How important are building inspections and getting one before you complete the purchase of your new home? Here are 4 great reasons to never skip the inspection process. 4 reasons for building inspections Although it may cost a few hundred dollars to have a home inspection completed, it can save you much more in the long […]
Did you find the right home only to discover it was once a marijuana “grow op”? Here’s a few things you should think about before buying a grow op property that’s been remediated. Buying a grow op How do you find our if the property was a grow op? In British Columbia, the property disclosure form […]
If you’re the owner and thinking about selling a tenant-occupied property how can you, as the Seller, make the process easier for everyone involved? Understand the restrictions of the tenancy. If the Tenants have a fixed term tenancy, you cannot end it before the expiry date. If they are month-to-month, you’ll have to give them […]
There are no two ways about it, moving is stressful. But it can be really hard on kids, especially if you’re moving to a completely new neighborhood or city, away from friends, family, schools and activities. So what can you do to make it easier for them to settle into their new home and what’s […]
Halloween Safety Tips from Scott Parker Before Trick-or-Treaters come knocking at your door this Monday, here are a few tips to keep everyone safe while visiting your home. Clear a path from the road to your front door. Whether it’s clearing the walkway or eliminating debris from your lawn, a clear path to […]
How much of a down payment do I have to put down to buy a new home? The short answer is anywhere from 5% and up. Down payment Effective February 15, 2016, the minimum requirements for new mortgages has changed and as of this date, there’s a three tiered structure; On a purchase price of […]
How much does it cost to retire in Nanaimo, or anywhere for that matter, is a more complicated question than it seems and is dependent on a lot of factors. Below are five considerations to think about when looking to retire. How much does it cost to retire? House budget. Smaller cities can mean big savings. If you’re […]
You’ve found the perfect home for your family and your offer has been accepted, subject to a home inspection. But what do you do if there are problems with the home inspection report and it shows a lot of problems with the home? Problems with the home inspection Review the report with your real estate […]
Many people think they have to pay a real estate agent for their services when they are looking to buy a home. This is not the case. Do I need to pay a REALTOR®? If you’re working with a REALTOR® they’ll show you the homes you’re interested in seeing based on the criteria you provide […]
You’ve likely heard a hundred times before about the best ways to improve the value of your home and there are many ways to achieve this. But for those new to home buying and selling, let’s take a quick look at 5 of the best ways to improve your home value – not in any […]