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By CMHC SCHL, on December 14th, 2011
CMHC is pleased to introduce two new tools designed to provide you with flexible and convenient ways to access comprehensive CMHC information anytime, anywhere.
The CMHC Mobile Kit for Mortgage Professionals
Whether you are in the office or on-the-go, the new CMHC Mobile KIT provides quick and convenient access to tools and resources relevant to today’s busy mortgage professional. [...]
By CMHC SCHL, on November 9th, 2011
CMHC Offers Range of Tips and Resources
Whether you are a first-time renter or a long-time tenant, there are many important decisions to make when evaluating potential rental accommodations. To help make these decisions easier, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) offers a number of resources, including worksheets and helpful hints, to help you make responsible [...]
By Marcus Assalone, on October 15th, 2011
There are six different minerals classified as asbestos. Chrysotile shown here is the most commonly used in building construction. Photo courtesy of Ryan Somma.
Asbestos is a naturally found mineral that has been with civilization for thousands of years. In ancient times they would weave the material into clothing because of its heat resisting quality. [...]
By Marcus Assalone, on October 5th, 2011
Ontario’s rapid growth in environmentally friendly energy generation projects, namely wind power, is coming under scrutiny by a number of people who own property near rural wind farms.
They maintain that the wind turbines are ruining their enjoyment of the countryside, scaring away wildlife and have become a source of noise, vibration and visual effects that [...]
By Marcus Assalone, on August 26th, 2011
Oldest National Real Estate Brand Honors Heritage and Celebrates the Ongoing Dream of Homeownership
Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC celebrates its 105th birthday, reflecting on the history of the brand and the changes to the real estate industry since the founding of the company on August 27, 1906 in San Francisco.
“As a brand, [...]
By Marcus Assalone, on August 18th, 2011
You have many options available when selling your home in Toronto, Canada.
First, I want to tell you that yes, the rumours are true, you do not need a realtor to sell your house in Ontario, or even Canada. You can sell it yourself – privately. This is known as private sale or for sale by [...]
By CMHC SCHL, on July 15th, 2011
CMHC Loan Insurance Helps First Nations Access Housing Financing Options
Having a safe, affordable place to call home is about more than four walls and a roof. A home is an important source of
To help create easier access to housing and better housing conditions on-reserve, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) offers three innovative loan [...]
By Marcus Assalone, on May 6th, 2011
Today I learned of a tale of emmense heart-break that I need to share with you so it never happens again to anyone.
An investor purchased a beautiful property in a great area in the GTA. Here are some of the pictures of the house, take a look, its a beautiful house, don’t you think?
2 car [...]
By Marcus Assalone, on April 14th, 2011
A property survey is a map of the property showing the specific location of the property line and any structures, (houses, sheds,
Photo Courtesy of Steve F
detached garages, driveways, pools fences, etc.) and easements, which are certain rights others have to access that part of the property. (An easement may exist so that utility [...]
By Marcus Assalone, on April 2nd, 2011
As our Canadian dollar increases in value and property values in the United States drop, the excitement of Canadians looking to purchase property in the United States increases. Canadian buyers know about properties through-out the United States that could be a great investment vehicle suitable for retirement as well as recreation. The value out there at the moment is tremendous, and we [...]
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