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So you want to buy a property on the water? Well, I mean there's nothing like vita on the lake (life on the lake) so i don't blame you. Waterfront properties can be found along Lake Ontario right in Toronto, with prestige properties in the Beaches on the East End of Toronto all the way to Etobicoke in commmuities like Long Branch and New Toronto. Certainly they come at a high price tag for this type of view, access and privacy.  You may also find a property on a natural... [read more]

Set Your Savings Goal Having a specific number to work toward will make saving easier. Think about the kind of home you’d like to own and neighbourhoods you’d like to live in, and do some research on prices. Engaging with a realtor at this point can help you get a good idea of what’s available and what the trends are in terms of prices. Once you have an idea of how much you want to spend on a home, you’ll need to decide how much of a down payment to aim for. The... [read more]

Buying with an Agent When you’ve decided to buy a home, you might debate on whether or not to hire a specific real estate agent to help you in your search. What an agent can do for you If you don’t know what a buying agent can do for you, here are some key benefits to keep in mind: Full-time support The best houses often sell in a matter of hours—sometimes before they even hit the Realtor.ca system. You might have a busy schedule, but a full-time agent is always... [read more]