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14 Jun 2013
How to Avoid Escrow on Mortgages
By Daniel Lewis On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Escrow accounts are generally used to hold money which needs to be distributed or disbursed, in order to make sure that it is. If you purchase a house, you will need to pay taxes and insurance, which
14 Jun 2013
How to Become a Mortgage Loan Broker
By Daniel Lewis On 14 June 2013 In Blog
A Mortgage is an instrument used to borrow money on account of collateral (usually property), which is placed under a consensual lien, until the borrower repays the debt and the related interest. A mortgage loan broker is
14 Jun 2013
How to Rent a Vacation Home in Canada
By Daniel Lewis On 14 June 2013 In Blog
There are several benefits of renting a vacation home, especially in Canada, which is home to the Niagara Falls, and has diverse cities for tourists, ranging from the calm capital Ottawa, the huge and diverse Toronto to
14 Jun 2013
Marketing Plans for Condominium Sales
By Derrick Smith On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Selling or renting out a property is always a tricky business, and if you are not careful, your property can end up staying in the market for too long, which will make it lose its worth and
14 Jun 2013
How to Negotiate a Price for a Condominium
By Derrick Smith On 14 June 2013 In Blog
For people who have just graduated from college or those who are looking to downsize their living arrangements, condominiums are perfect residences. However, one thing which you should know is that condominiums come with extra costs, which
14 Jun 2013
How to Rent Out a Condominium
By Derrick Smith On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Renting out a condominium can be very rewarding financially, since condos are in hot demand and easily rented out on good rates; however, before you jump into renting out a condominium, you need to thoroughly have the
14 Jun 2013
How to Buy a Bank Owned Condominium
By Derrick Smith On 14 June 2013 In Blog
It is common practice that when a condominium goes into foreclosure, the owner of the condominium is given a short period of time in which he or she can pay the debt and continue to reside in
14 Jun 2013
How to Buy a Condominium
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Considered a prime real estate investment for first-time home buyers and senior citizens who are looking to downsize, condominiums are exceedingly popular in the world of real estate, and unless they include luxuries like spas and helipads,
14 Jun 2013
Is Buying a Condo a Good Purchase?
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Given the fact that property is a huge investment, those looking to buy generally have a lot of questions, and if you are considering investing in a condo, there are a host of things you need to
14 Jun 2013
How to Search for a Property Stake
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Locating a property stake on your land is an excellent way to keep yourself safe from any possible lawsuits, and also to prevent neighbors from encroaching upon your land. Property stakes are driven into the ground for
14 Jun 2013
How to Estimate Property Insurance
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Property insurance, also known as homeowner’s insurance or hazard insurance, is purchased for the purpose of covering a property in case of loss or damage, and it is essential in most cases as all mortgage companies require
14 Jun 2013
How to Add a Name to a Property Deed
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
In order to prevent disputes over property, and prevent legal tussles after the death of an individual who leaves a paid for property, it is essential to have a property deed. This is a legal document which
14 Jun 2013
Buying Abandoned Properties
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
An abandoned property is usually one which is no longer in the possession of its original owner, and owing to this, certain abandoned properties are usually run down and in need of cleaning and repairs. However, in
14 Jun 2013
How to Sell Cemetery Property
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
While cemetery property is generally bought to serve as a final resting place, it can also turn out to be an investment if you decide to sell it. If you decide you’d rather be buried elsewhere, or
14 Jun 2013
Cooperative Housing Federation of Canada
By Daniel Lewis On 14 June 2013 In Blog
The Cooperative Housing Federation of Canada is a formal entity, representing the Canadian co-operative housing movement. Cooperatives can be formed regarding anything, food, credit, daycare, labor and housing. Housing co-ops facilitate their members when it comes to
14 Jun 2013
Is Homeownership Right for You?
By Daniel Lewis On 14 June 2013 In Blog
You, like anyone else, would not mind a home of your own. If you have saved money, or have prepared the finances by getting a mortgage, and are ready to jump into the real estate market for
14 Jun 2013
Avoiding Basement Flooding
By Derrick Smith On 14 June 2013 In Blog
While basements are a blessing during the summers because of the cold temperatures down there, maintaining basements is a tough job, requiring vigilance and hard work. The biggest issue that house owners face is the flooding of
14 Jun 2013
How to Find Foreclosed Homes in your Area
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
If you are looking to purchase property for the first time, or aiming to invest in real estate at below-market prices, buying a foreclosed home might be the best option for you. Foreclosed homes in Canada are
14 Jun 2013
How to Finance a House Flip
By Derrick Smith On 14 June 2013 In Blog
The biggest problem for people wanting to house flip is obtaining the financing for their deals. The major confusion many face is in deciding whether it would be better to find a deal or get hold of
14 Jun 2013
Starting an Auction House Business
By Derrick Smith On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Working a daily job to make bread and butter might not be for those who want to start their own business and be their own bosses. Own businesses give people more profit and a sense of achievement,