You may be wondering what measures real estate agents and brokerages are taking in these currently very uncertain times. Here in Ontario such individuals and companies are still allowed to operate – as they have been classified as essential services – but most people are understandably confused and concerned. In many ways life in Ontario […]
In just a few weeks, the outbreak of the COVID19 coronavirus has changed the way we live, work and do business in many ways. Guidelines change daily, and we are all doing what we can to keep up while also trying to maintain some semblance of routine and stability. Many are wondering about the usually […]
Maybe it’s the first Waterloo Region home you’re ever going to purchase yourself, or perhaps it’s a crucial upgrade that you’ve decided to invest in now that your family is getting bigger. Either way, choosing the ideal home is a huge decision. In fact, is one of the most significant financial decisions you’re ever going […]
You’re probably familiar with letters to Santa. You’ve most likely heard of letters to the editor. But have you heard of a homebuyer letter? In some areas, buyers are including these communications when they submit offers to purchase a home. If the trend grows, these messages could become common documents among real estate paperwork. Here’s […]
There are few things more exciting, when it comes to making purchases at least, than buying a new Waterloo Region home. But, you will find that your new home search is filled with plenty of decisions and “watch outs.” However, most new home buyers rarely think about pests. Pest problems can be lurking beneath the […]
Buying a Waterloo Region home is a whirlwind of excitement, paperwork, and big life changes. While it can be a time to celebrate, it’s also a vulnerable time when some not-so-great people try to take advantage of you. Luckily, many homeowners never experience a scam, the unfortunate reality is that some do fall victim to […]
Investing in Waterloo Region real estate can be a very profitable enterprise in 2020. Buying Waterloo Region student housing property generates income as tenants pay rent, while also allowing you to profit from a rising housing market. Student housing property investments are different from other rental properties in several ways you should account for before […]
Moving to a new Waterloo Region home, as exciting as that is, also ranks right up there among life’s most stressful events. So if you feel that way, imagine how your dog will feel. New rooms, unfamiliar smells everywhere, a (strange) new yard and a neighbourhood of new people and new dogs can all be […]
They were such big plans, the plans you had for the two of you. A perfect match you had envisioned that you would be together for a long time to come, and maybe even grow old together. You were more than ready to make the big commitment. But then it all went sour. That’s how […]
These days when most people are beginning their home search they do one thing first. Head to Google. Beginning a home search online is pretty much the norm at this point and it’s where about 70% of Canadians begin theirs in fact. However, when you are Googling around for those perfect properties you should do […]
Decisions, decisions. That’s the name of the game when it comes to picking your new Waterloo Region dream home. Condo in the city? Sprawling pad in the suburbs? Cute house close to downtown? The options can seem overwhelmingly endless. How do you find the perfect neighborhood for you? The right home is more than just […]
You want to make smart financial choices for your future, and you know that you are at a point in your life when some big decisions have to be made. Do those include buying a Waterloo Region home? Here are five big financial benefits that point to the answer being yes. Tax breaks As a […]
There are lots of things to consider when buying a home, and they don’t all relate to square footage and counter top types. So many things in fact that it is rather easy to overlook some important considerations, especially if they don’t seem, at first, to relate directly to the properties you are/will be viewing. […]
Choosing the right real estate agent to help you sell your home is a crucial part of the process. Interviewing several before making a decision is often a good idea and doing a little ‘detective work’ into their past performance does not hurt either. Sometimes however what seemed like a good fit at the beginning […]
A recent study conducted in the US found that 33% of the home buyers surveyed admitted that the process of buying a home reduced them to tears on more than one occasion. 38% said that they found the process to be one of the most stressful things that had ever been through, with that figure […]