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home: Finding, Fixing and Flipping Homes - 09/03/09 01:40 PM
Flipping houses is a hot topic these days. Here are 10 tips to help you find the perfect flip from HGTV’s The Big Flip renovator’s John Stassen and Randy Mackay.
1. Find properties that are diamonds in the rough – homes that are rundown in comparison to those around them – as these often have a low list price.
2. Are the surrounding properties well maintained? This can add value and clinch a sale when your house goes back on the market.
3. Scrutinize previous renovations. Poor quality workmanship can mean you have paid a premium for … (0 comments)
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home: Costs Associated with Closing a Home - 07/28/09 01:55 PM
Your mortgage isnt your only expense when buying a home. In fact, there
are several closing costs that you must pay before you can take possession
of your house (to take possession means the home is now legally yours).
Many of these costs are listed below:
Appraisal Fee: This is the cost for a professional to come to your
property to assess its value. Your mortgage lender or mortgage
default insurer may require an appraisal to determine whether the
selling price is reasonable for that market.
GST: You must pay the Goods and Service Tax (or Harmonized Sales
Tax) on a … (0 comments)
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home: Tips for the Moving Process - 07/09/09 04:10 PM
Tips for the Moving Process
It's official: you've signed the papers, dotted all the i's and crossed the t's-you own a home! You've almost reached the end of your journey. However, now, faced with the daunting task of moving, it may seem as though the journey has just begun. Moving can be a time-consuming and stressful experience if you let yourself be overwhelmed by the job. Remember, though, having a successful move means taking care of the details, one by one. If you break the process down into steps and arrange your time accordingly, you can make it manageable. Use … (0 comments)
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