In the unfortunate circumstance that a homeowner is past-due on their monthly mortgage payments, they pave the way for a “foreclosure” on their property. In today’s market, banks and other lenders do not turn to foreclosure to take away the homes of homeowners who are in arrears. Instead, they perform a "Power of Sale" which is wholly different from a Foreclosure. What is a Foreclosure? Foreclosures are laborious, grueling, and costly to both the... [read more]

No one can deny that buying or selling a home is a huge decision – one of the biggest of your life. If you’re a buyer, choosing the right house in the right location and at the right price can help you live your best life. If you’re selling, how you prep your home for sale can be a huge factor in maximizing profit potential. There are many hidden tips and tricks that every home buyer or seller should know to help ease the process. Here are some of our top tips, we hope they... [read more]

When it comes to purchasing a home, buyers often make their decisions based on internal factors of the home itself, like how it shows and the features it includes. While these are important factors to consider, external factors such as the location of the property and what the neighbourhood offers is also important and may be neglected by the buyer. “Location, location, location” is a common mantra used in real estate. You might think, why does location matter so much? Firstly,... [read more]

The process of buying a home can be overwhelming, especially for first time home buyers. Certain aspects such as paperwork, neighbourhood research and financing can distract you from catching other important items when assessing a home. A tip to keep yourself on track and not get distracted when house touring is to create a “home buying checklist”. The following are some points that buyers often fail to notice about a home which can be beneficial to add to your... [read more]