david waters: Home sellers face $300 'green' audit - 03/07/09 11:13 AM
Ontatio's clean-energy bill would raise hydro rates and promote alternative power Ontario residents won't be able to sell their houses or condos without first getting a home energy audit – which now costs about $300 – under the proposed new Green Energy Act. That's one of several measures in the legislation unveiled by Energy Minister George Smitherman to boost incentives for electricity conservation and encourage renewable sources of energy.
Critics fear the energy audits and Smitherman's estimated 1 per cent rise in household electricity bills as a result of the law will pinch pocketbooks as the recession deepens. "It'll be used … (0 comments)

david waters: Changing Times..... Benefit Home Ownership... - 03/06/09 01:13 PM
Here is a re-cap of 3 Government actions to stimulate the housing industry in Canada...
1. The 2009 budget proposes to introduce a new non-refundable tax credit based on an amount of $5,000 for first-time home buyers who acquire a qualifying home after January 27, 2009. You are considered a first time home buyer if neither you nor you spouse or common law partner owned and lived in another home in the calendar year of the home purchase or in any of the four preceding calendar years.
2. The Home Renovation Tax Credit - the budget proposes to implement a temporary 15% … (0 comments)

david waters: Should You Hire A Buyer's Agent? - 03/02/09 02:57 PM
How's "That depends," for an answer? A good buyer's agent can be the greatest asset you will have in navigating through the real estate marketplace, and a poor one can be a burden. So the right answer is "Yes, but only if you do your homework first and then choose carefully and wisely."
Some real estate firms have instituted a nasty habit of insisting that new customers become clients at the first meeting. If you're the customer, that means before you've had an opportunity to get acquainted with the agent or find out anything about his or her personality or work … (1 comments)

david waters: Multiple Representation Or Dual Agency by another name - 03/02/09 02:46 PM
Whether you are a home buyer or seller, it is important for you to understand the legal nature of the agency relationship you have with your agent. Your agent must act in your best interest while representing you in a real estate transaction. This gets complicated if you find yourself in a “multiple representation” situation.
What is dual agency? Basically, it means that a real estate agent is representing both the buyer and seller in a real estate transaction, which is legal in Ontario but … A real estate agent who is working as a dual agent could easily find herself … (0 comments)

david waters: What's IN for Orangeville Real Estate in 2009? - 03/01/09 07:06 PM
 Here's the list you've been waiting for!
 
Sidelined home buyers. Family or lifestyle additions or changes made in buyers households in the last three years are forcing those waiting out the market transition to finally get off the fence and say, it's time for our family to buy the new home that suits our new needs. Home uplifts. Not a big renovation, but some new finishes that can visually holdover stay-put home sellers. Not a gut rehab to the studs new kitchen, but new flooring, countertops and appliances. Collaborative home pricing. The old days of home sellers configuring a homes … (0 comments)

david waters: Five Investment Mistakes You Don't Want to Make... - 03/01/09 07:03 PM
 
These are scary times for people trying to build or preserve their retirement accounts.
The daily swings in the stock market are large enough to churn anyone's stomach!
The current landscape makes it easy to commit big mistakes with your investment portfolio. Here are some of the worst errors I've seen people make, in no particular order of danger.
All are of equal hazard. Though there are no guarantees when investing, avoiding these five slip-ups can better your chances of success.
Panic: This crops up during bear markets or recessionary times like we see today. As you watch stock prices fall, you … (0 comments)

david waters: Real Estate Gets Big Boost From Canada's Budget - 03/01/09 06:55 PM
Canada's housing industry is thrilled with the government's new budget, which provides up to $7.8 billion in tax relief and funding for everything from home renovations to housing for low-income seniors. From First Nations housing to first-time buyers' incentives, there's something for almost everyone.
  The Conservative government came through on its election promise to help first-time buyers with closing costs such as legal fees and land transfer taxes. A tax credit worth up to $750 will be made available for first-time buyers, as well as existing homeowners who buy a more accessible or functional home and qualify for a Disability … (0 comments)

david waters: The Average Homeowner Is Worth 35 TIMES More Than The Average Renter - 02/28/09 01:57 PM
If you're renting and wondering if you should buy a home, consider what bestselling author, David Bach, says, "The average homeowner is worth 35 times more than the average renter."
  He advises renters to take action immediately and start saving part of their paycheck every month to help accumulate a down payment. He also encourages renters to borrow 10-20 percent less than what the bank is willing to lend; that way they're only buying as much home as they can afford.
The longer you rent, the longer it may take you to eventually get into homeownership.
If the market conditions … (0 comments)

david waters: Here's How To Get Your Free 2009 Guide To Orangeville Area Real Estate Prices.. - 02/28/09 01:37 PM
Here's How To Get Your Free 2009Guide To Orangeville Area Real Estate Prices...
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david waters: Free Orangeville HomeSearch Service - 02/28/09 01:26 PM
Free HomeSearch Service HelpsOrangeville & Area Homebuyers Buy Lovely HomesFrom $250,000 To $500,000 For Zero Down Dear Friend, I'm David Waters, Sales Representative with RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc. I started this service because many consumers think they need tens of thousands of dollars to buy a $250,000 to $500,000 home these days. You may have talked with Realtors or Lenders who have told you that you need $20,000, $40,000 or even $60,000 to buy a home in Orangeville. Five years ago that may have been the case, but it is no longer true. As a matter of fact, right now … (0 comments)

