This new RST/GST tax is not getting any coverage in the newspaper/television and I am not sure why. It is going to be the biggest tax increase in history. It's like no one wants to inform us of the facts. I have been investigating and I would like to share my findings.The new tax will be administered by the Federal Government. It will be based on the GST, that means if the tax ...
Posted by Constantine Isslamow
on October 31, 2009
Bloomberg reports that the National Post will likely be forced to close as early as Friday if it isn't transferred to a different holding company, according to a Canwest court filing. The closure would affect more than 200 employees.
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Posted by Constantine Isslamow
on October 29, 2009
The U.S. economy grew at a 3.5 per cent pace in the third quarter, the best showing in two years, fuelled by government-supported spending on cars and homes.
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Constantine Isslamow
Real Estate Broker/Mortgage Broker/Manager
Century 21 United Realty Inc. Brokerage/CENTUM Core Financial Inc.
Independently Owned and Operated
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Posted by Constantine Isslamow
on October 29, 2009
LISTING STRATEGIES (16)
Step 12 of the listing presentation.
Pricing Strategy.
Who sets the price of a home when you list it? The Seller! Don’t fall into the pricing trap. Here’s you pricing strategy conversation that will place responsibility back on the decision markers shoulders!
“Mr. and Mrs. Seller, as I shared with you earlier, my job is to take your home ...
Posted by Constantine Isslamow
on October 29, 2009
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So the seller wants their home on TV and that’s not a part of your marketing plan?
Remember, plain and simple, the listing presentation in not a sales process, it’s a consultative process and you are the professional.
Don’t manipulate, avoid and redirect during the listing presentation. Just tell the truth.
Be crystal clear in your marketing plan ...
Posted by Constantine Isslamow
on October 28, 2009
Quite often the best properties in a ‘hot market’ are sold before they ever make it to the Multiple Listing Service – and exclusive listings never appear. This is when having a CENTURY 21 Sales Representative on your side is crucial.
On a daily basis, they are able to locate new listings in your specified area, and relay that property information directly to you. They do ...
Posted by Constantine Isslamow
on October 25, 2009
In addition to the listed price of a property, there are certain incidental closing costs involved in completing the transaction. And although they’re not hidden, they can certainly come as a surprise, especially to a first-time buyer.
These incidental costs include:
Deed Transfer Taxes
Mortgage Insurance
Appraisal fees, legal fees and disbursements
Adjustments for property tax, property ...
Posted by Constantine Isslamow
on October 25, 2009
Great sources for historical property information include the land titles office and the city property tax administration office in the related area. But of course, these methods take considerable time and effort, and the information you find can be difficult to understand. Here’s where working with an experienced LOCAL EXPERT pays off.
A knowledgeable professional can locate several years worth ...
Posted by Constantine Isslamow
on October 25, 2009
Moving forward with an offer can be complicated, which is why you should agree on details with your CENTURY 21 LOCAL EXPERT, and then allow them to use their experience to enter into negotiations on your behalf.
As you’d expect, your REALTOR will use in-depth ‘comparable’ information as a valuable negotiating asset when presenting your offer to the seller. But it’s also a ...
Posted by Constantine Isslamow
on October 25, 2009
The Multiple Listing Service indicates a specific price for each property. But how do you know if the list price is fair? One that’s on par with similar property in the area?
Buyers who choose a licensed REALTOR to represent their interests have easy access to unbiased comparable information. This info - known within the real estate industry as ‘comparables’ – specifies lesser ...
Posted by Constantine Isslamow
on October 25, 2009