The real estate market is always buzzing in the spring time, but there is some extra buzz this spring and if you’re thinking of buying a home this season then you may want to get an early start.Here’s why:The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) comes into effect July, 1 2010 and the rate of many goods and services will be raised by eight percent. This includes the commissions, legal ...
Posted by Paul Baron
on March 9, 2010
May be you have some debt. you'd like to get rid off.
Many things will help put a band-aid on your debt situation.
However, you will never recover from the endless debt syndrome if you don't increase your level of awareness about the behavior that got you in debt in the first place.
Here are 5 debt myths that you may be acting as if you believe:
Myth # 1 - Higher income will get you out of debt.
Nothing ...
Posted by Mushtaq Sayed
on February 11, 2010
There are debates whether to allow rooming houses in Scarborough. Some say that it should be allowed so some home owners can make an extra income. This extra income can be used to pay some personal debts and can also be a help in paying mortgage. Some residents argue that the value of the properties where rooming is allowed would be affected. It would create so much changes.
Are you in favor of rooming ...
Posted by Rex Senis
on January 19, 2010
I just want to share the news and development of this LRT project. I have received a flyer from the Village Voice Gazzete detailing the activities that will be going around this area soon. According to the Sheppard East Village Business Improvement Area, some major changes will be done along Sheppard Avenue from Don Mills to Meadowvale. The widening of the road is foremost and there will be relocations ...
Posted by Rex Senis
on November 20, 2009
The Canadian Real Estate Association boosted its home sales forecast for the year by 6.6 per cent and projected price will climb 4.2 per cent to a record $317,900. MLS.expects 460,200 units will sell in 2009. Home buyers take advantage of very favourable mortgage rates, with the economy slowly regaining its footing, housing market to remain largely intact. However, the back to back double ...
Posted by Susanna McLean
on November 16, 2009
Is this the fall that your home becomes an empty nest? Every September as students head off to college and university, parents are left behind. Once the youngest child leaves they are left in what has come to be known as the empty nest. Some parents mourn and some celebrate their time alone and with each other. However you feel about it, moving to a smaller home may be a good option to consider.There ...
Posted by Paul Baron
on November 12, 2009
Some people have asked me if the Swine Flu / H1N1 has affected the real estate market. Nope!!!....not really. Although when meeting clients and showing property nobody wants to shake hands or get too close. Its kind of weird if you ask me. I think our society is desensitizing. The need to make someone feel comfortable about their transaction is becoming a thing of the past. ...
Posted by Sherif Nathoo
on November 4, 2009
A qualified, competent real estate agent will help you navigate the myriad of decisions that arise when buying and selling a home. An agent provides value to the homeowner in many ways:
Pays for all marketing and advertising costs.
Adds experience and expertise in all aspects of the sales process including marketing, financing, negotiations and more.
Handles ...
Posted by Ken Yeung
on November 3, 2009
In the first two weeks of October, G.T.A Realtors reported 3,631 sales-up 34% compared to the first two weeks of October,2008. The average
price for these transactions was up 17% year-over-year to $414,479.
" While the demand for existing homes has remained strong, it is important to recognize the context of the current statistics. We are now making
comparisons to the fall of 2008 when we experienced ...
Posted by Ken Yeung
on November 3, 2009
Negotiate is what Century 21 agents do best. Whether it is getting the best offer and term for a Seller or securing a great deal for a buyer, clients always remember the value a Realtor adds to their transaction. We're involved in assisting our clients with their homes.
A strength in any negotiation is to know the facts. Knowledge is power and learning as much as you can and being ...
Posted by Serge Younan
on November 1, 2009