condos for sale london ontario: Downpayment & Closing Cost Assistance in London Ontario - 06/09/10 06:17 AM
Home Ownership Assistance Program
Good news for London's low-to-moderate income earners! This year, the City of London offers again the Affordable Homeownership Assistance Program. This successful program consists of an interest free loan for qualifying home buyers to assist with downpayment and closing costs.To be eligible, households must have a gross household income of $55,000 or less, and must be approved for a mortgage at a recognized financial institution. The selling price of the home must be no higher than $140,000. New this year is an increase to the closing cost assistance, which has been raised to 3% from 1%.The Homeownership Assistance … (3 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Rebound in London Ontario real estate market continues - 06/03/10 05:05 AM
May home sales spell good news for the London and St.Thomas area. Sales were up 2.3% for detached homes and 10.8% for condos. All in all, 898 homes exchanged hands, a modest improvement over last May's 864 sales.
 May is the eighth consecutive month in which  home sales top those of the previous year.
Average price also increased, with the average price of a detached home Year To Date sitting at $243,331, up 9.3% from last year, and the average price of a condo YTD coming in at $174,263. The average price YTD total residential sits at $230,056, up 9.6% from the previous year.
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condos for sale london ontario: London Ontario Real Market Did Very Well in May - 06/02/10 06:43 AM
It is sounding like a scratched CD but house and condo sales in London Ontario are up again by approximately 8.7%!Two storey homes led the way again and one floor condos led the way for condo resales. The majority of London New Home Builders had a very good month as well.
With London's diversity of industry, medical and educational background and a history of a stable real estate market, this bodes well for both buyers and sellers.
Yes, there are cases of multiple offers but not as foolish as other large centres and the London real estate market is neither a … (4 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Housing near UWO in London Ontario - 05/23/10 07:11 AM
This weekend so far I have received 5 emails from parents across Canada inquiring about purchasing a condo for their daughter or son close to Western.
Some of the questions are: Is it safe for my daughter? How long does it take to walk to Western? What bus route? What can I get for $150,000? What happens when I want to sell it and what will it be worth?
What questions do you have? Where can you go for some straight information? Is it accurate? How true is it?
This is a big step you are taking by not only purchasing … (5 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Does Title Insurance Really Protect You? - 05/19/10 07:16 AM
Does Title Insurance Really Protect You? We all have heard horror stories about home insurance, car insurance or traffic insurance not covering an accident or claim after the fact.
You purchase insurance with the assurance that you will be covered or are told that you will be covered if such & such occurs etc.
Fortunately, like life insurance, we have not had to make a claim. It is when you make a claim that all of a sudden you find out that you are not covered.
This month a client who's home was to close found out that there were easements … (11 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: April Real Estate Was Booming in London Ontario - 05/06/10 07:26 AM
The latest real estate numbers for real estate activity in London Ontario was quite impressive with April being a record month!
Not only were sales of London houses and condos up, listing increased by 22% as well which ensures a balanced market.
Homes over the $500,000 range saw a substantial increase in units sold and so far this May, sales are quite impressive.
With London being a very stable area, perhaps people being misinformed about HST or perhaps buyers and sellers being happy and confident with the prospects for the future, it was time to buy or sell a home in London … (4 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Condo Bungalow Homes in London Ontario - 04/27/10 03:04 AM
If you have been thinking of downsizing or relocating to London Ontario, you will be quite surprised at the price of condos in London compared to other Ontario cities.
I have seen as much as 44% less than a comparable home which is huge and to top it all off, London is a great city to live in, has all the amenities, has less crime and is situated between two of the Great Lakes, Erie and Huron.
If condo life is not for you, no problem, there are great one floor bungalows and ranches in London for sale and being built … (5 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: What are The Monetary Advantages Of Buying a Condo? - 04/19/10 06:51 AM
Below is an email follow up to a client who was having a hard time justifying a condo fee versus owning his own home. Not all condos or styles may have the same savings but here are are a few highlights!
  Your insurance will be on contents only, the condo fee includes exterior insurance which can be as much as $50-$75 saving per month  
All exterior maintenance is done, no cost or equipment or time required for lawn maintenance, snow removal, shrubs, trees etc  
 All exterior replacements to be covered by condo corp. No need to set aside $100-150 … (6 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Want to Volunteer in London and Don't Know How or Where? - 04/18/10 06:48 AM
As most of you are aware, April 18 to April 24 is National Volunteer Week. I get asked all the time from new Londoners and others about what would be the best charity to support or volunteer for.
Volunteering and supporting a charity or more than one is a personal one. What do I care about? What pulls my heart? What disgusts me? What is the money used for? What percentage of money goes to the cause and what percentage goes to administration?
If you go to http://www.londonava.com/documents/LAVA%202009.pdf you will see a supplement from the London Free Press that displays most … (0 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Open House For 3 Luxury Condo Bungalows in London Ontario - 04/06/10 06:29 AM
This Thursday April 8 from 1-4 PM I will be presenting 3 one floor condos, all with 2 car garages, 2 with a finished basement and starting from $288,900.
These brand new condos are in the west end of London at 2295 Kains Road and are furnished to show you the amenities of these homes.
For a quality lifestyle and safety, it may be worth a drive! See you there!
As well, Phase 2 is being completed and I am quite excited about the new models, layouts and great features
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condos for sale london ontario: Condos in Oakridge YTD Are Selling in Less Than 35 Days! - 04/03/10 03:19 AM
Condos for sale in London Ontario and particularly Oakridge have been selling well and as of April 3 of this year, the average selling price of a condo in Oakridge has been $202,700 which was 97.8% of the average asking price!
