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Kitchen Improvements for under $100
Is it really possible to improve your kitchen’s look for about the cost of a takeout gourmet dinner with the family? Obviously you’re not going to be able to do anything major, such as replace the cabinets within that budget. But, there are many surprisingly low-budget ways to spruce up the ...
Continue Reading5 Easy-to-Forget Things to Do
When you have a buyer coming to view your property, you want to make the best impression possible. So, you do the usual things. You clean, tidy and declutter. However, some details are easy to forget. For example: Is there a mat by the front door for shoes, umbrellas, etc.?Did you air ...
Continue ReadingKnowing When to Walk Away: 5 Instances to Decline a Listing
This one is for agents.... Published by Kartik Subramaniam, founder, Adhi Schools Introduction: In the competitive world of real estate – sometimes, it's in their best interest to walk away from a potential deal. Aspiring agents are often eager to take on any listing, assuming it's a stepping stone to success. In this article, I ...
Continue Reading“Non-Market” Reasons Why it Might Be the Ideal Time to Sell
When considering whether or not to sell their home, many people think about market conditions. They consider whether it’s a buyer’s or seller’s market. They look at trends. They try to time the sale to get the best price for their property. While market conditions certainly can play a role in ...
Continue ReadingThe Rights Of Sellers And Buyers Of Commercial Buildings In Ontario
For most individuals, investing in commercial properties in Ontario can be lucrative. After all, the province boasts a thriving economy, diverse industries, and a vibrant community. This makes investing there a great opportunity for those who wish to diversify their investment portfolio and grow their business operations. That being said, purchasing ...
Continue ReadingThe Seven Deadly Sins of CRE Investment
Buying a CRE asset above its value or at a low cap rate is rarely a route to a successful transaction. Most of you have heard about the Seven Deadly Sins that include; pride, envy, gluttony, lust, anger, greed and sloth. There are also Seven Deadly Sins of commercial real estate ...
Continue ReadingClear Signs of a Bad Real Estate Agent
Don’t brush off these telltale signs of a bad real estate agent Did you choose your real estate agent based on a friend-of-a-friend’s referral, a quick Google search, or even a flyer in a mailbox? Is your gut telling you it isn’t the right fit, but you’re not sure if it’s ...
Continue ReadingMortgage Fraud
Be one step ahead and discover red flags that may indicate any of the different types of mortgage fraud so you won't be a victim yourself and avoid getting yourself entangled in any fraudulent agreements. Mortgage fraud can be a criminal offence when someone – you, a mortgage broker or agent, ...
Continue ReadingLists to Make When Selling Your Home
When you put your property up for sale, you want to make sure that potential buyers get all the information they need on the features of your home and its surrounding area. If, for example, a buyer doesn’t realize there is a great school just a couple of blocks away, ...
Continue ReadingMultiple Offers are Being Accepted
Are we able to see what others are offering before we make ours? This has been a more common question lately, as many transactions are taking place with multiple (competing) offers. Sellers represented by real estate brokerages in Ontario accept offers in what is referred to as closed bidding process, so ...
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