Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney’s plans to raise interest rates this fall have been put on hold as a result of the continued financial struggles in both the U.S. and Europe. It was originally believed that the bank would be raising rates this September, but recent indications suggest that we could be looking at rates dropping again before we begin to see increases. Home owners concerned ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on August 17, 2011
Canada's real estate market is recovering, though it's not all the way back, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). But don't expect falling sales to be reflected in the price you pay. CREA notes that, in spite of fewer homes changing hands, Canada's average house price will rise four per cent to $352,500 per unit this year, and should jump to nearly $356,000 in 2012. ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on May 13, 2011
"Sean handled 3 real estate transactions for my business and my family in a period of 2 months. He was an advisor, an expert and a friend all wrapped up in one person. He negotiated our two purchases with acumen of an old hand, and when it came to selling our home, he displayed rare perseverance and negotiating skills. I am glad I have had the opportunity to experience atypical real estate deals ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on November 5, 2010
Come by and visit this great home at 2216 Norfolk Drive in Oakville between 2 and 4 today.
This beautifully maintained 4 bedroom home is located on a quiet street in the family friendly River Oaks area of Oakville. The spacious front foyer leads you to the large living and dining area. Kitchen offers loads of cabinetry and countertop space with lovely views of the landscaped backyard. ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on October 17, 2010
This beautifully maintained 4 bedroom home is located on a quiet street in the family friendly River Oaks area of Oakville. The spacious front foyer leads you to the large living and dining area. Kitchen offers loads of cabinetry and countertop space with lovely views of the landscaped backyard. From the kitchen, walk out to the back deck which has a retractable awning to protect you ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on October 14, 2010
Come by and visit this great home at 2216 Norfolk Drive in Oakville between 2 and 4 today.
This beautifully maintained 4 bedroom home is located on a quiet street in the family friendly River Oaks area of Oakville. The spacious front foyer leads you to the large living and dining area. Kitchen offers loads of cabinetry and countertop space with lovely views of the landscaped backyard. ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on September 26, 2010
Have you ever thought about paying off your mortgage quicker? Have you ever had some money you wanted to invest, but just didn’t know where to put your money? Bumping up your mortgage payment can save you a fortune over the years ahead. Consider our happy newlyweds Dick and Jane. They live in Burlington, Ontario in a three-bedroom, two-storey home. They owe $200,000 on their mortgage ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on September 29, 2009
One of the biggest mistakes a first time buyer, or any buyer for that matter, can make when purchasing a home, is to get too emotionally involved in the home before proper research has been conducted on the property and surrounding area. Here is a checklist of items to be considered before you put pen to paper on an agreement of purchase and sale.
1) Houses older than 40 years may have aluminum, ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on June 2, 2009
Term Rate 6 Months 4.25% 1 Year 2.90% 2 Years 2.85% 3 Years 3.05% 4 Years 3.59% 5 Years 3.59% 7 Years 4.95% 10 Years ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on May 15, 2009
Oakville, Ontario: If you were ever looking for the right time to buy in Oakville, don't wait any longer as now is the time. With record low interest rates, large inventory of houses on the market and stabalizing prices, you might not want to miss out on the great opportunities to buy your Oakville dream property.
Average housing prices in Oakville are gradually catching up to the prices of ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on May 14, 2009