by Cathy Berkhout-Bosse | Jan 13, 2018 | Home Buyer’s Resources
When viewing a home for sale, many buyers look at the property from a “macro” perspective. They ask themselves questions like: “Is it large enough?”; “Are there enough bedrooms?”; “Is it in a nice neighbourhood?” While those questions are important, it also pays to...
by Cathy Berkhout-Bosse | Dec 1, 2017 | Home Buyer’s Resources, Tips & Advice
The boxes are unpacked, the house is set up and everybody’s settled into their new routine after the big move. Life is beginning to feel a bit more normal. But now that you’re here and the immediate tasks have been taken care of, you want to get involved...
by Team BB | Aug 14, 2016 | Home Buyer’s Resources, Tips & Advice
Lately, viewing and selecting a home to purchase has become an extremely fast-paced experience. You see a home you like, you’re attracted to some of its key features and, before you know it, you have to make a a quick decision to put in an offer. However, if you...
by Team BB | Nov 3, 2014 | Home Buyer’s Resources, Tips & Advice
7 mistakes to avoid when buying a home prepare so that you don’t have nightmares later 1. Make sure your lender has done their appraisal of your home Just because you are pre-approved for financing, it does not mean you will get your money on closing. There are always...
by Team BB | Jul 7, 2014 | Home Buyer’s Resources, Tips & Advice
Many borrowers choose a five year term for their mortgage product as it suits their home-ownership plans as well as locks in a consistent payment which makes monthly budgeting easier. Did you know that statistically, the average borrower will refinance, move, renew,...
by Team BB | Apr 30, 2014 | Home Buyer’s Resources, Housing News, Real Estate Industry
Preventing the spread of municipal land transfer taxes (MLTT) is the focus of a new advocacy campaign at the Ontario Real Estate Association. The association launched the issue-based campaign in April to demonstrate the negative economic impact of the MLTT, based on...
