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Fixtures and Chattels - What They Are and Why You Should Care

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Sep 12, 20224 min read

Fixtures and Chattels - What They Are and Why You Should Care

In modern Canadian property law, the archaic terms "fixture" and "chattel" are still in use. Fixture is a pretty modern word, but...

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A Local Real Estate Agent's Guide To Fall Waterloo Region Outdoor Fun

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Sep 9, 202211 min read

A Local Real Estate Agent's Guide To Fall Waterloo Region Outdoor Fun

There are a lot of advantages to working with a local real estate agent, whether you are buying or selling a home, and that is as true in...

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What Makes a Great Neighbourhood to Buy In?

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Aug 24, 20224 min read

What Makes a Great Neighbourhood to Buy In?

When you’re in the market for a new place to live, it helps to remember the golden rule of real estate: You’re not just buying a home —...

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Credit Hygiene Explained: How to Keep Your Credit Score as High as Possible

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Aug 15, 20225 min read

Credit Hygiene Explained: How to Keep Your Credit Score as High as Possible

A good credit score is a must if you are hoping to secure a mortgage to help you buy a Waterloo Region home. However, your credit score...

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Ultimate New Waterloo Region Home Move In Checklist

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Aug 3, 20227 min read

Ultimate New Waterloo Region Home Move In Checklist

Let’s cut to the chase, the new home journey can be overwhelming. You’re excited to start your new life, but getting there can feel like...

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How to Make the Most of Your Summer Waterloo Region House Hunt

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Jul 15, 20224 min read

How to Make the Most of Your Summer Waterloo Region House Hunt

You’ve got your financial paperwork in order, and you’re finally ready to find that dream Waterloo Region home for you and your family,...

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Is a Waterloo Region Condo the Right Buy for You?

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Jun 24, 20226 min read

Is a Waterloo Region Condo the Right Buy for You?

You may have a rough idea of what a condominium is: you own a "unit" within a bigger building or community of condo owners. You and the...

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Top 10 Don'ts When Applying for a Mortgage

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Jun 22, 20224 min read

Top 10 Don'ts When Applying for a Mortgage

Crashing credit, buying recreational toys, co-signing a 'small loan' for your Cousin Fred... Few mistakes are more cringe-worthy to a...

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Top 6 Signs You've Found the Right Waterloo Region Home for You

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Jun 17, 20225 min read

Top 6 Signs You've Found the Right Waterloo Region Home for You

Maybe it’s the first Waterloo Region home you’re ever going to purchase yourself, or perhaps it’s a crucial upgrade that you’ve decided...

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Understanding The Key Differences Between Home Inspections and Home Appraisals

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Jun 8, 20226 min read

Understanding The Key Differences Between Home Inspections and Home Appraisals

It is important to note that when you are buying a Waterloo Region home, appraisals and home inspections are key parts of the home buying...

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May 30, 20225 min read

How Long Does a Home Appraisal Take?

Congratulations! You’ve been pre-approved for a home mortgage, found your dream Waterloo Region home, negotiated an agreeable sales...

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Six Big Mistakes Waterloo Region Home Buyers Make in a Sellers’ Market

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May 18, 20223 min read

Six Big Mistakes Waterloo Region Home Buyers Make in a Sellers’ Market

When it’s time to buy a home the real estate market fluctuates a lot, making it difficult to predict whether the market will favour...

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Is the Waterloo Region Housing Market Cooling? What You Need to Know Now

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May 9, 20224 min read

Is the Waterloo Region Housing Market Cooling? What You Need to Know Now

Canada's housing as a whole market has been scorching. Our nation's home prices rose 26% year over year in 2021, the highest level on...

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5 Key Features of a Dog-Friendly Waterloo Region Neighbourhood

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Apr 27, 20223 min read

5 Key Features of a Dog-Friendly Waterloo Region Neighbourhood

Your dog is a member of your family. It’s an oft-cited sentiment that most pet parents would agree with emphatically. As such, you want...

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8 (Less Exciting) Things You Must Do After Buying a New Waterloo Region Home

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Apr 22, 20224 min read

8 (Less Exciting) Things You Must Do After Buying a New Waterloo Region Home

Moving into your new Waterloo Region home is a very busy, and exciting time. There’s furniture to move in, walls and floors to decorate,...

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What to Look for in a Waterloo Region Starter Home

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Apr 18, 20225 min read

What to Look for in a Waterloo Region Starter Home

Waterloo Region homebuyers who are making their first purchase have a lot riding on their success. After all, it's likely to be one of...

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Waterloo Region Real Estate Investment: Should You Rent or Flip?

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Apr 6, 20224 min read

Waterloo Region Real Estate Investment: Should You Rent or Flip?

You have probably read and heard a lot about the importance of wealth building. And, in the light of the financial upheaval caused by the...

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Thinking About Gifting a Down Payment on a Waterloo Region Home? What You Need to Know

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Apr 4, 20224 min read

Thinking About Gifting a Down Payment on a Waterloo Region Home? What You Need to Know

As real estate markets - including the Waterloo Region - have continued to heat up, it has become more and more common these days for...

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Top 5 Reasons to Work With a Buyer’s Agent When Buying Your New Home

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Mar 28, 20224 min read

Top 5 Reasons to Work With a Buyer’s Agent When Buying Your New Home

You will hear a lot about the distinct advantages of working with a real estate agent when selling a Waterloo Region home. However, there...

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Must Ask Questions If You Attend a Virtual Open House

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Mar 21, 20224 min read

Must Ask Questions If You Attend a Virtual Open House

Thanks to COVID-19, even more than two years into the pandemic, the new reality is that many open houses and home tours are being...

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