Condo boards need more regulation
March 5, 2010
have received a growing number of complaints since writing about how condominium boards operate.
Buyers should carefully research condo 'community'
February 26, 2010
Writing about the importance of the status certificate in every purchase of resale condominiums spurrred countless emails from industry experts, including condominium board directors, property management companies and service providers to the industry.
Is 'positive energy' a requisite for homebuyers?
February 19, 2010
Energy efficiency. Green energy. R-2000 and LEED homes. These are just some of the phrases used to describe the advantages of homes or condominiums that are environmentally friendly. How about "positive energy?"
Review your status certificate when purchasing resale unit
February 12, 2010
Once a buyer finds a condominium resale unit that satisfies his or her needs, there are many "hidden" questions about the building that need to be answered.
Important little details should be in agreements
February 5, 2010
One of the side issues in the recent bidding wars in cities across Canada is that buyers and sellers are not taking the necessary time to review and understand what is included in the fine print of most real estate agreements.
How to avoid `easy money' sales pitch
January 15, 2010
Since warning consumers about the dangers of no money down real estate seminars, I have received more emails than from any other article that I have written. The overwhelming majority are from readers who have been victimized by these schemes in the past.
Handing over the keys should be last resort
January 8, 2010
We have heard countless situations in the United States where homeowners are walking up to their bankers and just handing over their keys. I have been asked many times why this does not happen in Canada.
Beware 'free' real estate seminars
January 1, 2010
How many times have you seen late-night infomercials or advertisements inviting you to a seminar on how you can become a millionaire by buying real estate with no money down, even if you have a poor credit history? As with most get-rich-quick schemes, there is an old saying, "If it seems too good to be...
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