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 […]
For many people the process of buying a home can be complicated. Confusion can often come from the lack of understanding about the difference between appraisals and home inspections. So what’s the difference? Appraisal and an inspection Appraisal This is the process of developing an opinion of the value of the property, often called the […]
At some point in life, most of us want to become homeowners. But how do you know you are ready to buy a home? Here are five signs to let you know. Ready to buy a home YOU’RE TIRED OF PAYING RENT If you think you’re just throwing money away each month paying rent, it […]
Determine how much you can afford Get pre-approved! Only you can decide how much you feel comfortable spending on a home. Based on your down payment, income, existing debt, regular expenditures, and other key financial information, a mortgage broker or Banker can help you determine how much you can afford to pay every month and […]
Thinking of Selling Your Home? Selling your home is all about knowing the local housing market. Pricing your home correctly is crucial to maximizing the highest selling price possible. We can help determine what direction the market is trending, so you can make the right choices when it comes to selling your home to get the […]
Single-family homes for sale in Nanaimo area dropped yet again in November 2016 to reach a new historic low of 1,034, a 37 per cent decrease from one year ago and dipping below October’s 1,158 available listings. Sales of single-family homes in November decreased by 13 per cent from October 2016, but remained flat year […]
When you list your home with The Scott Parker Team, you are guaranteed to receive 5 Star Service. Through our team’s negotiation and marketing skills, your Nanaimo home will sell faster, and for a better price. Your home is your biggest financial investment: The decisions to sell is a big one, and you need a […]
Elders in Transition and Nanaimo Community Hospice is a registered non-profit society dedicated to provision of compassionate care and practical support to individuals in the last stages of living, to their caregivers, and to the bereaved. The staff and volunteers providing this service are trained hospice volunteers well versed in dealing with sensitive situations. All our […]
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