Many of my friends and clients are approaching or in retirement and I'm constantly fielding questions regarding not only their current and future needs but the housing needs of a parent or Grand parent
Some of these most resent topics
> What new adult lifestyle projects are being built around Ontario
> What work should I do to fix my house up if I'm going to sell in the next couple of years. ...
Posted by Glenda Cowling
on February 1, 2011
Recently I have taken Courses on line through Century 21 System,as well as the Brampton Real Estate Board,to keep up with changing technology.
Some of these courses taught me to build my website, gave me Win-Win negotiating skills, kept me up-to date on the Competition Bureau, gave me the leading edge on mortgage financing and how to help my clients in Rent-To-Own situations.
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Posted by Glenda Cowling
on January 13, 2011
HST The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) and Real Estate General Information on the HST HST =13% Combination of the current 8% Provincial Sales Tax and the 5% federal GST creating a 13% Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) The HST will come into effect on July 1, 2010 - however, note the transitional rules. HST WILL apply to: (not a complete list) The purchase of newly constructed or substantially renovated ...
Posted by Glenda Cowling
on March 29, 2010
Remarks on the Competion Bureau
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Posted by Glenda Cowling
on March 29, 2010
Thinking of selling your home but not sure if now is the "right time?"
The most common reasons why people decide to sell their homes include changes to their financial status, an employment transfer, a growing family or retirement. Today's low interest rates have also made it attractive for many homeowners to "move up" to a larger home.
Whatever your reason, selling a house is a complicated ...
Posted by Glenda Cowling
on February 17, 2010
Existing home sales activity reached the highest level ever for the month of December, according to statistics released by The Canadian Real Estate Association. Strong demand in the second half of 2009, especially in the fourth quarter, pushed annual sales above 2008 levels.
Residential sales activity via the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) of Canadian real estate boards numbered 27,744 ...
Posted by Glenda Cowling
on January 18, 2010
If you're thinking of purchasing your first home, you probably have a lot of great ideas about what you'd like - such as several thousand square feet of living space, a two-car garage, large fenced-in lot, one or two fireplaces and a panoramic view. But it may be time for a reality check.
Most first-time buyers want their dream home right away. However, that dream home likely sells for ...
Posted by Glenda Cowling
on January 7, 2010
REALTORS® welcome federal housing initiatives in stimulating Canadian economy
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) welcomes the federal government initiatives to stimulate economic growth outlined in the 2009 budget, especially those that will encourage home ownership in Canada. The Association applauds the government for recognizing the economic importance of the housing industry in some ...
Posted by Glenda Cowling
on March 11, 2009
Posted on Yahoo Tue Mar 3, 12:38 PM
OTTAWA (AFP) - Canada's central bank on Tuesday cut its key lending rate half a percentage point to a record low of 0.5 percent in its latest move to help arrest a deepening economic slump.
The Bank of Canada lowered its overnight rate as part of its ongoing effort to stimulate credit and economic activity. Since December 2007, it has cut its interest ...
Posted by Glenda Cowling
on March 11, 2009