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Decorating Your New Home on a Budget

April 17, 2024 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

If you're considering purchasing a new home, you may encounter an unexpected problem. Your old decor doesn't suit your new space. This mismatch between old and new is especially likely when downsi ...

The Facts About Real Estate Fees

March 6, 2024 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Understanding the various fees in the Canadian real estate market may seem complicated, but with a little knowledge, you can navigate the process easily. Whether you are buying your first home ...

Purchasing a Home? Avoid this Pitfall!

December 20, 2023 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Subject to Financing when purchasing a property. When writing an offer to purchase a property, it is important to include certain subjects to ensure that you protect your interests. One such ...

Unlocking the Door to Your Dream Home: Exploring First-Time Homebuyer Options

October 18, 2023 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Unlocking the Door to Your Dream Home: Exploring First-Time Homebuyer Options Home Sweet Home: these three words hold a special place in our hearts. Owning a home is a dream many of us aspire to ...

Home Valuation and Appraisals: Unveiling the Mechanics, Influencing Factors, and Value-Boosting Tips

September 13, 2023 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Home Valuation and Appraisals: Unveiling the Mechanics, Influencing Factors, and Value-Boosting Tips The process of buying, selling, or refinancing a home involves a critical component that can gre ...

Catching Up on Retirement with an Income Property: A Wise Investment Strategy

August 9, 2023 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

As the retirement landscape continues to evolve, many individuals find themselves concerned about the adequacy of their savings and the possibility of outliving their nest egg. However, there is a sol ...

Benefits of Buying a New Home in the Summer

July 5, 2023 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Summertime brings sunny days, warm weather, and an ideal opportunity for house hunting. If you're considering buying a new home, the summer months offer several advantages worth considering. In this ...

5 Things NOT to do When Selling Your Home

May 31, 2023 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

The process of selling a residential property can be time-consuming and emotionally involving, especially if it is your first sale. While your home's curb appeal influences a prospective buyer's poten ...

10 Things to Know About the Offer Process

March 8, 2023 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

10 Things to Know About the Offer Process Before making an offer on your dream house, here are the ten things you need to know about buying real estate to ensure your offer is solid. Buying real e ...

10 Important Questions to Ask Your Contractor

February 22, 2023 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

10 Important Questions to Ask Your Contractor Are you thinking about hiring a contractor before selling real estate? Here are ten important questions you should ask the contractor before signing a co ...

Common Mistakes That House Flippers Make & How to Avoid Them

January 25, 2023 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Mistakes That Can Make House Flipping a Flop Common Mistakes That House Flippers Make & How to Avoid Them Making it in the world of house flipping means making sound and prudent decisions. Read on t ...

How Many Homes Should You View Before Buying?

December 14, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

If you are beginning the home-buying process, you may begin to wonder how long it will take until you find the perfect home for you and your family. The answer to that varies due to different factors. ...

Tips for Buying Rental Investment Properties

November 2, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Most people float the idea of investment property around at some point in their life, and the growing popularity of real estate buy-and-flip shows only makes the prospect more enticing. However, befor ...

5 Negotiation Secrets Smart Buyers Use to Get Better Deals

October 26, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Being a buyer in today's real estate market can be challenging. The market is very competitive right now, making the average buyer feel like it is impossible to secure a good deal. Luckily, some trick ...

Home-Buying 101: A Guide to Purchasing Your First Home

September 14, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Home-Buying 101: A Guide to Purchasing Your First Home Buying a home involves a lot of complex steps, but by doing your homework ahead of time, you can boost your know-how and have more confidence in ...

5 Benefits of an Investment Property

August 24, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

5 Benefits of an Investment Property Building a strong real estate portfolio is a great way to create passive income now and a strong investment portfolio for later. If you are looking at buildin ...

Tips for Picking the Right Home to Flip

August 17, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Guide to Choosing a House to Flip for Maximum Profit Not every property will make a promising flip. Here is everything you need to know to maximize your profits from the very start while minimizing ...

Can Housing Upgrades Affect Your Insurance?

July 27, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Housing upgrades have the potential to leave you underinsured so it is important to always contact your home insurance before starting a home renovation. Home renovations are trendy right now due to ...

Rent to Own Homes vs. Mortgage: How Do They Work?

July 20, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Rent to Own Homes vs. Mortgage: How Do They Work? If you're hoping to achieve your dreams of homeownership, rent-to-own and mortgage are two options to consider. Here is everything you need to know a ...

Five Great Benefits of Owning an Investment Property

May 4, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Five Great Benefits of an Investment Property Maybe you have considered investing in real estate but aren't sure if it's the right move for you. There are several benefits to an investment property, ...

How to Handle a Low-Ball Offer in Real Estate | Home Selling Advice

April 13, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

How to Handle a Low-Ball Offer in Real Estate - Home Selling Advice How to negotiate and handle low-ball offers on your real estate property in a buyer's market without compromising the value or wort ...

