Far too often Sellers agree to do things that they don’t end up doing. In a Real Estate transaction this could result in a Buyer being responsible for thousands of dollars in repairs or future payments if a Seller does not do what they agree to do.
A holdback is a very good way to ensure that what a Seller agrees to in an Accepted Offer actually gets done.
What is a Hold Back?
A holdback ...
Posted by Mike Stewart
on January 31, 2011
Good news - CENTURY 21 Canada is the first National franchise to have all of its offices on Foursquare.com.
What is Foursquare? It’s a mobile application and game that allows people to “check in” to venues and add tips or reviews, making cities more interesting to explore. The goal is to challenge users to experience new things, and by doing so, they are rewarded with badges or ...
Posted by Don Lawby
on January 27, 2011
Our Weblog at toddfryer.com is new and many of our colleagues and friends think it’s great that we are embracing the Online Channel and using Social Media to reach wider audiences so that we can ultimately have a broader market for our Clients. They also express curiosity and concern about how they can develop fresh content for a Weblog on their own. So, we decided to tackle this thorny issue ...
Posted by Todd Fryer
on January 24, 2011
On Monday, the Government of Canada announced adjustments to the rules for government-backed insured mortgages. These changes are an effort to address concerns about the increasing levels of Canadian household debt. They are designed to ensure that homebuyers don’t risk their financial security by buying more than they can afford.
So what do these adjustments mean to the average homeowner? ...
Posted by Don Lawby
on January 19, 2011
Have a look at any contract you’ve signed…phone, internet, gas, etc. If you read the clauses, you’ll discover that most of the time the contract protects the company more than it protects the consumer. Most contracts are extremely long and you likely won’t be able to get an explanation or clarification from a company sales rep. You may have limited choices ...
Posted by Sylvia Robbins
on January 18, 2011
Travelling is not only a past time for me; it’s a way of life. I’ve seen many places and met a lot of friends along the way, but I have to admit: there’s no place like home, and when I do come home, I want everything exactly how I left it.
If you’re travelling this winter season, consider some of the following tips to make sure your home is secure while you’re away. ...
Posted by Don Lawby
on January 14, 2011
I opened my Facebook this morning and read about one website's opinion on what 2011 Kitchens will resemble. Style at Home states, "The kitchen is the heart of the home. Indeed, no matter how lovely the living room, how comfortable the dining room chairs, you're sure to find a coterie of friends and family hovering around the kitchen whenever they're over. And no one can argue that having an up-to-date ...
Posted by Paulette Upshall
on January 11, 2011
Happy New Year!
What’s your new year’s resolution? Mine was made back in October when I realized that I wanted to do more for the CENTURY 21 Kids to Camp Program. For 30 years, I’ve been promoting Easter Seals and their cause and it’s now time for me to take action. I am pledging to do the Easter Seals Drop Zone plunge this year.
Children with disabilities overcome challenges ...
Posted by Don Lawby
on January 7, 2011
Ask yourself the question...Do you have enough time to do all the things that are important to you?
How will you manage your time during the coming year in 2011? Over the course of the next week or so you are likely to be asked if you made any New Year's resolutions?! You may or may not make any resolution(s) but the very question will likely make you think about ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 4, 2011