buying: Realtors defend against Competition Bureau - 09/22/12 03:29 AM
The Competition Bureau has been outspoken about Real Estate practices and access to data.  The solution of a VOW may not bring the intended effects.  The Toronto Real Estate Board went for the Hail Mary pass with a procedural Charter Challenge... 
But Vistnes argues more open access would put more information — and power — in the hands of consumers and bring an end to costly and questionable real estate practices.Making commission agreements public, for instance, might discourage realtors who now refuse to take potential buyers through homes where the owner has negotiated a lower commission, pushing them instead to other … (3 comments)

buying: Can Orthophobia be Cured? - 08/22/12 11:15 PM

Do you suffer from Orthophobia?

Orthophobia is described as the fear or owning property.

Whats the Cure?

Traditional Methods include:
Exposure Therapy
Talk Therapy
Behavioral Therapy
Shopping Therapy
Gradual Exposure and Immersion


The principle of this approach involves exposure to Toronto Real Estate Prices and the gradual desensitization to orthophobia. During the sessions, you will learn to tolerate the anxiety of Principal and Interest payments triggered by exposure to your own home and growing equity with the help of relaxation techniques. 

At your FIRST back yard BBQ you should be surrounded with family and friends.  Plan your … (0 comments)

buying: How you can avoid Buyer's Disappointments - 04/21/12 07:08 AM
With so much information available online IF a buyer takes a moment to inform themselves or Let's ask a few First Time Buyer Questions; Are you prequalified for a Mortgage   How much can we spend? Have you investigated a Home Inspector or will Uncle Bob suffice Do you have a lawyer to close your transaction? Have you selected a professional REALTOR who can answer your questions and guide you through all the steps in your transaction Yes. Buyers Agency Is Required Who is Responsible?   I am  There is no side step, no shuffle, no bouncing; No Mississippi Two Step; … (4 comments)

buying: Will finding a House give you Unlimited Happiness? - 10/31/11 05:37 AM
Here we are approaching November, going into the Fall of 2011. We need to use every tool and service available for us to help find you a home in the Toronto Real Estate Market. This is just one of them [Ipad] We are trying to get you the MLS Listings as fast as possible,People are lining up to do multiple offers, going straight into the home selling winter market of 2011. The interest rates are going to hold firm fo rthe next two years, at about 2 and a half percent,thats very close to 3 percent on a fixed mortgage, Very … (0 comments)

buying: Lets find Solutions for you! - 08/30/11 03:07 AM
I'd like to talk to you today about finding solutions for the things that you need in your life. Let's not talk about excuses; or let's not get hung up on circumstances or the details. Let's find a way to help you do what you need to do. First, let's talk about where we are in the market with Toronto Real Estate. We are about 1 percent off of last years pace. We are going to hit it by year end. The number of sales is almost the same as last year. The prices, year over year, averaging now $525,000 for … (2 comments)

buying: Will you Buy or Continue to rent? - 01/24/11 01:57 AM
Will you rent or will you buy? Interest rates on savings at your Bank? 1 - 1.5% annually Average rental on a two bedroom with den Two full bath? $1,800 With the interest rates hovering around 3.89 - 4.09 % five year fixed; yes we would all like to have the variable at 2.35% .
Expected rate of annual value increase? I would use 4%
Try it and tell me. How did your model work?
Lets get you started. … (0 comments)

 
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