When considering which of two or more competing offers to accept for your property, there is no doubt price will play a huge role. After all, if Offer #1 is $10,000 higher than Offer #2, that’s an enticing difference that puts thousands of extra dollars in your pocket. However, price ...
Continue ReadingWhen you suffer damage to your property or its contents, you expect your insurance company to help you out. And, most do a good job of doing just that. Still, it’s a good idea to review your policy with your insurance advisor and find out what’s covered and what isn’t. ...
Continue ReadingSigning a commercial lease is one of the most important financial and operational commitments many businesses make. However, commercial tenants sometimes focus heavily on: monthly rent, location, or square footage while overlooking important legal, operational, and financial provisions hidden within the lease structure. Unlike many residential leases, commercial leases in ...
Continue ReadingCan a home seller consider other bids after accepting a conditional offer? The short answer is yes, but you have to be cautious. A seller can consider additional offers even after signing a conditional offer. This is because the sale is not final and binding on both parties until all ...
Continue ReadingWhile buying a home through an estate sale can be like purchasing any other resale property in many ways, there are a few key differences that are important to know. When you come across a property listed for sale, the homeowner is usually the seller. However, if the homeowner has ...
Continue ReadingWe are hearing that during this period of interest rate hikes more than one buyer has put an offer in on a property, conditional on financing and/or inspection, and when it came time to waive it they failed to do so. This is even though there was no legitimate ...
Continue ReadingReal estate transactions often involve: large financial commitments, legal obligations, emotional decision-making, negotiations, deadlines, and rapidly changing circumstances. In this environment, misunderstandings can easily occur if communication is: unclear, incomplete, inconsistent, or poorly documented. Many real estate disputes are not caused solely by intentional misconduct. In many cases, disputes arise ...
Continue ReadingFor most individuals, investing in commercial properties in Ontario can be lucrative. After all, the province boasts a thriving economy, diverse industries, and a vibrant community. This makes investing there a great opportunity for those who wish to diversify their investment portfolio and grow their business operations. That being said, ...
Continue ReadingBe one step ahead and discover red flags that may indicate any of the different types of mortgage fraud so you won’t be a victim yourself and avoid getting yourself entangled in any fraudulent agreements. Mortgage fraud can be a criminal offence when someone – you, a mortgage broker or ...
Continue ReadingAre we able to see what others are offering before we make ours? This has been a more common question lately, as many transactions are taking place with multiple (competing) offers. Sellers represented by real estate brokerages in Ontario accept offers in what is referred to as closed bidding process, ...
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