Bad Credit Mortgages on Cottage Properties
Posted on Sep 27, 2024
Bad Credit Mortgages on Cottage Properties
Looking into a mortgage for a cottage? Understanding that lenders classify these dwellings into two different types is a good start.
The Type A version is considered a year-round home with winterized access. There is a permanent foundation resting below the frost line, potable running water and a permanent...
Pet-Friendly Home Ideas
Posted on Sep 27, 2024
Your furry friends are a part of the family, so they should feel comfortable in your home, too. Implementing pet-friendly upgrades in your home could also help with resale value—interested buyers are often pet owners!
Flooring
Sadly, not all flooring is pet friendly. Certain types of hardwood floors are prone to being scratched up by pets, namely dog...
Selling Tips: Enhance Your Waterfront Property’s Appeal
Posted on Sep 27, 2024
Waterfront properties may be in demand, but there is always competition! You want your cottage to stand out among the rest and fetch the highest price possible—how can you make that happen?
Choose the Right Agent
Not all agents have experience selling waterfront properties. When choosing a Realtor®, ensure you’re going with someone who knows how to...
Real Estate Myths: Fall Edition
Posted on Sep 27, 2024
Myth: Fall is a bad time to sell
Though spring is traditionally the busiest time in real estate, it doesn’t mean that fall is a bad time to list. Homes are bought and sold all year long, and there is plenty of activity in the fall market.
You can use fall’s charms to your advantage. When your home is photographed, capture the changing leaves and beau...
What is a Title Search
Posted on Sep 26, 2024
There’s a lot of legal work that goes on behind the scenes of a real estate transaction, and part of this legal due-diligence is something known as a title search. But what is a title search and how is it conducted?
What is a Title Search?
Conducting a title search means reviewing the public records of a property in order to determine ownership and e...
Pros & Cons of Different Waterfront Properties
Posted on Sep 19, 2024
Lakes, rivers, oceans—waterfront properties are desirable just about anywhere. However, each type of water comes with its own advantages and disadvantages.
Lake
Pros:
Variety of choices: Canada has more lake area than any other country in the world, meaning that you’ll have plenty of options when looking for lakefront property.
Natural beauty: Lakefron...
