Wednesday
27
NOVEMBER
2013
In order to purchase a home, you must have an established credit history. Each time you pay a bill (for your credit card or for a monthly service such as your telephone or electricity), you are establishing a credit rating for yourself. A credit rating is a number or score that banks, mortgage companies, and other lending businesses use to assess your level of financial responsibility.
Paying your bills on time every month, contributes to having a good credit rating. If you miss payments, or are often late making your payments, your credit rating is probably...
Wednesday
23
OCTOBER
2013
Becoming a homeowner can be very exciting but at the same time can also feel a little intimidating. Some of the most common questions asked by newcomers are: Do I qualify for a mortgage? What's a pre-approval? And how does buying a home in Canada differ from my home country?
A home can be one of the most personally and financially rewarding investments you'll ever make...
Monday
7
OCTOBER
2013
Every home is imbued with unique stories of the past lives that were lived there, but finding out the legal history of your land, such as the boundaries, possible easements and rights of way, is essential if you want to renovate or rebuild. Here are some tips and tricks to help you out.
Why should you have a survey done?