david waters: Home Buying Class Helps Hundreds of First-Time Orangeville Home Buyers Find Their Dream Home - 02/28/09 01:15 PM
Home Buying Class Helps Hundreds of First-Time Orangeville Home Buyers Find Their Dream Home Orangeville Couple Buys Their Dream Home Using Strategies and Tools Taught at a FREE, ALL NEW HOME BUYER CLASS Orangeville, Ontario - Buying a home is a complex process. Title Insurance - inspections - negotiations - mortgages. To help ensure that your home purchase is profitable and problem free, six area companies have teamed up to sponsor a home buyer's class to teach you the secrets of successful home buying. The class is presented in an information packed 2-hour format and held at 115 First Street in … (0 comments)

david waters: STATE OF THE MARKET January 2009 What is Happening in the ORANGEVILLE Real Estate Market? - 02/28/09 12:34 PM
The Average Selling Price in Orangeville increased from $246,143 in 2005 to $285,809 in December 2008 (see below chart), this is a 3.8% increase per year over the 4-year period.
Since and during the stock markets and world economy shakedown in November and December 2008, we are experiencing fewer sales and declining prices. As of January 31st, 2009 we have experienced 30% fewer sales than January 2008. There were 87 listings in Orangeville during January 2008 and as of January 31st there were 186. This is a 113% increase. Right now Buyers are very cautious and the properties that are … (0 comments)

david waters: CENTURY HOME ON 1.65 ACRES NEAR SHELBURNE - 07/22/08 12:48 PM
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david waters: Commuters Welcome. 1.68 Acres With 3 Bdrd Bungalow Only 4 minutes to Orangeville - 07/22/08 12:44 PM
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david waters: Amazing Opportunity! Don't Miss Out On This 2 Storey Home In The Safe Community Of Shelburne - 07/21/08 03:30 AM
Spectacular - Is The Best Description Of This Open Concept 3 Bedroom Home With A Fenced Yard Backing On To Conservation/Green Space. W/O To Huge Deck And Enjoy The Sunsets.  Bright, Sunny Atmosphere Created By Tall Double Windows, Pastel Decor In Solarium. Immaculate Inside & Out, Just Move In & Enjoy The Great Location & The Many Amenities. Master Bath Has Jet Tub, Access To Garage (Mudroom) This Home Shows Like A Model Home! Ready For Your Family.
1 Min Walk To Elementary School. Movie Rentals, Restaurants, Gym, Pharmacy.15 Min Drive To Orangeville, 45 To Brampton. Outdoor Acti:Golf, Hiking/Skiing. Includes:Stove, Fridge, … (0 comments)

david waters: Welcome To Dufferin County Ontario Canada - 07/06/08 12:22 PM
Welcome to my neck of the woods. This sign will sum it up for anyone asking the question "How safe is it here". If you have any doubt about is ask any police office in the area ans they will tell you the same thing. Dufferin is the smallest County in Ontario but we have some if the best folks around inculding Aaron Downey of the Detroit Red Wings, his home town is Shelburne Ontario.


Aaron Downey Stanley Cup Parade



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david waters: Summer Time On The Back Roads Of Mulmur Township (Dufferin County) - 07/06/08 11:43 AM
Well it's been along time coming but summer has arrived and with that so has my driving adventures.  I for some reason like to drive the back roads, it might be because I get board seeing the same landmarks everyday. 
While on my Sunday adventure today I found myself in the midst of a great view of Tera Nova looking south towards Orangeville and Toronto.  I feel the need to share this will you and showoff my fantastic area.  The RED dot in the map below is where the photo was taken.
 

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david waters: Tips to Noise-Proof your Home - 07/03/08 03:59 AM
The other day I had a client call me and ask the follow question "How do I reduce the noise in my house"
The way I see it whether it is aircraft overhead, traffic on the street, a neighbour practicing the saxophone, or your own kids at play, often our homes are not as quiet and peaceful as we would like them to be.That’s why taking some measures to soundproof your home has lots of pay-offs. Not only will you reduce noise and add value to your property, but you will be helping to reduce the stress that excessive noise can … (0 comments)

david waters: Aerial Photos Of Shelburne 2003 - 07/01/08 02:52 AM

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david waters: In search of "interesting" ... in The Hills of Dufferin County - 06/30/08 04:15 PM
In search of "interesting" ... in The Hills of Dufferin County
“What’s the hiking like up there in October?” queried a reader, intent on bringing his family up from the city to the Hills of Headwaters for an autumn hike.  For years now I’ve been getting calls, emails and requests from folks and routinely ask for suggested hikes, especially in the fall.
 
 
 
“Depends on what you’re looking for,” I usually answer, but despite my delving, their answers are often the same… “Just a pleasant afternoon hike, a walk to keep the kids busy, lots of fall colours, maybe … (0 comments)

 

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