How to take title

When you buy a home with someone else, among all of the other decisions, you will need to decide how you want to own the property: jointly, or in common. Buying as joint tenants means that you both own the entire property. You are each responsible for everything, and each have the rights that go… Continue reading How to take title

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Preparing for cooler weather

Luckily we’ve had a glorious summer here in Barrie! Great heat, nice breezes, and a bit of rain to keep everything alive. Although the summer’s not over yet – believe me, I’m trying to delay the inevitable, too – it’s time to start thinking about getting your home ready for winter. There are a few… Continue reading Preparing for cooler weather

Mortgage Monday Myths: You Need a Down Payment

If you know me well, you know that I get a kick out of alliterations (especially when it comes to titles and categories like “Mortgage Monday“) – how could I resist a triple-alliteration with “Mortgage Monday Myths” right?   The world of mortgage is filled with mis-information, mis-conceptions and myths (more alliteration – woohoo! ;)),… Continue reading Mortgage Monday Myths: You Need a Down Payment

The Importance of a “Showing Ready” Home

There is an extensive list of things to do and prepare for when one has elected to list a property for sale such as cleaning, touch up work, etc., but one factor worth noting above and beyond all others is accessibility for showings. A good REALTOR® will explain to his/her clients that once the sign goes… Continue reading The Importance of a “Showing Ready” Home