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Jan 18
2012
Consumers don’t know skills of Realtors
Blog posted by Tisha Boutet, Admin  :  Views (84)  :  (0 comments)
Consumers Don't Know Skills of Realtors Of the more than 120,000 Ontarians who used a Realtor to buy or sell a home last year, many did so without fully understanding the expertise and skills Realtors provide, says a new Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) survey.  Read... [ more ]
Jan 18
2012
2011 Q4 Press Release
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Area Real Estate Activity Up in Fourth Quarter   MLS® sales activity reported through the Georgian Triangle Association of REALTORS® (which includes the municipalities of Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Clearview, Blue Mountains, Grey Highlands and Meaford) posted a healthy... [ more ]
Nov 22
2011
Canadian Home Sales Edge Higher in October
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Canadian Home Sales Edge Higher in October Highlights: Sales activity rose in October, marking the highest level since January Year-to-date sales are even with the 10 year average The number of newly listed homes remained little change from levels in the previous 3 months All... [ more ]
Nov 15
2011
Five Great Things About Homeownership
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Five Great Things About Homeownership If you've been on the fence about homeownership, now is the time to take a leap! Don't let the negative press deter you from one of life's greatest joys. Take a look at five short and sweet reasons that homeownership is great!... [ more ]
Nov 8
2011
Renovate for Enjoyment, Not Profit
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Enjoy your Home Renovations, but Don't Expect to Profit Owning your primary residence has all the earmarks of a great financial deal. Mortgage payments amount to forced savings, a home is an inflation hedge, and capital gains are tax-free. However, you can easily fritter away these solid real... [ more ]
Nov 1
2011
Researching The Perfect Neighbourhood
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There’s an episode of the hit TV series “How I Met Your Mother” where the characters of Marshall and Lily decide to buy a home in a neighbourhood they are unfamiliar with, only to learn later that it sits downwind from a sewer plant. The message is obvious: A buyer must do his... [ more ]
Oct 19
2011
Help Us Help The Sunshine Kids!
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From now until the end of November, when you 'Like' our Page on Facebook we will donate $1 to The Sunshine Kids Foundation! Here is the link to our Page:  https://www.facebook.com/PrudentialOnTheHarbourRealEstate And here is the link to the Canadian Sunshine Kids Foundation: ... [ more ]
Oct 6
2011
3rd Quarter Market Stats
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  Area Real Estate Activity Stable in Third Quarter   Compared to somewhat erratic sales activity in the third quarter of 2010, which was affected by consumer fears about the arrival of HST on July 1st of last year, MLS® unit sales activity reported through the... [ more ]
Sep 22
2011
Floor the Competition
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Floor The Competition When people enter your home they usually look down before up, so that first step is vital for attracting a homebuyer and making a great first impression. This is one reason why more people are installing hardwood floors in their homes.  ... [ more ]
Jul 21
2011
10 ways to keep your pet safe in the HEAT
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Excerpted from Dr. Andrew Jones: Most of North America is in a HEAT WAVE, so you really should be aware of How to Keep your pet safe in the heat. 1. AVOID the car- never leave your pet in one. The temperature can rise to dangerous levels within 10 minutes- EVEN if the windows are open. In... [ more ]
Jul 15
2011
Why use a LOCAL REALTOR®
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Why use a Local REALTOR® Local Specialized Knowledge: Data REALTORS® in their respective trading areas have access to detailed data pertaining to listings and sales in that area. There is also historical data available to aid in the various tasks necessary with the listing and sales... [ more ]
Jul 13
2011
Why Use a REALTOR®
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 Why Use a REALTOR® Correct Initial Pricing A real estate professional can provide the knowledge, research and advice a seller may seek in order to identify the proper listing price for a property. A REALTOR® best serves this critical timing of a property’s exposure to the... [ more ]
Jun 7
2011
Why You Should Renovate Your Home for Enjoyment–Not Profits
Blog posted by Tisha Boutet, Admin  :  Views (599)  :  (0 comments)
Owning your primary residence can be a great financial deal. Mortgage payments amount to forced savings, a home is an inflation hedge, and capital gains are tax-free. However, you can easily fritter away your Canadian real estate investing gains by excessive upgrading, or frequent moving.... [ more ]
May 27
2011

I was wondering if you could answer me the following question. We are looking at a $435,000 property. The mortgage info. with the listing states that with 25% down($108,750) at a 5 year, 2.3% variable rate amortized over 25 years, the payments would be $1441 per month. Could you tell me what the payments would be with 50% down? I would appreciate your reply asap. Thanks.

Expert Question posted by Karen Fritz, AMP  :  Views (486)  : 
Hi Rick, I only just received the automatic email with your question - but I am noticing the date as being sent May 27th... so I apologize for the delay in getting back to you and hope that this isn't finding you too late! In order for you to put 50% down (5 year, 2.3% variable rate, 25 year... [ more ]
May 9
2011
Home Sellers: A Deck May Make the Difference
Blog posted by Tisha Boutet, Admin  :  Views (670)  :  (0 comments)
Home Sellers: A Deck May Make the Difference With spring in the air, the exterior of a home becomes even more important when putting your house on the market because buyers now will spend more time outside looking at your property and envisioning what their summer barbeques and family playtime... [ more ]
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