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 Home Inspection ChecklistThough a final assessment can be made by an inspection service company, this checklist can serve as a reminder of some things to consider to make wise buying decisions. - Check the foundati... |
 Buying Retirement HomeBuying a vacation home that doubles as a future retirement home requires forethought and thorough investigation. Conventional wisdom tells us to first settle on a desired location and then look for... |
 How to Hire an InspectorYears ago, home inspections were unheard of in residential real estate transactions. Instead, buyers simply relied on their own impressions of the home and the representations of the seller's real ... |
 Home Buying ProcessKnow Your Rights as a HomebuyerHome Buying Process InformationBefore you start, there are many laws that protect you from scams, unnecessary expenses, and discrimination in the process of ... |
 Tips For Buying New HomesWhen buying a new home in the Kitchener, Waterloo area you'll meet lots brokers, agents, and representatives. But keep in mind that every one of these titles should be renamed "salesperson". Every ... |
 Buying a Fixer UpperAsk many a home buyer about the type of house they are looking for and many will reply "We are looking for something we can fix up and live in (or resell). We like the idea of gaining some quick sw... |
 Build Your Own HomeIf this is the first time you have ever built, renovated or converted a house, then you may feel quite daunted by the prospect of turning your dream into reality. build your own home By actin... |
 Typical Family BuyerHomeowners have a seemingly insatiable appetite for information about the housing markets. "Are prices going up? How's the market? Is now a good time to sell?" they ask. Research reports and newspa... |
 Remodeling Your HomeRemodeling your home is a great way to increase its value and functionality, but it's very easy to go overboard and spend too much money on the remodeling project. If you're looking into remodeling... |
 Canada Number One Part OneIf you are a non-Canadian resident looking for a mortgage, there are some helpful tips to keep in mind. When you apply for the loan, the lender will run a full and complete check on your credit his... |
 Canada Number One Part TwoOne theory for turning a profit on your real estate investment is to buy a home that needs some work. You pay less for a property that’s not in perfect condition and with some financial investmen... |
 Region of Waterloo Affordable Home Ownership Program Fact SheetMany Canadians dream of owning a home but struggle to come up with the money for a down payment. The Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program is supporting these Canadians by committing more... |
