Buying

Lifestyle Canada Greener Homes Grant: What Is It And How Do I Get It? Between the harsh Canadian winters and sweltering summers, bills can get quite costly for homeowners due to the energy necessary to heat or cool their homes in the drastic prairie weather.  These costs can spike even more due to components such as insulation and windows not being up to the current standard.  However, the heightened […]
Lifestyle 6 Reasons to Love Living in Saskatoon Named for the delicious berry found growing wild throughout the province, Saskatoon is Saskatchewan’s largest city with a population of over 270,000. Established in 1883, it has a long-standing reputation for its scenic beauty and friendly disposition that has drawn families for decades. And whether you’re one of those families living here already or possibly […]
Real Estate Investment Tax Deductions & Credits Every Homeowner Should Know About With the 2021 tax season quickly approaching, Canadians everywhere are once again starting the fervent search for deductions they might qualify for. Whether it’s for the new electric car they splurged on this year or their annual RRSP contributions, there seems to be an endless list of possible savings. And if you’re a homeowner, these […]
Tips on Buying an Old House Old homes are attractive with their unique architecture and ‘Old World’ artistry, rarely found in newer homes. They are seen as affordable fixer-uppers, but no buyer wants to discover that beneath the surface of this charming home lays a shipwreck waiting to happen. Foundation The foundation is one of the most important aspects of any […]
10 Tips for Buying a Home Make a list of all the features you want in your new home such as the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, proximity to schools, shopping and workplace. Be sure you can afford your home.  Your monthly housing costs should not be more than 32% of your gross monthly income and your entire monthly debt load (which […]
Important Questions to Ask a Home Inspector Here are important questions to ask upon selection of a home inspector: How do I find a home inspector? The yellow pages, association websites, home trade magazines are great sources. Ask friends or family members, even your real estate agent may have suggestions. The only relation home inspectors should have is to their professional association and […]
Real Estate Advice Choosing a Home Inspector Home inspection requires special training, knowledge and communication skills. For some time, a national certification program has been encouraged by consumers, banks, and insurance companies to be developed for the home and property inspection industry, to perform national standards of practice. To develop and implement an industry led by national standards, a national association, the […]
Real Estate Advice Scope of the Inspection The home inspector will provide a visual inspection by looking at the homes various systems, including interior and exterior components. The exterior components include roofing, flashing, chimneys, gutters, downspouts, wall surfaces, the foundation, and the grading around it. Keep in mind that if the inspection takes place in winter, the roof and foundation may not […]
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Home Inspections One of the most expensive and important purchases you will ever make will be your home. Unfortunately, unlike the guarantee a buyer receives with most purchases, there is no money-back guarantee or return policy if you’re not satisfied with your recently purchased home. Once you have full possession of your home, it’s your responsibility to […]
The Good and Bad When Comparing Houses vs. Condos Houses and condos are two different types of living styles. They are similar in a number of ways but there are subtle differences that make the two completely different entities. When you purchase a condominium unit, you will most likely pay for amenities even if you are not using them. Condo fees can also fluctuate […]
Buying Possession Day Preparations Possession day refers to the day the buyer and seller mutually agree to the transfer of funds, title and keys. This can be a stressful time for both parties based on the fact it may be the largest sale or purchase of their lifetime. There are a few essential preparations to make the transaction flow […]
Hints for First Time Home Buyers Now that you have purchased your very first home, there are a few things to keep in mind. Remember, there will be no “building manager” or landlord to take care of things for you. First things first. Locate your fuse box. Does it use fuses or have switches? Label each switch to corresponding outlets, if not […]
Getting the Best Service There are many decisions to be made when purchasing a home. What comes first, buying the next home or selling your present home? What is your price range? What will be the location, size and style of your next home? Before answering these questions, there is one major decision to make. Who will be your […]