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Category: For Buyers (20 posts)
Testimonial from Buyers of mine & a Buyers guide for you!
April 17, 2023 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
SEE HERE for a Buyers guide to help! Call me with any questions :-) Michele Cummins Cell: 778-885-4659Email: mcummins@remax.netLet's connect. ✅ Personal website: https://www.michelecummins ...
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First-Time Buyers Plan
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
Navigating the world of Canadian home buying Step 1: Figure out how much you can afford. Falling in love with a house you can’t afford can be heartbreaking. Avoid disappointment by figur ...
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Title Insurance Explained
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
What is title insurance? Do you need it? Here’s some information that can help you make an informed decision.What does 'title to property' mean? Title is the legal term for ownership of pro ...
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Types of Home Ownership
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
What type of home is right for you? There are three categories of home ownership: freehold, condominium and cooperative. Each has its benefits and drawbacks - speak to your agent to figure out wh ...
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Figuring out Classified Ads
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
Are you mystified by some of the abbreviations and terms that you see in newspaper real estate ads? Take a quick look at the list below, and you’ll sail through the classifieds.air conditioning ...
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Understanding Market Conditions
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
The real estate market is always changing, and it helps to understand how market conditions can affect your position as a buyer. Your agent can provide you with info on current conditions and explain ...
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Understanding Land Transfer Taxes
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
If you’re buying a home in a large Canadian centre, you’ll need to add land transfer taxes to your list of closing costs. Unless you live in Alberta, Saskatchewan, or rural Nova Scoti ...
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Making an Offer
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
When it comes time to make an offer, your Royal LePage Real Estate Professional will provide current market information and help you draft a suitable offer. He or she will then communicate the offer t ...
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Protect Your Home with Insurance
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
When you purchase a home, you have several insurance options that will protect your investment in different ways. Homeowners’ Insurance Most mortgage lenders insist on fire insurance c ...
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Determine What You Can Afford
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
Buying a home involves both one-time costs and more regular monthly expenses. It’s important that you take both into account when you’re figuring out how much you can spend on a home. ...
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Options for empty nesters and retirees
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
The kids have grown and retirement is just around the corner. You’ve decided it’s time to move to a smaller home with lower costs and less maintenance.Figure out what you need You hav ...
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Credit Checks Explained
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
A credit check is a routine part of qualifying for a mortgage. If you don’t have a good credit history, getting financing for your home can be a challenge. Here’s how a credit check w ...
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8 Things to Look for When You Buy
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
When you fall in love with a home, the things you like about it can blind you to its problems. Next time you go to an open house or tour a property with an agent, keep your eyes open with these top ti ...
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Protect yourself with a home inspection
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
That gorgeous house on the corner lot may look great, but it could be hiding all sorts of expensive, annoying problems, from a leaky roof to faulty wiring to a mouldy basement.Make sure your home is s ...
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Qualifying for a Mortgage
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
Your Royal LePage agent can arrange to have you pre-qualified for a mortgage before you start shopping for a home. It’s easy, and you’ll avoid possible disappointments down the road if you ...
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Choosing a Neighbourhood
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
You’re not just buying a home - you’re buying a location. And even the most perfect house won’t feel right if you’re in the wrong neighbourhood. Educate yourself about the area ...
read moreThe Elements of an offer
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
Here’s a quick reference to everything you need to know about making an on offer on a property.1. Price Depends on the market and the buyers, but generally, the price offered is different f ...
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Real Estate Show-Vacation Properties [VIDEO]
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
Michele Cummins invites you on a special trip to navigate successfully and voyage through the rules on how to buy a vacation property. 'Ready, let's sail!' Award Winning Royal Lepage ...
read moreFinding the Right Agent
May 22, 2014 | Posted by: Michele Cummins
You want to find the right home, in the right location, at the right price - and you want to do it quickly, with minimum hassle. The best way to do that is to work with a professional realtor who ...
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