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How first-time buyers can affect the entire Toronto real estate market.

December 15, 2009 By dlajeunesse Leave a Comment

Why The Toronto Real Estate Market is Booming From recession to explosion, the Toronto real estate market has bounced back significantly.  A solid blend of historically low interest rates, discounted … [Read more...]

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Houses for Sale in Toronto or for Rent?

October 15, 2009 By Dan Lajeunesse Leave a Comment

Condos Downtown Toronto for Sale? Houses for Sale in Toronto? Houses For Rent? If you’re looking for a new place to call home, chances are you’ve seen several signs advertising different Toronto … [Read more...]

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Toronto New Homeowner Moving Checklist

October 8, 2009 By Dan Lajeunesse Leave a Comment

A Month Before Closing on your new Toronto home... Give away, sell or discard any unnecessary belongings Start packing seasonal items, seldom-used kitchen utensils, pots and pans and dishes and … [Read more...]

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Closing Costs to Consider when Buying a House or Condo in Toronto

October 8, 2009 By Dan Lajeunesse Leave a Comment

Buying your first home in Toronto is an exciting process... You determined how much home you could afford, saved your down payment, and then you and your Toronto real estate agent found the perfect home… … [Read more...]

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Homes For Sale in Toronto – 6 Steps to Buying Your Dream Home

October 8, 2009 By Dan Lajeunesse Leave a Comment

1.  Choose the right Toronto real estate agent for you This is probably the most crucial step in buying your new home in Toronto (or anywhere else for that matter).  You need someone who is professional, … [Read more...]

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Why should you buy a home in Toronto Now

October 8, 2009 By Dan Lajeunesse Leave a Comment

If you’re in the market to buy a house or condo in Toronto now, you could be in the right place at the right time. Many Toronto residents  are listing their homes for sale right now.  And  order … [Read more...]

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Before Making an Offer on Any Toronto Real Estate Listings or Toronto MLS Listing, Do Your Own “Pre-Inspection” First

October 5, 2009 By Dan Lajeunesse Leave a Comment

As a Toronto real estate agent with over 10 years of experience, I’d like to share a little “insider’s secret” with you - it’s one of the same things I tell all my new clients to do before they … [Read more...]

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Questions to ask when looking at homes for sale in Toronto?

October 5, 2009 By Dan Lajeunesse Leave a Comment

Buying a house can be an intimidating and overwhelming experience. On the one hand, it’s exciting to think about owning your first home here in Toronto, and easy to picture family barbecues in the … [Read more...]

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Getting Pre-Approved

October 5, 2009 By Dan Lajeunesse Leave a Comment

Prior to the House hunting, it is essential to get pre-approved for these reasons: Knowing what you price range is. Nothing will hinder more than finding that perfect home, and realising that … [Read more...]

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Determining Your Offer Price For Toronto Real Estate Listings

October 5, 2009 By Dan Lajeunesse Leave a Comment

After weeks of looking at different houses for sale in Toronto with your Realtor®, you've finally found the house you want to buy... If you’re thinking of making an offer, don’t be too anxious … [Read more...]

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