At present there are 5 condos for sale, starting from $159,500 for a 3 bedroom townhouse condo to a 2+1 bedroom ranch condo with a double garage, finished basement for $239,900!
As always, real estate in London is well priced and like the houses in Oakridge, condos are sought after. Visit www.condosinlondon.com for all condo prices and information.
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condos for sale london ontario: Highrise Apartment Condos in London Over $200,000 - 03/28/10 08:14 AM
If you are just starting to look for a condo in London or are thinking of selling your condo, being informed can save you thousands of dollars and a ton of stress .Highrise Apartment Condos in London Over $200,000 
I have prepared a list of apartment condos available for sale in London that are priced over $200,000. Some of these are downtown London, a few off of trendy Richmond Row and even a penthouse. I know these buildings and amenities and know the market state and pros and cons of all apartment condos in London.
To receive this and other free reports go to … (0 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Thinking about buying or selling a condo in Byron, a neighbourhood in London Ontario? - 03/26/10 04:56 AM
    Have you been thinking of moving to Byron, a family neigbourhood in south London that offers a lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle, yet minutes to downtown London?
A London neighbourhood that has Springbank Park and the Thames River, Boler Mountain (a ski and mountain bike area known to the locals as "the bump"), every kind of church you can think of,(if you don't go to church, I won't tell), a library, a fire hall, a legion, a Masonic hall and more.
Some great shopping, bistros and dining, professional offices, medical, drugstores, an LCBO (known to the locals as … (0 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Road Construction in London Ontario, A Heads Up! - 03/11/10 04:40 AM
The London Free Press is calling road related work in London alone 'The mother of all construction seasons' with a record 150 million being allocated.Orange pylons, not daffodils and tulips will signal the spring season.
Do not despair! If you go to www.london.ca/construction an interactive website awaits you and you will know where construction in London is on any given day.
Another way to avoid traffic when looking to purchase real estate in London  is to have me drive you around. I can curse in 14 languages, have  a multitude of finger signals and have a GPS and know before hand where the … (0 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Looking For A Condo In London Ontario Between $200-$300,000? - 03/10/10 02:49 AM
Are you thing of buying a condo in London Ontario within the next 3 months? Real Estate in London Ontario has not experienced the 20-30% increases that some Canadian cities have.
In this price range there are low rise and high rise apartment condos, some with a pool, exercise room, saunas and other amenities. You can even find one floor bungalow attached and detached condos, all with a garage and even some with a 2 car garage.
There is also a great selection of condo townhouses or townhomes available across London.
Where to start? If you know the style of condo in … (2 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Uplands Neighbourhood In London Quite Active - 03/09/10 05:03 AM
Houses and Condos in Uplands have been selling quite well in London and on average have been selling 98.4% of the asking price. The close proximity to The University of Western Ontario, University Hospital and easy access to downtown London makes this neighbourhood attractive plus how easy it is to get to the Masonville area.
Houses from $379,000 and condos from $229,000 are on the market in Uplands and for a list of these and more details, let me know.
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condos for sale london ontario: Masonville & Stoneybrook Real Estate Very, Very Active - 03/08/10 04:39 AM
Masonville area homes and condos along with the Stoneybrook neighbourhood from January 1, 2010 to March 8 has been quite busy with 55 sales at 99% of the asking price and only 34 days on the market!
This area remains one of the hottest markets in London and especially at this time of the year with UWO grads going and new coming to London.
Condos from $108,000 to $369,000 and with houses from $259,000 and up make Masonville & Stoneybrook  a good market because of amenities and location.
If you require more information on specific styles or price range in London, … (0 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Hyde Park Neighbourhood in London Ontario Growing Quickly - 03/05/10 04:43 AM
Have you taken a drive out to Hyde Park lately? New home construction is very strong with a good selection of condos and houses available.
Re-sale houses and condos have remained strong in January & February so far with the selling price being 98.6% of asking and an average of 33 days on the market!
With some great shopping, new schools being built, commercial and light industrial spaces available, people are finding Hyde Park to be quite attractive.
For more information on the real estate market in the Hyde Park neighbourhood, either new homes or re-sales, I know the market and … (6 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: Pond Mills Real Estate Very Active So Far This Year - 03/05/10 04:18 AM
Houses & Condos in Pond Mills have sold quite well in January & February 2010 with both houses and condos getting 97-98% of the asking price.Condos have been averaging 49 days to sell with houses in Pond Mills only 34 days!
The average selling price for a condo in Pond Mills is $110,741 with houses averaging $212,774. As you can see, Pond Mills has some very attractive prices and for anyone wanting quick access to the 401 or industry in London, this is the place.
Some great schools, shopping and other family amenities are all close by. For up to date … (2 comments)

condos for sale london ontario: House & Condos Are Selling Well in West London Riverbend Area - 03/02/10 04:59 AM
Sales of houses and condos in west London, especially the Riverbend neighborhood has been quite healthy in January & February so far. Homes and condos in Riverbend have been selling on average for 99% of asking price which was $447,027  and less than 52 days on the market!
At present there are only 31 houses and condos available for sale in Riverbend from one floor condos, bungalow detached homes and beautiful 2 storey homes. Even homes and villas and golfing at the Riverbend community.
For up to date information and knowledgable opinion on the lifestyle this great London community has to offer, … (4 comments)