Being appointed an executor of a deceased person will come with a significant amount of responsibility and expectations. Among the many responsibilities of executors is selling the deceased person’s house and distributing the proceeds fairly and accordingly. Unfortunately, selling a house in such circumstances isn’t as simple as listing the house for sale. Several issues … Continued
When you decide to put your house on the market, you want to finalize the sale as quickly as possible and still make the most out of it. However, this isn’t always the case since selling a home is often incredibly stressful and even more nerve-wracking, especially if you’re under time pressure. In most cases, … Continued
Selling your home or investment property is a bittersweet and challenging experience. Finding a buyer at your preferred price requires more than placing the “for sale” sign outside the house. First-time homeowners should learn the various intrigues involved in selling a house. There’s a lot that goes on from the time you’ve decided to sell … Continued
Homeowners in the U.S. live in the same house for 13 years on average before listing it for sale. While these figures are general, the average homeownership for those in metro areas is between six and 18 years. Buying a home is beneficial for many reasons. While it is costly upfront, the pride of owning … Continued
While a home buyer makes a considerable investment when purchasing a house, the seller’s part in the transaction does not come without some cost. Regardless of the sale price of their property, a seller will not pocket the full amount due to certain expenses, or closing costs paid at the end of the transaction. These … Continued
Selling a house can be a stressful experience. For many people, the endless stream of viewings, and the need to accommodate prospective buyers at various times while keeping their homes in pristine condition can be too much. There may also be some urgency to sell the property, as it could mean straddling mortgage payments on … Continued
It is painfully expensive to buy a house in most places, but Toronto is one of the priciest in the world. Recently, the market has seen a marked decline in interest, with fewer sales reported in July than last year. Industry experts from across the country had predicted that the market would cool off this … Continued
Homeowners tend to focus more on the expense of buying a new house than they are on the underlying costs of selling. The owners of a property need to be aware of both the commission costs as well as the tax costs when selling it. Are you familiar with all of the details of real … Continued
A housing market is the collection of all buyers and sellers in a given area, where the buyers are looking to purchase property, and the sellers are looking to sell. Understanding how a housing market works before you buy or sell a home is essential, as it can significantly impact the price you pay or … Continued
If you’re looking to sell your house fast for cash, there are many companies that have the capital to make a quick purchase, and are often willing to close the deal within a few days. In addition, they usually don’t require any repairs or renovations, saving you both time and money. If you’re interested in … Continued
Selling your home is one of the largest financial transactions you’ll ever make. The process is also expensive, as there are many upfront costs associated with selling a house. As such, you may end up incurring up to 16% of your home sale in fees. You’re less likely to go home with the total amount … Continued
Most homeowners purchase their homes with a 30-year-fixed rate mortgage. However, on average, many only live there for about eight to 13 years. Once they decide to move, they sell their homes even when they owe money on a mortgage. This is a common practice in the real estate sector. When selling your home with … Continued
If you want to avoid the hassle and cost of dealing with a real estate agent when putting your house on the market, you can consider selling it privately. However, this involves a great deal of paperwork. If you’re familiar with the details of the house-selling process in Ontario, handling your property yourself can work … Continued
If you reside in the province of Ontario and are looking to sell your home, timing is of the utmost importance to secure a good sale. When you know the right time to put your house on the market, you can turn a lot of things in your favor, such as making a good profit … Continued
It’s a seller’s market in Hamilton, Ontario, which means many property owners might be weighing up their options and seeing whether now is the perfect time to sell their properties and move to greener pastures. However, it can be a significant decision, meaning thorough research and thought are needed before deciding. Take the time to … Continued
