Tag: Real Estate 101
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9 Biggest First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes (Avoid These Costly Errors!)
First-time homebuyers, STOP! Before you buy a house, watch this video to avoid the 9 biggest mistakes that could cost you time, money, and stress! From not getting pre-approved to underestimating hidden costs, I’ll break down the most common pitfalls—and how to avoid them.
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The Ultimate Buyer FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Home in Windsor-Essex
If you’re thinking about buying a home in Windsor-Essex, you probably have a lot of questions. As an experienced Realtor in Windsor-Essex, I’m here to make the process smooth and as stress-free as possible. Below, I’ve answered (in short form) some of the most common questions homebuyers ask to help…
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How to Choose the RIGHT Realtor (Interview Questions & Red Flags!)
Most people pick a Realtor based on a Google search or a random social media referral—BIG mistake. Would you choose a pilot without asking a few questions first? Probably not. The same logic applies when hiring a Realtor to handle one of the biggest financial transactions of your life.
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Real Estate BUYER BASICS – 8 TOP TIPS You Need to Know
Thinking of buying your dream home? Don’t start your real estate journey without these crucial tips! In this video, we break down the top things every buyer needs to know before entering the real estate market. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, these insights will help you…
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Documents Decoded – OREA Form 100 Explained in Plain English | Agreement of Purchase and Sale Breakdown
The OREA Form 100 (Agreement of Purchase and Sale) is packed with legal jargon—but don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! In this video, I break it down in plain English, making it easy to understand every section of this crucial real estate document. Whether you’re a homebuyer, seller, or real…
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Rasha’s Remarks – Is there an Upside to Inflation?: Navigating the Housing Market Post-Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused big changes in the world economy. To help stabilize things, banks like the Bank of Canada made some important decisions. One of these decisions was to lower interest rates to the lowest they’ve ever been. The idea was to encourage people to borrow, invest, and…
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90 Second Market Update: March 2023
What’s going on in the Real Estate Market right now? Are the interest rates dropping? Is it a good time to buy or invest? Well, it’s getting interesting to be sure, but let’s discuss a few quick things off the top. According to industry reports, in a nutshell, Canadians are…
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Can AI Predict the Future of Real Estate?
Is AI the future of Real Estate? I put ChatGPT from OpenAI to the test by asking it to discuss the current Real Estate market and seeing how accurate it is, or isn’t?
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The State of The Market – Fall 2022
There’s so much to be said about the Real Estate market in 2022, especially as we get into the last season of the year. What’s happened in the last few months? What’s going to happen? What does it mean for buyers and sellers? How do I make sense of it…
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Homeowner Tips: Refinancing your Mortgage
Refinancing a mortgage is where you end your existing mortgage contract and pay the current balance in full by securing another mortgage loan. You can potentially borrow up to 80% of the appraised value of your home. The new loan comes with its own terms and conditions, including a different interest rate than…
Thomas Scully, Real Estate Agent 