Buying Land To Build A Home in BC

February 2, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Buying Land To Build A Home If you've been dreaming of escaping your unruly neighbors, the hubbub of the city, or the restrictions of your homeowners' association, then buying land to build a home is ...

Your House-Closing Timeline: A Step-By-Step Guide | BC

January 19, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

The process of buying a house can be quite exciting. However, the process is laborious, and it can also be nerve-wracking, especially if you do not know what to expect at what stage. The process is lo ...

What Are the Next Steps After Your Offer Was Rejected? In BC

January 12, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

What are the next steps after your offer was rejected? Finding an ideal home can be a daunting process. It involves talking to a wide range of realtors and having a myriad of meetings with your mortg ...

Investing In An Apartment Complex

January 5, 2022 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Investing In An Apartment Complex Investing in an apartment complex is one of the most effective ways of building wealth in the real estate industry. Some of the benefits that are associated with inv ...

Things To Look Out For When Viewing A Property

December 22, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Becoming a homeowner can be quite an exciting experience; however, house hunting is not a process without challenges. Depending on your personal preferences, needs, and budget, you need to carefully ...

Buying A Home As A Senior Citizen | BC

December 1, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Buying a home is for everyone - or those who can afford to pay for their mortgage. Albeit you're 60 or 70 years old, it's possible and beneficial to own a home so long as you have the financial means ...

Benefits of Investing in Multi-Family Real Estate

October 20, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

What is Multi-Family Real Estate? Any residential property that contains more than one housing unit is classed as multi-family real estate. Some of the most prevalent examples of multi-family real ...

Top 3 Biggest Home Seller Mistakes

October 13, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Selling a home can be a daunting process; finding a real estate professional may help ease a lot of the stress. They will not only help find a buyer and undertake the complex process of closing the de ...

Renting VS Buying a Home

September 29, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Your colleagues, friends, and family may be enjoying the comfort of their homes, but you're still living in a rental property. Such situations may compel someone to think about purchasing a property. ...

Five Tips for Buying a Condo

September 22, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Yaaay! You finally got enough to facilitate the down payment of your first condo, or perhaps this is your investment property. Here is a simplified guide that includes some tips for buying a condo.& ...

Cons of For Sale By Owner (FSBO)

September 15, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

You finally place your ad on the for sale by owner site! You are looking forward to answering tons of inquiries about your beautiful home but heard nothing yet. Selling your home shouldn't be this har ...

Real Estate 101: Getting Your Home Ready To Show

September 8, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

So...you decided to sell your home? This was not a decision that was taken lightly. This is a home you've grown fond of and grown in love with deeply. Countless memories were created, maybe your child ...

Tips for Real Estate Investors

September 1, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

In today's business world, investing has gone beyond traditional assets, such as stocks and mutual funds. The real estate industry presents excellent investment options and a chance to expand your por ...

Advice for First-Time Home Sellers

August 18, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

When buying your home, you probably dreamt of passing it down to future generations. Now, things turned out different and you are looking to sell. You fell in love with your home and made a ton of ...

5 Things NOT To Do When Selling Your House

August 4, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Useful Tips for Buying and Selling A Home During Covid-19

July 21, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

The coronavirus pandemic has derailed buying and selling activities in the property market. Albeit fewer homes have been listed for sale, the industry is gradually recovering. Prospective buyers can m ...

6 Signs a Home Will Likely Increase In Value

June 9, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

A home is a massive investment. Any new homeowner will naturally hope their investment will gain value. While nothing in life is guaranteed, there are some excellent indicators that a home is likely t ...

6 Persistent Real Estate Myths You Really Need to Ignore

June 2, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Whether you're a home-buyer or a seller, it pays to understand the real estate market if you want to get a good deal. Unfortunately, a series of damaging ideas has grown up around real estate which ca ...

Should You Refinance Your Mortgage?

May 5, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

There are a multitude of reasons why a homeowner may be considering refinancing their mortgage. However, before any final decisions are made it is always a good idea to consider carefully whether refi ...

4 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Agent When Selling Your Home

April 28, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Selling your home is a big decision, and it's often a long and complex undertaking. Hiring a real estate agent can make every step of the home-selling process easier, from setting an asking price to c ...

How To Stage A House For Sale

March 24, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

It's time to sell your house, and you know you need to stage it for sale, but you're not sure how. This step-by-step guide will help you successfully prepare your house for the market, from fixing nec ...

Four Tips to Sell Your Home in a Hurry

January 20, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Selling your home can be a time-consuming process - a situation which is less than ideal if you want to move sooner rather than later. Luckily, though, there are a few things that you can do ...

What to Look for in an Investment Property

January 6, 2021 | Posted by: Jeremy Schaffner

Investing in real estate can be a great way to grow your wealth. However, in order to be a successful investor, you will need to identify the right properties to invest in. In particular, you will w ...

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