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By not using a real estate agent to sell a home, there is a big savings. The average price of a home in Canada is $308,000. At a commission rate of 6%, this amounts to $18,480 that you would pay in realtor's fees. Plus add GST in the amount of $924. 5 reasons you don't need a real estate agent to...

By not using a real estate agent to sell a home, there is a big savings. The average price of a home in Canada is $308,000. At a commission rate of 6%, this amounts to $18,480 that you would pay in realtor's fees. Plus add GST in the amount of $924. 5 reasons you don't need a real estate agent to...

It's that time of year. Durham Region Farmers are bringing their crop to market. Over 70 producers and growers harvest over 30 different fruits and vegetables in the region. The farmers will sell their crop from the field or in one of the many Farmers Markets in Durham Region. Availability of the...

This luxurious, all brick Beaverton condo townhouse is located on scenic Lake Simcoe in an adult waterfront comminity. Don't be deceived by the size from the outside as this For Sale By Owner unit is a very spacious 1850 square feet. In the 1 1/2 storey style are 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, eat...

Plan to attend this Courtice Open House this Sunday, August 10 between 2 and 4pm. It is located in a great family area. If you have kids, they can play safely as it is on a dead end street. Schools, shopping and Highway 401 are minutes away. There are 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The ma...

Be sure to mark this event on your calendar. You will be disappointed if you miss it. On October 4 and 5, 2008, your family and friends can go on a self-guided tour of Durham Region farms. Along the way, you can sample local foods prepared by a selection of Durham's finest chefs. The price is cer...

Durham Region has an excellent recycle program. In addition to a green bin, blue box and yard waste pickup schedule, they maintain a waste disposal facility. The drop-off faciality is located at 1640 Ritson Road North in Oshawa. Telephone 905.433.2050. Hours of operation are Tuesday to Saturday b...

Portable On Demand Storage or PODS provides a worry and stress free alternative for your move. You can use their service whether you just want to store some items or moving down the street or across country. PODS will deliver a container to your home which you can pack at your leisure. There is n...

Real estate sales in Canada and the United States are slowing down. Properties are being listed and taking longer to sell. If you have a home on the market and no offers are being presented, consider using a home staging service. It might give yours the advantage you need to get it sold. A profes...

Buyers and sellers should make their offer conditional on a real estate lawyer's approval. Whether you are selling privately or using a real estate agent, consult with a legal professional. Although realtors have an understanding of the paperwork required for a real estate sale, they are not lawy...