In order to stay nimble in a market that shifts quickly, your number one step as a home buyer is to get that mortgage pre-approval. What a Pre-Approval Really Does A pre-approval is a lender’s conditional commitment to loan you a specific amount based on your finances. It: Defines your ...
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Is your home trying to speak to you? For a non-exhaustive list of some spooky sounds around your home and what they could mean, read on. Creaking: rotting wood or a foundation issue, or just natural wood contraction and expansion, or normal settling. Clanging in pipes: trapped air, loose pipes, ...
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Whether you are an enthusiastic DIYer ready to tackle your next reno, or you know someone who is, before the project starts, read on. Research whether you need condo and/or property management approval, or if permits or trade authorizations are required for the work being done. Failing to do so ...
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Skipping a home inspection might seem tempting as it might save you money upfront, but it could cost you much more in the long run. A professional inspection can uncover major issues, such as structural, electrical, or plumbing problems, or health hazards like mould or asbestos, which might not be ...
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The rise of hybrid work has made it easier to live further away from your workplace. Even if you aren’t in a hybrid work environment but maybe considering moving between a city and the suburbs, read on for some food for thought. Transportation — If you don’t have a car ...
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