Trish & Cheryl, NOTL Real Estate
You bought your home 20 years ago and now it is worth almost triple what you paid for it, this equity can be used for a home equity loan or home equity line of credit. They are also known as HELCO. These loans can be a great help to a homeowner, providing funds for renovations…
The placement of a pool in your yard is a big decision. How much sunlight will it get? Access to electrical for running pumps and filters and does the placement of the pool make sense-is it near patio doors or deck. Laws and Codes Make sure you know your local zoning laws and…
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Looking at the interior of your home there are always some nooks or spaces that scream built-in cabinetry. Buyers when looking at a home for sale love it as it means they are not going anywhere but on the flip side it means the sellers cannot take them with them. Do the units have…
What is fair market value? Fair market value is the price a home will sell for, if put on the market for a reasonable amount of time. Buyers, sellers, and financers must all agree that the home is worth this selling price. The fair market value is also used by the tax assessor to calculate…
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The life of a roof which battles the elements day to day and year to year, keeps you warm and dry in the winter and cool in the summer needs a little of your attention each year. The Elements Here’s a factor for every roof, no matter where it is. The sun’s baking…
Today Lawyers are strongly suggesting you buy title insurance, do you not own your home, and did you not just pay for it? Can you not sell the home when you want to? If you have homeowner title insurance then yes you can. There are 2 types of title insurance, lender and owner. Lender insurance…
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Fine Dining Cannery Restaurant 48 John Street Niagara-on-the-Lake (905) 468-2123 menus of grilled steaks, fresh seafood and local Niagara favourites. www.vintage-hotels.com/pillarandpost/dining.htm Charles Inn 209 Queen Street Niagara on the Lake, ON (905) 468-4588 serves contemporary French cuisine with a Regional flare. breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea. Visit the dining room, lounge, wine bar or fully licensed patio www.niagarasfinest.com/properties/charlesrestaurant/ Escabèche…
Take a look at your home from the sidewalk—what do you see? Does the landscaping compliment your home? Look at the driveway, garage doors, light fixtures, shrubs and grass. Do they need to be updated? The garage door is probably one of the largest surfaces of your home. Look at a new colour or new…
Getting a home inspection is a smart thing to do when buying a home as it could save your bank account some serious woo’s down the line. Take a look at some questions you may want to ask. Include an inspection contingency in the sales contract. As a real estate representative we always…
The great thing about real estate and buying a home is that not everyone is looking for the same thing. There is a home for everyone and a buyer for all homes. At different times in your stage of life also has an impact on whether you wish to buy a new construction or a…
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