Archive for the 'real-estate' Category

10 Deadly Mistakes to Avoid When Applying For a Home Mortgage

Applying for a home mortgage goes well beyond filling out a few forms and awaiting approval for a conventional or jumbo loan. There are mistakes you must avoid when applying for a home mortgage and any one of the ten listed can wreak much havoc, even scuttle the loan. Let’s take a look at potential […]

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Is Downtown Condo Living For You?

In the last year there has been an increase in the number of buyers moving into downtown condominiums. With the closeness of amenities and affordable prices it’s easy to understand why buyers want to live in a condo for sale in Calgary. Many buyers see condo living as an attractive option because of the traffic […]

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Will the REAL Exclusive Buyer’s Agent Please Stand Up?

What exactly is an “Exclusive Buyer’s Agent”?
A: An agent who represents only buyers, never sellers, with no risk to their buyers of dual or designated agency on any home they want to buy.
B: An agent who represents their buyers as a designated agent if they want to buy a home that is an in-house listing.
C: […]

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Selling Your Home On Your Own? FSBO Tips You Need To Know

With more and more people considering selling their home without the help of a real estate agent, this list of FSBO tips provides a quick overview of some of the many tactics that can make a difference when selling FSBO.
First of all determine what the selling price will be. Have one or two realtors do […]

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Is Renting Better Than Buying, In This Economy?

With the real estate market changing dramatically in the past few years and some regional markets more than doubling in property value, is it a good time to buy property? Consider the factors: real estate has increased in value while interest rates have dropped to record lows. But real estate is like any other investment. […]

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Real Estate Investing: Real Estate - The Hidden Investment

With REITs and 1031 Exchanges, real estate investing can be confusing landscape. But It’s also a fun and challenging opportunity. What exactly is it, and why has it made so many millionaires in this latest boom?
Anytime you purchase real estate for a profit, you’re participating in real estate investing. Many individuals have made it a […]

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