by Jennifer Lynn Walker | Jan 27, 2006 | Working with Brokers
Because real estate is complex and considerable amounts of money are involved. Thanks to professional status of agents, they can guide you throughout this important transaction and prevent you from making costly mistakes. Here are a few good reasons why: Professional...
by Jennifer Lynn Walker | Jan 27, 2006 | Working with Brokers
WHY HIRE A REAL ESTATE BROKER? The Greater Montréal Real Estate Board members are there to give you a hand! Selling a property often rhymes with legal, financial and commercial complexities. You can always count on an agent’s or a broker’s expertise to go through the...
by Jennifer Lynn Walker | Jan 27, 2006 | Buying, Condo
By Jennifer Lynn Walker In a divided co-ownership, each owner owns part of the building, whereas in an undivided co-ownership, all owners are responsible for the entire building together. These are some important tips to know when buying an undivided: You need 20%...
by Jennifer Lynn Walker | Jan 27, 2006 | Buying
Real estate has changed quite a bit over the years. Buyers are becoming more educated and interested in adding real estate to their investment portfolios.This is a question that I am asked a lot which pertains to home buying as well as a revenue property (duplex,...
by Jennifer Lynn Walker | Jan 26, 2006 | Mortgage & Finances
If you work independently or own a business, then you know that it pays to keep your taxable income as low as possible. That makes you a smart business person. But the story can change when you try to get a mortgage. Your income – at least on paper – may not support...
by Jennifer Lynn Walker | Jan 26, 2006 | Mortgage & Finances
If you are like most homeowners, you are focused – for good reason – on finding the best possible rate for your mortgage. Your mortgage broker can offer you the best range of rate options and terms. If a mortgage broker can get you one per cent off the posted rate,...
by Jennifer Lynn Walker | Jan 26, 2006 | Home Improvement & Inspections, Selling
Home inspections have traditionally been for the benefit of the purchaser. Pre-inspected listings benefit all parties – purchasers, vendors and agents. The benefits: Deals won’t fall through Speeds up the selling process Avoid renegotiation Knowing what repairs prior...
by Jennifer Lynn Walker | Jan 26, 2006 | Working with Brokers
Relying on Realtor.ca to do searches for you is fine. But you may not be getting 100% of the information and properties that might be available to you. Let’s say you are searching for a 3 bedroom home and, for example, 5 turn up. There are really 3 more on the market...
by Jennifer Lynn Walker | Jan 26, 2006 | Working with Brokers
What is the protocol? Most people don’t seem to know. I must admit it to be very frustrating on my part sometimes. I am a committed professional doing my utmost best and it is challenging to teach new buyers. These are simple suggestions that you might like to...
by Jennifer Lynn Walker | Jan 26, 2006 | Buying, Mortgage & Finances
CLOSING COSTS TO PURCHASER 1. Deposit cheque (certified) with your offer to purchase, which becomes part of the down payment. 2. Notaries’ fees of approximately $1400 plus taxes. Could be more the larger the building. 3. Adjustment of school taxes (July to June). 4....
