Did you know some insurance companies will not ensure homes with aluminum wiring, due to potential fire hazards? If you have a townhouse or bungalow built in the 70s, you may have aluminum wiring. The fix is easy, but time consuming and should be done by pros. Simply add copper wire pigtails to all outlets and switches and have the ESA inspect / certify the work is done!
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Posted by Szabolcs Pall
on November 9, 2010
5 Deal Breakers
Did you know that there are 5 key items that Buyers are checking for when evaluating a house? They typically concern themselves with:
The age of the Windows
Age/Condition of the Roof
Age of Furnace
Age of HWT
Any Visible Leaks and Cracks
So as a Seller, ensuring that you're able to produce receipts/documents for any work performed on these items will go ...
Posted by Szabolcs Pall
on September 16, 2010
With the introduction of HST in Ontario starting July 1st 2010, your real estate transaction will be effected in a number of ways. While you don't have to pay HST on resale homes, the services that you use may be HST taxable. Lawyer, home inspector, appraisal, survey and real estate fees are subject to the new HST. New home purchases are also subject to HST, but you may qualify for ...
Posted by Szabolcs Pall
on February 5, 2010