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Mortage Calculators

Posted on Aug 28, 2023


What a Mortgage Calculator Can and Cannot Do

As you consider buying a home or refinancing your mortgage, it’s likely you’ll eventually look for a mortgage calculator online. As with anything else, there are tons of search results, and as usual, only a handful are relevant or even useful. We jumped into the deep end of those results, and here’s what...

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Myth Buster

Posted on Aug 28, 2023


Myth: Great Houses Can Sell Themselves

Myth: Great houses can sell themselves.
Facts: While it may seem like houses sell themselves in a busy real estate market, this isn’t the case.
It's a common misconception that a fantastic property with outstanding features will automatically attract buyers and sell quickly. While a strong housing market can crea...

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Offer Accepted-What Now?

Posted on Aug 21, 2023


Offer Accepted - What Now?

You got your offer accepted by the seller and have completed all the conditions! YAY! Now it’s the 65-day countdown to closing day. Important reminder – DO NOT change your credit between now and closing!

Yes, the bank pulled your credit and did all its checks during the condition of financing. And they were happy with ever...

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Which Generation Is Most Likely to Buy a Home in Canada? 

Posted on Aug 07, 2023


Which Generation Is Most Likely to Buy a Home in Canada?

Homeownership is a significant milestone for many individuals, symbolizing stability, investment, and the fulfillment of the Canadian dream.

Each generation brings unique characteristics and experiences that shape their approach to the housing market. Baby boomers, who have benefited from rela...

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What is a Status Certificate? Why is it Important for a Buyer?

Posted on Jul 24, 2023


What is a Status Certificate?  Why is it Important for a Buyer?

When purchasing a condo, a status certificate is provided by the selling Realtor either prior to submitting an offer or it can be a condition in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale.

It is important to know that a condition of receiving a Status Certificate is not in the standard OREA agree...

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DIY Landscaping Tips

Posted on Jul 11, 2023


DIY Landscaping Tips

Landscaping improvements can increase a home’s value by up to 15%! according to the National Association of Realtors. Boosts your curb appeal with easy and inexpensive outdoor upgrades!

Trees – adding a few simple trees to your landscape can make an enormous difference in the value of your home. Trees and plants are stress relie...

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Kirsten Pedersen

Town or Country Real Estate

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