Category Archives: First Time Home Buyers

Getting the best service from your Realtor

Posted on November 1, 2012 by mrgproperties

If you are planning to purchase a home, you will be faced with many decisions. What comes first buying the next home or selling your present home? What is your price range? What will be the location, size and style … Continue reading →

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What are the hidden costs in buying a home

Posted on November 2, 2011 by mrgproperties

When it comes to buying a home, it can be easy to focus on the down payment and overlook the other costs.  While it is impossible to foresee all the costs, the following are some of the common ones to … Continue reading →

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Bad Credit?

Posted on October 20, 2011 by mrgproperties

Most people believe that bad credit automatically cancels any ability to purchase a home. This is not the case. Bad credit merely means that you must take stock of your situation, and take steps to repair the damage you have … Continue reading →

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What is the value of using a Realtor?

Posted on May 26, 2011 by mrgproperties

There are many ways that a Realtor adds value to your transaction. The biggest reason to use a Realtor is for the knowledge they have on the local market. A Realtor works full time to stay informed and up to … Continue reading →

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How do legal fees compare?

Posted on May 14, 2011 by mrgproperties

When people are buying or selling, they will, in most cases, require legal services When shopping for a real estate lawyer or notary in British Columbia, it is helpful to know how the pricing structure works. Your quotes can vary … Continue reading →

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How do I know I am ready to buy my first home?

Posted on March 11, 2011 by mrgproperties

Being approved for a mortgage is not the only test for being ready to buy a home.  You also need to understand the financial commitment to a home of your own.  The following is a basic list of the obligations that home … Continue reading →

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