first time home buyers: Is It A Mountain? Or A Molehill? - 12/11/15 09:30 PM
There’s an old expression: Don’t make a mountain out of a molehill. It refers, of course, to putting a problem or issue in the right perspective. Some things just aren’t worth worrying that much about – the molehills. However, there are other things that you do need to be concerned about – the mountains.
What does all this have to do with buying a home?
It’s difficult to find a property on the market that is absolutely perfect and has no issues what-so-ever. Even if you find a home that you fall in love with and that meets all your requirements, there are … (3 comments)

first time home buyers: How To Handle Offers - 12/04/15 10:12 PM
You obviously have experience purchasing a home. But you may not have had an opportunity, yet, to be on the other side of the transaction: putting your house on the market and entertaining offers.
Offers, in particular, can intimidate first time sellers (even those who have bought and sold a few times). After all, the stakes are high. If you don’t accept the offer, deciding to counter-offer instead, the buyer may lose interest. If you take the offer, you may do so at a lower price than you could have otherwise negotiated.
Let your REALTOR® help you steer clear of both those dangers.
An … (2 comments)

first time home buyers: The Advantage of Getting Pre-Approved - 11/28/15 10:47 PM
One of the best things you can do to ensure you get the home you want is to arrange for financing before you go shopping. This is often referred to as getting “pre-approved”.
Getting pre-approved simply means that your lender has calculated how much of a mortgage they’re willing to offer you, depending on your down payment and current financial situation.
There are two advantages to having a pre-approved mortgage. First, you know exactly what you can afford when shopping for a new home. Second, when you make an offer, you’re likely to be taken more seriously.
Your Real Estate Connection:
Marina Gavrylyuk
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first time home buyers: Consider Buying a Home With Some “Undesirable” Features - 11/21/15 11:05 PM
When you’re looking for a home, chances are, you have a checklist of things you want. Two bathrooms… a finished basement… a great looking kitchen… an expansive deck…
But what happens when a home you see has a feature that doesn’t quite measure up? Perhaps the basement is poorly renovated. Or the kitchen is small. Or there’s only one bathroom. Should you say “No”?
Here’s something to consider: A home that has a few undesirable features will probably cost less. And, those savings may more than cover the costs of any needed upgrades or renovations.
So don’t pass up on a house simply because … (3 comments)

first time home buyers: Don’t Forget To Get What You Want - 11/13/15 10:44 PM
Shopping for a new home can be a dizzying experience. There are so many things to think about, it’s all too easy to lose focus on the most important consideration of all: getting the home you really want. Here are five questions to keep front-of-mind:
Is it located in the neighbourhood I want? Where a property is located can have a dramatic impact on how much you enjoy it. Make sure the neighbourhood has the characteristics you’re looking for.
Does it have the look I want? Looks aren’t everything, but they are important. A good looking property, inside and out, can make living … (0 comments)

first time home buyers: My new listing - Lovely 3-bd Semi in Meadowvale Village, Mississauga - 12/03/14 11:53 PM
Bright, spacious and full of sunshine, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Semi with finished basement is awaiting it's new owner. Great opportunity for a first time home buyer. Lots of upgrades - roof shingles October 2014, Windows - November 2014, large private backyard with lovely patio, walk-out to patio from dining room, framework for 3-rd bathroom in the basement. Open house this Saturday and Sunday from 2 pm to 4 pm - come in and join the fun - tour the house, enjoy a freshly baked cookie and enter into a draw for Timmy's gift card! See ya!

The adress is 1386 Quest … (3 comments)

first time home buyers: New listing: 4 bedroom in Mississauga for under $200K - 11/25/14 07:41 AM
My new listing in Erindale, Mississauga - bright and spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo, listed at $199 995. Great location - great value for your dollar. Walking distance from U of T (Mississauga campus), shopping, parks, schools. 5 minutes drive from my Mississauga office - you are welcome to pop by for a coffee and I will arrange for a private tour for you. Good option for investors or first time home buyers.
Links to virtual tour and more details below.

Virtual tour:
There is a very nice tenant at the property - please, allow for 24 hours notice. Attention investors … (4 comments)

first time home buyers: 7 Things to Consider When Choosing a Neighborhood to Live In - 08/21/14 04:48 AM
Whether you are looking to buy or rent, choosing the neighborhood that works for you would be one of the first things to do. There are quite a few factors to consider beside geographic location and we will look into 7 that in my opinion would influence the quality of your life the most


1. Property ValuesThis one is the first one to consider and compared to others is pretty straight forward - which neighborhood could you afford to live in. Many neighborhoods in Toronto, Mississauga and GTA have a good mix of homes to satisfy a price range from 300K and … (1 comments)

first time home buyers: Condo Townhouses Available for Sale in Mississauga - 04/16/14 10:20 PM
I believe Ukrainians make excellent investment advisers, as this is quite natural for them not to just watch their own money, but to watch everyone else's money. How do I know? Well, it only took me 36 years to figure it out.
Now on a serious note, there 47 Condo Townhouses currently available for sale in the lovely city of Mississauga, listed under $400K with monthly maintenance under $300. Excellent investment properties or a great choice for first time home buyer!



1. Dundas and Mavis, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, just under 600 sq feet - $210 000, maint $226
2. Winston Churchill … (2 comments)

first time home buyers: Condo Townhouses - Great Option For First Time Home Buyers - 04/08/14 04:29 AM
I quite often hear: "We don't want condo, we are not prepared to pay maintenance fees" or "We have pets, we can't bring them to condo". The truth is, with the steadily raising prices for detached homes in GTA and average reaching already 600K, Condo Townhouses might be the only affordable option for the first time home buyers.



Here are just a few things you might not know:
1. You could live in a neighborhood of your choice and still keep the lifestyle you are used to. There are condo townhouses in GTA available for under $200K
2. Maintenance fees are not … (1 comments)