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This is what your dollar can get you (First-Time Home Buyer Series 4 of 9)

Almost everyone starts their home search by looking at houses online. The problem with that is that most of what you can find online are all for sale.That doesn’t sound like a problem, I know. Most...

I’m not sure why other Realtors don’t recommend this (First Time Home Buyer Series 3 of 9)

I’m not sure why other Realtors don’t recommend this… A lot of first-time buyers end up having their parents, or another trusted loved one, come and see the home they’re in love with before making...

Here’s some real estate scoop on National Ice Cream Day

It’s National Ice Cream day! A day almost anyone can get behind. Agreeing on a favourite flavour…well, that’s another story. What’s surprising is that if you Google what people’s favorite flavour of ice cream is,...

Pre-Approval for a mortgage (First Time Home Buyer Series 2 of 9)

Try to spend less than you’re approved for… It’s kind of weird, but there’s a difference between how much a lender may approve you for, and how much you can truly afford. Make sure to...

One of the biggest reasons people move

It’s World Population Day and I came across some interesting statistics: · The world’s population increases by approximately 83 million annually. · Canada’s population has grown 5% since the last census in 2011. · Yet...

Do you believe in any of these real estate superstitions?

Tons of people think the number 13 is unlucky. Some don’t. But pretty much everyone has at least heard that the number 13 is unlucky. With Friday the 13th upon us, I thought it’d be...

I just earned the RESA® Certified Staging Advocate™ (RESA® CSA™) Designation

I am happy to announce that I just earned the RESA® Certified Staging Advocate™ (RESA® CSA™) Designation. Even though my 14 years experience in the Real Estate Industry has given me much insight and knowledge...

First Time Home Buyer Series 1 of 9

The first step for first-time home buyers is the same first step for every buyer… It’s getting pre-approved for a mortgage. A lot of people don’t do this right away. They start by looking at houses, online...

Homeownership…what’s it to you!?

June is National Homeownership month. So, what’s that all about? Basically, it boils down to preaching the benefits of homeownership, and why everyone should own a home. Because, pride in homeownership is good for not...

May 2-4 Long Weekend

Everyone knows that Victoria Day commemorates Queen Victoria’s birthday… To most, it’s a long weekend…the beginning of summer…the first weekend of good camping… or just a solid reason to down a 24-pack of beer. But...

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