Blog Archive
20 Jun 2013
How to Evaluate Commercial Real Estate
Commercial real estate is a property used for business purposes, such as private offices, shopping malls, boutiques etc. Property investors in Canada usually feel comfortable investing in residential property, but investing in commercial real estate has become
20 Jun 2013
How to be a Successful Real Estate Agent
Being successful as a real estate agent depends on how much effort you put into your work and learning new ways to stay ahead of the curve. However, there are some tips as well that can help
20 Jun 2013
Commercial Real Estate Marketing Plan
A good marketing plan is vital for a successful business. It helps the owners market their business efficiently and attract potential clients. If you are a real estate agent or broker and have been given the of
20 Jun 2013
How to Get Real Estate License in Canada
By Keira Rowland On 20 June 2013 In Blog
While dealing with the buying and selling of houses might not seem like too difficult a task, a lot goes into becoming a licensed real estate representative, particularly in Canada, where the standards are extremely high. In
20 Jun 2013
How to Find a Good Real Estate Agent
By Derrick Smith On 20 June 2013 In Blog
If you are planning to buy or sell property, finding a qualified real estate agent will help you go through the process without any issues. Instead of wasting your time by planning on how to sell your
20 Jun 2013
How to File a Complaint Against a Real Estate Agent
By Derrick Smith On 20 June 2013 In Blog
If a consumer feels he was offered a bad deal by a particular real estate agent, he or she has every right to hold the agent accountable and file a complaint against the individual with the Real
20 Jun 2013
Negotiating Real Estate Commissions
Buying or selling real estate is no doubt a strenuous task and it takes a lot of experience to understand the market trends. Nevertheless, the task can be a made a little stress free by hiring the
20 Jun 2013
How to do Electrical Wiring in a House
By Keira Rowland On 20 June 2013 In Blog
Given the amounts of safety hazards and risks that are involved, most of which can be life-threatening, it is best to leave electrical wiring to the experts. However, if you are bent upon doing it yourself, make
20 Jun 2013
How to Decorate a Virtual House
By Keira Rowland On 20 June 2013 In Blog
Having bought your dream house, you will now need to get down to the task of decorating it – however, while you might have the perfect vision in your mind, there is always the risk that it
20 Jun 2013
How to Become a Home Decor Consultant
By Keira Rowland On 20 June 2013 In Blog
Home design and decorating is a great way to enhance home spaces by increasing their visual appeal and maximizing their comfort and functionality. If you have an eye for depth, and enjoy executing home decorating projects to
20 Jun 2013
The Canadian Mortgage Myth
Mortgage is defined as “a debt instrument that is secured by the collateral of specified real estate property and that the borrower is obliged to pay back with a predetermined set of payments.” Mortgage loan is usually
20 Jun 2013
Land Transfer Tax for First Time Home Buyer
Land transfer tax is a tax imposed by the Canadian government on the buyer of a property, and the latter pays it to the provincial government on closing – that is when the deal is complete and
20 Jun 2013
Increasing the Resale Value of House
By Keira Rowland On 20 June 2013 In Blog
More than being a safe haven where you live, a house is also an investment which you can cash in on in the future should you ever choose to sell it. The higher the value of your
20 Jun 2013
How to Market a Real Estate Company
By Keira Rowland On 20 June 2013 In Blog
Like any other business, a real estate company needs to be marketed cleverly and to full effect in order to draw in the customers so you can start establishing a loyal clientele and earning a name for
20 Jun 2013
Investing in Pre-Construction Condos
Canada has one of the strongest condominium markets, and with immigration estimated to remain active over the next 10 to 15 years, the Canadian market is expected to continue to be an ideal place for real estate
20 Jun 2013
List of Top Mortgage Lenders in Canada
By Keira Rowland On 20 June 2013 In Blog
It is essential to establish a relationship of mutual trust with your mortgage lender – since you will be paying the lender monthly, for a long period of time, it is important to partner with someone who
19 Jun 2013
Improving Credit Rating for Mortgage
If you are planning to get a mortgage to buy a new house or a car, make sure your credit rating is good. This three digit number, generated from your credit report, plays a key role in
19 Jun 2013
How to Save for a Mortgage Down Payment
A mortgage loan traditionally requires the buyer to make a down payment of 10 to 25 percent of the purchase price of the property. Finding a mortgage that does not require you to make a down payment
19 Jun 2013
Hidden Costs of Refinancing your Mortgage
By Keira Rowland On 19 June 2013 In Blog
Many people opt to refinance their mortgage because it seems like an ideal source of financing if you are looking to renovate your home, send your children to college, or consolidate debt. A mortgage can be refinanced
19 Jun 2013
How to Organize your Garage
By Derrick Smith On 19 June 2013 In Blog
Mostly we pile up so many things in our garages that when the time comes to using them, either we cannot find them or are too lazy to search for them. With bikes, car tools and other