property
April 21, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Becoming a homeowner can be quite an exciting experience; however, house hunting is not a process without challenges. Depending on your personal preferences, needs, and budget, you need to carefully ...
read moreBuying A Home As A Senior Citizen | ON
April 7, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Buying a home is for everyone — or those who can afford to pay for their mortgage. Albeit you're 60 or 70 years old, it's possible and beneficial to own a home so long as you have the financial mean ...
read moreTop 10 Considerations When Moving to a New Area
March 24, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
/>Peak Moving Season being just around the corner, most movers and other professionals in the industry will tend to encourage moving during the offseason. No matter where you are moving to, here ar ...
read moreCan Housing Upgrades Affect Your Insurance?
February 23, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Housing upgrades have the potential to leave you underinsured so it is important to always contact your home insurance before starting a home renovation. Home renovations are trendy right now due to ...
read moreRent to Own Homes vs. Mortgage: How Do They Work?
February 9, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Rent to Own Homes vs. Mortgage: How Do They Work? If you're hoping to achieve your dreams of homeownership, rent-to-own and mortgage are two options to consider. Here is everything you need to know a ...
read moreBenefits of Investing in Multi-Family Real Estate
January 13, 2021 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
What is Multi-Family Real Estate? Any residential property that contains more than one housing unit is classed as multi-family real estate. Some of the most prevalent examples of multi-family real ...
read moreTop 3 Biggest Home Seller Mistakes
December 23, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Selling a home can be a daunting process; finding a real estate professional may help ease a lot of the stress. They will not only help find a buyer and undertake the complex process of closing the de ...
read moreRenting VS Buying a Home
November 24, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Your colleagues, friends, and family may be enjoying the comfort of their homes, but you're still living in a rental property. Such situations may compel someone to think about purchasing a property. ...
read moreFive Tips for Buying a Condo
November 9, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Yaaay! You finally got enough to facilitate the down payment of your first condo, or perhaps this is your investment property. Here is a simplified guide that includes some tips for buying a condo.& ...
read moreReverse Mortgages for Healthcare purposes
October 21, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Healthcare costs for aging Canadians is a topic that many retirees have underestimated. In fact, in the 2014 Sun Life Canadian Health Index, 44% of Canadians didn’t expect to pay anything for ...
read moreAdvice for First-Time Home Sellers
August 26, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
When buying your home, you probably dreamt of passing it down to future generations. Now, things turned out different and you are looking to sell. You fell in love with your home and made a ton of ...
read moreTop 3 Home Improvement Ideas to Increase the Value of Your Home
August 13, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Homeowners are often excited about home renovations and updates. Some property owners also use that opportunity to fulfill their wish lists, such as adding a master bedroom or hardwood flooring. Wit ...
read more5 Things NOT To Do When Selling Your House
July 30, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
The process of selling a residential property can be time-consuming and emotionally involving, especially if it is your first sale. While your home's curb appeal influences a prospective buyer's poten ...
read moreHome Inspections, How They Can Benefit Home Buyers and Sellers
July 16, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Owning a home is one of the most valuable investments you can make. While good living spaces should be as comfortable as possible, with time they should also be able to increase their ROI. That's why ...
read moreUseful Tips for Buying and Selling A Home During Covid-19
June 26, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
The coronavirus pandemic has derailed buying and selling activities in the property market. Albeit fewer homes have been listed for sale, the industry is gradually recovering. Prospective buyers can m ...
read moreIs it a Good Time to Become a First-Time Home Buyer?
May 28, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
We are facing a challenging time as we work together to combat COVID-19 in our country and even our own neighborhoods. With so much uncertainty in the air, is it a good time to think about buying a ho ...
read more5 First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes To Avoid
May 13, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Buying your first home is a scary and exciting process because it’s a HUGE commitment. It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of home shopping and mistakes can leave you with buyer&rs ...
read more6 Signs a Home Will Likely Increase In Value
March 25, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
A home is a massive investment. Any new homeowner will naturally hope their investment will gain value. While nothing in life is guaranteed, there are some excellent indicators that a home is likely t ...
read more6 Persistent Real Estate Myths You Really Need to Ignore
March 11, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Whether you're a home-buyer or a seller, it pays to understand the real estate market if you want to get a good deal. Unfortunately, a series of damaging ideas has grown up around real estate which ca ...
read moreReal Estate 101: Essential Tips for First-Time Home Buyers
February 12, 2020 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Buying a home is always a big decision, but when you're a first-time buyer it's even more important to get it right. Without home-buying experience to draw on, it's easy to make mistakes you could reg ...
read moreHow to Turn Your Home in Vaughan into a Rental Property and Not Live to Regret It
December 20, 2019 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Thinking about turning your home into a rental property?If you are having trouble selling your home, you have a number of options. You could stay in the property and hope for the best, but if you ha ...
read moreFive Things to Consider Before Flipping a House
May 8, 2018 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
House flipping can be a tempting way to make fast money, but not every fixer-upper has the potential to be profitable. Here's five things to consider before buying a property to flip. 1. Time Tele ...
read moreThinking of Buying a Home? Ask Yourself These Questions First
April 24, 2018 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Many people simply assume that buying a home is always better than renting, but that is not always the case. Owning a home makes sense in certain circumstances, just as renting is a smart move in othe ...
read more4 Hidden Problems That Could Be Hurting Your Home Sale
April 10, 2018 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
One of the biggest fears that home sellers have is that their property will end up on the real estate market for months on end. This is a nightmare for a number of reasons. First of all, having your h ...
read moreThe Benefits of Investing in Income Producing Properties
March 20, 2018 | Posted by: Lucy Melino
Making money in any real estate venture is a difficult task, and many people don't have the skills (or the stomach) for flipping houses. An alternative to this intrinsically risky activity is to purch ...
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