Selling a house during or after divorce can be fraught with emotions but is an important part of moving on and beginning the next chapter of your lives. I’ve worked with numerous clients in the process of separation or divorce and appreciate the fact that it’s a difficult time, even if the breakup is amicable. …
How to prepare your home for sale during COVID-19 To describe this spring’s real estate market as unlike any other is an understatement. Though both real estate land registration services and real estate agent services are deemed essential services in Ontario and tools like virtual house tours are available, you may have decided to press …
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I grew up surrounded with pets, especially dogs. I even had a long stint with breading chocolate labs. While an amazing experience, after spending nearly a year pet free, I was enjoying the hair-free lifestyle. This past fall, the opportunity to adopt a senior dog presented itself and I must say, this sincerely changed everything! I hadn’t …
There is something you need to know about me…I love stuff!! Cookbooks on my countertops motivate me to cook, oils & soaps in the bathroom create a relaxing atmosphere and books piled high on the nightstand encourage me to unplug before much needed shut eye. This fascination with stuff is a little difficult to admit. …
Whether you’re buying a house or refinancing or renewing a mortgage, you’ll need to make numerous decisions, including amortization period, mortgage term and whether you want an open or closed mortgage. You also have several options to consider when choosing a mortgage provider. You can obtain your mortgage from a bank – the traditional method …
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It seems like just yesterday your kids were fighting over whose turn it was to use the bathroom but your youngest – the last one still living at home – just found an apartment near her job in the city and is wondering if you have any furniture to hand down. The realization that your …
Have you decided to sell your home? If so, you may be excited to get a ‘For Sale’ sign on the front lawn. But wait. There are some things you can do now that will help out later with selling what is likely your largest asset. PRICE IT RIGHT Every seller hopes to get the …
The benefits and rewards of being your own boss are many and though the basic rules for applying for a mortgage are the same, being self-employed can make the application process a little trickier, though definitely not impossible. Many banks even offer mortgages specifically designed for people who own their own business or are self-employed. …
If you’re in the market for your first home or your next home, you may have already created a list of ‘must-haves’ and ‘nice-to-haves’ to guide your search for the house ideal for you and your family. At the same time, you’ll want to get a pre-approved mortgage before you start house hunting. Getting pre-approved …
It’s no secret buying a home is one of the largest investments most people will ever make. If you’re on a limited income, homeownership may seem like an unattainable dream but as many of my clients can attest, you can take steps to put that goal within reach – particularly in Clarington, where your home-buying …