How Many Homes Will You Visit Before Finding “The One”? What Every Buyer Should Know
This week, I had the unique pleasure of taking some clients—who also happen to be my former tenants—to see a property for the very first time. To everyone’s surprise, they fell in love right away. What made this even more remarkable is that they hadn’t even started the mortgage pre-approval process yet; we were still […]
Breaking Ground: East Harbour Transit Hub Set to Transform Toronto’s East End
Toronto’s east end is on the cusp of a major transformation as construction officially begins on the East Harbour Transit Hub
Step 26 to Buying A Home: Pick Up Your Keys – It’s Closing Time!
The Waiting Game begins! The closing time can be as early as 11 AM up to 6 PM on the same day. If takes 2-3 hours from the time the lawyer receive funds from the bank to the time you’re officially closed.If we’re your Realtors, we will update you every step of the way. Once […]
Step 23 to Buying A Home: Transfer Your Closing Costs
Once your lawyer instructed you on how to transfer the remainder of the down payment and closing costs, then you just have to wait for the closing day. Usually this is done before the signing is scheduled but if the seller’s lawyer has not prepared the documents prior to signing appointment then this has to […]
Step 22 To Buying A Home: Get Your Downpayment Ready
After you sent the 90-day bank statement and the mortgage lender (bank) accepted your proof of downpayment, it’s time to transfer all your downpayment to one account so that it will be easy to wire or deposit the money to your lawyer’s account in trust. If you are putting a big downpayment, please contact your […]
Step 25 to Buying A Home: Attend a Buyer Walkthrough
Buyer walk through or Final Buyer Visit is normally set a few days before closing. This is the time you can bring some of your close family to see the home that you fell in love with. Please advise your Realtor (that’s us!) if you’re bringing people other than the buyers (that’s you!) in the […]
Step 24 to Buying A Home: Time To Sign With Lawyer
If you made it this far, then you have managed to put your ducks in a row. If you used our recommended lawyer then you have fulfilled all the steps and has transferred your down payment to the lawyer in trust. If you are technically savvy, then this step will be done using virtual signing […]
Step 27 to Buying a Home: Moving Day!
If you did your homework in Step 26 To Buying A Home, then it should be a breeze. But if you get so excited and forgot all the steps, here’s a recap: Schedule a cleaning crew or clean everything in your new house a day or two before your scheduled move. The sellers are only […]
Step 21 to Buying a New Home: Book Your Move and Start Packing!
Are you ready to start moving into your new home? Step 21 helps make your move easy and stress-free! From hiring movers to organizing your stuff, we have key tips for quick packing, timing your move, and throwing a fun moving party. Discover the best ways to label boxes and keep your essentials handy. Check out our guide and make moving day simple!
Step 20 to Buying a Home: Shop for Home (Fire) Insurance
A few weeks before your closing, your lawyer and mortgage lender will request for a home insurance or fire insurance. If you will be buying your home with a mortgage, this step is mandatory. They will not fund your purchase without this insurance. To save on the premium, get this where you currently have your […]