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How can I become a knowledgeable real estate buyer?

Purchasing a home is a significant financial commitment and, for most of us, the biggest of our lives. It might seem fairly overwhelming to go through all the steps necessary to find a house to call your own, from making offers and negotiating conditions to completing all the paperwork, obtaining a mortgage, and finalising the sale.

Because of this, the better off you'll be as a consumer the more informed you are. To understand the process, do extensive research. The website of the Real Estate Council...

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How quickly can I sell  a house after buying it?

You can immediately sell your house. It can happen the day after you close on the house and get the keys. Having said that, just because you can doesn't mean you should. 

I advise you to think about a few factors before making a choice if you are thinking about it.

Examine your current mortgage contract to see whether there are any restrictions in place. You may be required to pay a fee, known as a prepayment penalty, to end the arrangement if you sell the property soon after buying...

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How can a cooling market affect you?

What are the effects of a slowing real estate market on buyers and sellers?

A large portion of Ontario's residential real estate market has been cooled by a number of reasons, including higher interest rates, increasing inflation, and rising cost of living.

Recent reports from financial institutions indicate that rising interest rates are increasing the stress test mortgage qualification rate. The stress test, a computation used by lenders to determine whether a buyer can qualify for a specific mortgage,...

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How do I choose between renting and buying?

It might be difficult to decide whether to buy a home or rent one. To make a wise choice that fits with your financial situation, way of life, and aspirations, there are several factors to take into account. The following are some items I want you to consider.

Analyze the market. According to media reports, Ontario's residential real estate market is no longer as hot as it was during the pandemic's peak. There are many causes for this, but a few stand out: growing living expenses, higher inflation,...

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