Our mid-month blog has come earlier than scheduled due to the recent big news about mortgage rules changing, which are going to be discussed here. So what exactly is happening? Sadly, rates are going up for consumers and many people will have trouble acquiring mortgages because the housing market will change and high-ratio buyers will…
Several of our last posts on social media as well as blogs have discussed the need for a pre-approval before getting accepted for a mortgage. However, in some cases, it is often possible to be denied a mortgage even if you have been pre-approved. Below are several reasons why that can be the case. …
Owning a private property and running a business are two different things, but simultaneously both very doable! What this blog will attempt to explain is the difference in process of investing in a property that is used commercially, if you run a business that is. When the value of a residential property is being considered,…
Unfortunately, purchasing a home and the financial complications that come with it can be a hassle. There are some necessary papers buyers have to take seriously if they want to be proud homeowners. This weeks’ blog will discuss four important documents you must sign if you want to buy a home through…
Whether you are on the buying/renting side or selling/renting out side of apartments and houses, one of the biggest factors in the person’s decision is how the photos of the place are presented. Photos play a great deal on how the person wanting to rent or buy a house will perceive their selection of interest, and…
Are you new to the city, or will you be moving soon? As the Canadian capital, Ottawa is a beautiful and genuine city. It hosts over a million people and is known for its universities. It also has the longest canal in the world, which is an open air ice skating ring during the winter…
Everybody dreams of owning their own cottage, to use especially in the warm, sunny summer holidays. There is no nicer feeling having a second home by the lake, and being able to come back from a jetski ride to a large, cozy home to relax in, on a quiet weekend afternoon. Before this dream…
According to Statistics Canada, one in eight households now live in a condo. Frosty glass walls and concrete barriers often separate neighbours who live very close to each other, beside, across, below, and all around. When living in such close proximity, there are certain tips you need to know to enjoy your condo and especially…
In the last blog post, we discussed how to increase your overall property value in return for your investment into DIY projects and home improvement. Read on to find out what should be avoided in order to maximize your home value. Swimming Pool A swimming pool is one of those things that may be nice…
Are you on a mission to increase your home’s property value? If you aren’t sure what you can do to bring you the highest property value in return, you have come to the right place. Read on to discover what projects and elements are the most important in terms of value in the home. Here…
