The countdown to spring
Things to know before purchasing a condo
Envision your new home in Callahan Estates
Housing Industry Success
Embrace the monkey’s best attributes
It’s the Year of the Monkey, are you inspired and up for a little monkey business at home? Designing your home is serious business but you still need to have a sense of humour with the fire monkey at the helm in 2016.
Mortgage solutions during unfavourable times
There are a few ways to access your home’s equity despite the 80% maximum rules. Many people just need a little help and sometimes you have to go beyond the conventional mortgage to get it. Private lenders, available only through mortgage brokers, can provide short term/temporary solutions for people needing to borrow up to 90% of their homes equit
Learning the rules of condo living
Buying a condo? As a condo owner, you will be part of a community managed by a corporation which governs things like where you can park and when the next big repairs will take place. But you will also have a say in matters by having the opportunity to elect directors to the board and vote on important issues. Before you purchase, make sure you unde
Trendy Tamarack singles in Findlay Creek
Last issue, we discussed the plethora of model townhomes that Tamarack and Tartan have opened in Findlay Creek. Today, let's look at Tamarack's single models.
Reading MLS property sheets
Multiple Listing Service (MLS) property sheets are valuable tools for home buyers and investors who are in property hunting mode. These property sheets provide information and data such as a property’s legal description, room levels and dimensions, and a detailed description of the building and lot. In my experience, there are two main challenges t
The next tax on new home buyers
Many Ontario residents don’t realize that the main cause of today’s housing affordability problem is constantly increasing taxes. Over the past 25 years the tax bill on a new home has increased from 3% to about 25%.
Only three lots remaining at Prince of Wales on the Rideau
The exclusive Prince of Wales on the Rideau community is almost completely sold out. In fact, if you want to put roots down in this established neighbourhood, there’s only three inventory homes available by Campanale Homes to purchase. Close to downtown via Colonel By Drive and bordering the Rideau River, this family friendly location offers everyt
Simplify and refinance before its too late!
In many cases, simply reorganizing your finances and your debt can prove more beneficial as part of a long term financial plan. Even if it means paying a penalty and/or other fees associated with switching or refinancing your mortgage and/or home equity credit products.
Home is where the heart is
Valentines day is this weekend, so in the spirit of the holiday of romance, here’s a proposal story to warm the heart!
Spoilt for choice at Findlay Creek
Looking for a new home surrounded by the peace and tranquility of nature but still just a short drive to shops and amenities? Tartan and Tamarack have recently opened 14 models between them in the South end community of Findlay Creek and there’s something here for everyone. Today we look at the eight townhomes available to view.