Category Archives: Real Estate

Do I need a Realtor when Buying a New Home from a Builder?

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Steven

Technically, you do not need a Realtor to buy a newly built home but I hope after reading this you will not consider buying without at least consulting a Realtor first. In any Purchase (New or Re-Sale) a Realtor helps … Continue reading →

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How to end a Tenancy Agreement

Posted on August 11, 2010 by Steven

When the Tenant and Landlord agree to end a Tenancy, Use the N11 Form approved by the Landlord and Tenant Board.  As a landlord, I have had my share of problems, I cannot stress how important it is to use … Continue reading →

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Bradford West Gwillimbury 2010 Final Tax Rates

Posted on August 9, 2010 by Steven

When buying a property, one of the items I always review (and buyers should always ask about) is Land Taxes.  When listing a home most realtors get a copy of the previous years land taxes then post it on the … Continue reading →

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How To Find An Open House

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Steven

As much as every Sales Representative and Broker wants you to search using their website to look for homes,  Realtor.ca is the best and most complete option for homes listed with Realtors.  Realtor.ca can also be used to search for … Continue reading →

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Buying a New Condominium from a Builder and the New Home Warranty Plan

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Steven

When buying brand new Condo in Ontario from a builder you get a New Home Warranty which is administrated by Tarion Warranty Corp.  Tarion protects buyers of new condo units, if the builder is registered with them.  Some of the … Continue reading →

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Quick Tips for Keeping Your Home Cool During The Summer Heat

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Steven

I write this during a heat wave here in Southern Ontario.  Here are three quick tips to help feel cooler you more comfortable during this heat during the night. Close Your Bedroom Doors: Hot air rises and the cool air … Continue reading →

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2010 Royal LePage – Your Community Realty Pep Talk

Posted on July 3, 2010 by Steven

In 2010 Royal Le Page Your Community Realty put together a Pep Talk for their Realtors and for all to see.  Many of the Realtors part of the Your Community Family can be seen in this video. Short Link: http://youtu.be/UBZnLyzuDT8 … Continue reading →

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Royal LePage .. I’m Seeing Double

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Steven

Driving west along 88 Today on my way to a Royal Le Page office meeting I saw something a little strange.  The previous Prudential Office has changed their stripes. and is now a Royal Le Page office too. So it … Continue reading →

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Competition Bureau misguided about MLS (April 30, 2010)

Posted on April 30, 2010 by Steven

I found this excellent article by Mark Weisleder at yourhome.ca  here.  The article has been reproduced here for you to read. “SPECIAL TO THE STAR Buying a home is a lot different than buying an airline ticket. Yet if you … Continue reading →

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History of 32 Gothic

Posted on April 28, 2010 by Steven

Gothic Heritage Estates – 32 Gothic Avenue In 1889, the second Mayor of the Town of West Toronto (George Johnston St. Leger) built his home at 32 Gothic Ave.  This originally two-storey mansion on a hilltop overlooked the Grenadier Pond ravine (this … Continue reading →

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