Category: REAL ESTATE
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ESCAPE CLAUSE
In the current real estate market, we are definitely seeing many more conditional offers being accepted than last year; and one of the types of conditional sales I have started to see more of, are sales which are conditional with an escape clause. So, what is this, you ask? Well, it’s a clause that allows…
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BASIC TOOL KIT
Every homeowner should have a basic tool kit, with the essentials for easy Do-it-yourself, decorating, and simple home repairs. Keep in mind, tools will last a long time, so buy quality. Here’s my basic list of the essentials:
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WHAT IS A FINAL WALK THROUGH?
The last visit before you take possession of your new home, is called your final walk through. This is the last time you get to make sure the home is in the condition it’s supposed to be in, before it officially becomes yours, so take it seriously!! What do you look for in the final walkthrough? Usually…
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WHAT IS A BUYER RE-VISIT?
It is literally just that: Another visit through the home you just purchased. I usually work 2 to 3 of these into a deal for my clients, one for a first visit, and the second for a final walk through a few days before closing. And a third if it’s a long closing. Lets just focus on the…
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WHAT IS A HOME INSPECTION?
A home inspection, is a 2 to 3 hour inspection of the home’s various systems, including interior and exterior components. A home inspector will look at a house’s HVAC system, interior plumbing and electrical systems, roofing, flashing, gutters, chimney, attic, floors, windows and doors, foundation and grading, basement and structural components; and then provide a written…
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BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME
Being able to buy your first home is an incredible feeling!! It can, however, also feel a little scary. Nonetheless, it is one of the best long term investments you can make. Whether you are considering a house, a condo, pre-construction or resale, there are a few things you should keep in mind when you are ready to start the search. COSTS: There…
HOME AND LIVING 