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Canada’s New Mortgage Rules in Simple English

If you’re looking at homes selling for more than $500,000, you need to know this. Simply put, as of Monday February 15th, you now have to put down a payment of at least 10% on the portion of the price of a home over $500,000. The first $500,000 is still just 5%, but anything above … Continued

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Think You’re in Love? Try Buying a House Together!

You’ve found “the one” and you’re madly in love. Until you’re house shopping and they want to use an entire bedroom for their vintage guitar selection… Now sh*ts about to get real! Buying a house together isn’t a relationship test. It’s an exam! It covers everything. You’re about to feel like every part of your … Continued

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The Appraisal: You say I overpaid by how much?!

“Congratulations! Your offer is accepted and the house is yours for… Whoops. Not so fast.” We recently saw this happen to a client looking for a home in Burlington. Both buyer and seller agreed on a price, but because the buyers were planning to put more than 20% down on the home an appraisal was … Continued

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Why You’ll Want to Be in Burlington for the Next 25 Years

Mayor Rick Goldring recently unveiled a 25-year plan for Burlington at his State of the City Address 2016. From what we’ve seen, the plan gives our current residents even more reasons to take pride in our city, while giving plenty of reasons for newcomers to make Burlington their home. Here are just a few of … Continued

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MY ORCHARD HOME INCREASED HOW MUCH?!

Welcome 2016! An important part of ringing in the new year for Your Burlington Neighbourhoods Team is examining the year that passed and figuring out how much homes in The Orchard increased in value. In 2015 we found Orchard homes increased an average of 10%, with one category of home doubling that at 20%! Want … Continued

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Why 2016 is the Year to Leave Toronto

The fact that you’re reading this means you’ve had more than one inkling to leave Toronto recently. Maybe you’re tired of condo life and want a house with a yard, in neighbourhoods like The Orchard or Millcroft or Headon Forest. No matter your reasons, trust them. It’s time to leave Toronto. So let’s examine the … Continued

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Why the Holidays are Secretly the Best Time to Buy Your Next Home

Psst. The spring season isn’t actually the best time to buy or sell a home. So, while you’re touring the streets of Alton Village or The Orchard looking at Christmas displays, keep an eye out for “For Sale” signs too. December and January is actually an incredible time to buy and sell. But don’t tell … Continued

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What is My Orchard Home Worth?

If you already own a home in The Orchard or are planning to buy a home in this highly desirable family oriented Burlington neighbourhood, this report is for you. Your Burlington Neighbourhoods Team and Orchard Realtors Erin Hayes and David Ferrari have published the latest update on all the property values in this area. Want … Continued

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