A good number of well-intentioned families have put off the thoughts of purchasing a home. They are waiting for a time in the distant future when house prices are stable and job security is no longer a joke. Unfortunately, they are missing out on a great time to buy. Why is it such a great time to buy? The truth of the matter is that there have never been better deals on real estate in Toronto. Supply is unlimited and demand is at an all time low...more
Selling real estate today is a lot tougher than it was in the past. It is a buyers market, and there are houses to choose from on every street and on every block. All buyers have to do is choose a neighborhood, pick a style of house and name a price range. Instantly, they are presented with numerous houses to choose from. One may be yours. So, how do you make yours stand out from the rest? How can you guarantee that they will choose your house...more
Many people looking to buy or sell a house have no idea that there is protocol to be followed when dealing with their Toronto real estate agent. Here are a few things to understand about dealing with an agent.First, you need to know that most agents are on a commission and only a very small percentage is salaried. If they do not close the deal, they do not get paid. Clients need to be on time for appointments. Common courtesy is a requirement when dealing with an agent. Many people seem to think that the agent can just drop all that he is doing to go show them a house, but agents are like the rest of us in the 21st century; very busy. Forgetting to show up for an appointment with your agent is considered taboo and you must always let him know if you are running late.One of the things you need to do from the get go is to choose whether you want to work with listing agents directly or if you will need to hire a Toronto real estate agent of your own. To hire an agent, you will be required to carry out an interview in order to find one with whom you are comfortable. One of the worst things that you can do is to interview two agents from the same company; this is poor protocol. If you...more
A house is, for most people, the largest asset they possess. As such, finding a great Toronto real estate agent to help you sell or buy one is probably the single most important thing you can do. You want to work with an agent best suited for your needs as well as one who knows how to go about closing the deal. Here are some great reasons why you...more
Everyone hates to move. There simply isnt a more grueling, stressful task. Sure, moving is hard work, but then theres the problem of having everything tore up around you. There isnt anywhere to escape and unwind. So, in addition to being exhausted from the work, you cant get a moment to breathe and relax because everything is piled up...more
Choosing one Toronto real estate agent from the many available can be a daunting task. Many people will work with an agent because a friend or associate recommended them. This is a great start, but you need to meet the agent and talk with him to decide if he is the best-suited agent for your specific situation. Agents have different competencies; some are more competent with selling and are therefore more helpful to the seller while others are skilled in buying. Moreover, some may be very familiar with various neighborhoods, property types and price ranges than others. This is the main reason why some agents may be good for you while others may not. Some of the places where you can find agents include affinity groups, websites and credit unions. These are great places to start the process, but they should not be the end. In order to get the agent that will meet your particular needs, it is important that you first make a list of the various agents you have met on websites, open houses, affinity programs or those that have been recommended to you. Once you have done this, interview them so that you can find what you are looking for and find out what their qualifications are for the...more
Buyers love taking immediate possession. So, they often look for properties that are vacant when browsing for a new home. But that doesnt mean they want to look at empty houses. Buyers are drawn to homes that are properly staged and will often pay...more
Toronto real estate agents are not just generically categorized but there are specific types. Others add certain titles to their names in order to stand out. This gets most people looking to buy or sell property confused. Who is a listing agent? How...more
Author: Hector MillaIt is a scary prospect for a lot of people who have debts that are being sent to collections agencies. People are sometimes struck with fear because of the myth surrounding the collection agencies reputation for taking a hard...more
Working with a Toronto real estate agent can be confusing if you do not know how the relationship with your realtor works. A real estate transaction is among the most important transactions you will have to make in your lifetime. The more you know...more
When you wish to put up Toronto homes for sale, you will have to consider different things with regard to setting the price. Everyone wants to sell his or her home at the highest price possible but determining what is a realistic price is an art that...more
There are common myths about realtors that you should avoid when dealing with Toronto real estate agents. The first among them is that if you deal with the agent on the for sale sign you will get the best deal. This is not so. The agent on the sign...more