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10/31/2009
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The Ottawa Citizen published a headline this past weekend that said "The Comeback Kids" in reference to the fact that first time home buyers are starting to return to new home builders. While resale homes have remained strong and are in fact higher than they were this time a year ago, new home sa...
08/29/2009
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When you are in the market to buy a home, your Realtor, lawyer and mortgage broker may talk about "Title Insurance" for your property. With so many other "insurances" being required when you buy a home, it can become quite confusing! In a nutshell, Title Insurance gives you added protection shou...
08/29/2009
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Are you still sitting on the fence about buying your first home? Many people are probably bringing to your attention the fact that interest rates are rising and you're feeling the pressure! Ok, it's true, interest rates are rising, but I don't think the current 3.99% is anything to worry too mu...
08/29/2009
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While you're considering buying that new home, you should also take into account all the things that you will need to do before you to move into it! Here are a few tips to help you plan for this big event! •1. Call a mover or truck rental company at least two months in advance. Pick up box...
08/29/2009
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Bank of Canada has held true to their last statement that the key lending rate would remain at 0.25%. Bank of Canada has set their next announcement for July 21st. This should leave the Prime rate fixed at 2.25% with many banks. With fixed rates on the rise, many lenders are moving above the 4% t...
08/29/2009
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If you're planning on putting your home on the market soon, here are some designer tips to help you show off your home through a celebration of spring! •· Remove old curtains to let the light flow in. Install glass shelves, and show off an arrangement of colored glass bottles and vases, s...
08/29/2009
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Buying your first home can be quite a challenge. This can be especially true for 20-somethings who may be fresh out of school and may lack the savings needed for a downpayment or the income needed to qualify for a big enough mortgage. Still, owning a home, as opposed to renting, is a much bette...
08/29/2009
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If you're one of the ones still sitting on the fence allowing yourself to be bombarded by dreary economic news, it's time you started to think about the positives of owning your own home! Stability is one of the bigger reasons and if you've got a down payment, reasonable credit score and have be...
08/29/2009
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According to Canwest News Service, the continued recession means that for the second consecutive year, Mom will be taking a hit on Mother’s Day! U.S. consumers will spend $123.89 on average on Mother’s Day, down more than 10 percent from a year ago, according to a survey released on Thursday by t...
05/07/2009