Over improvements
byThe placement of improvements on a property that are excessive and consequently inconsistent with the overall size, quality, or appearance of other improvements within…
Selling Your Home
Curb appeal and your neighbor’s house
byWe all know that first impressions are very important. In real estate this translates into your home’s curb appeal. I’ve given tips on curb…
Eye candy for real estate agents and math minds – statistical graphs showing real estate trends in Canada
byAt open houses and other times when real estate is a topic of conversation, people always ask me, “how’s the market?” There’s so much…
The top three things to look for in a real estate agent. Connection. Competence. Character.
byFinding a real estate agent to help in what is likely the largest financial transaction you will ever make is a critical part of…
What are the home prices like in Huron Park, Clair Hills and Idlewood?
byAre you thinking of moving or refinancing? Maybe you just want to know what’s happening with home prices in your neighborhood. As a gauge…
Latent defects
byA latent defect is a hidden defect. It’s a physical deficiency or construction defect not readily ascertained from the reasonable inspection of the property,…
Knob-and-tube wiring
byKnob-and-tube wiring was used in residential structure and during the early part of the last century (pre-1950). The wiring set derives its name from…
The cost and profit of selling your house
byThe bad news is – it costs money to move. If it didn’t, we’d all probably move a lot more often. The costs of…
Home selling franchise surveys 5000 Canadian Homeowners – Would They Use A Realtor To Sell Their Home?
byRecently, while driving between homes and offices in Waterloo Region, I’ve been hearing radio commercials for ComFree home selling franchise (formally known as ByTheOwner.com)….
Disclosure of material facts – Suicide
byBuying a newly constructed or pre-construction home or condo from the builder or developer is not the same as buying a resale home. Builders…