Home Buyers Demand Smarter Designs

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  The results of Better Homes and Gardens magazine’s Next Home Survey are in, and buyers have spoken. Prospective new home buyers list energy-efficiency, organization and comfort as their top priorities in considering their next move. Demand for traditional McMansions appears to be waning as more and more people come to value intelligent design over wow factor. “We continue to … Read More

Step1: Is Homeownership Right For You?

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    So, you’ve finally decided to fulfill a lifelong dream and buy your own home… how exciting! You are ready to fulfill your dream of having a place to call your own.Buying a home is one of the biggest emotional and financial decisions you’ll ever make. Prepare by learning about the process of homebuying and the responsibilities of homeownership. … Read More

Canadians Save by Renewing, Renegotiating Mortgages With Brokers

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  The Mortgage Broker channel in Canada is highly competitive. Research shows that consumers recently renewing their mortgages with Mortgage Brokers came out way ahead of those renewing with other channels.Maritz Research Canada recently conducted a study of 2,000 Canadians. The study focused on Canadians’ opinions of the mortgage industry and specific feedback on their mortgages and experiences with mortgage … Read More

Here Is A Method That Is Helping Home Owners Save Thousands On Their Mortgage

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There is an age old debate that exists in the mortgage industry.  This debate is centered on what entity is the best mortgage provider.  Some argue that it is the major banks that are the best option, while others are convinced that the mortgage broker industry is the best bet.   The reality is that the average person has limited … Read More

Steps For Home Buyers to Consider …

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    Step 1: Get Preapproved! The first step in the home buying process is to take a moment to get the preapproval from a lender of your choice. This can save you hours of searching for properties that do not suit your budget, or what are even more painful, purchasing a home then discovering you are not eligible for … Read More