It seems like an odd question- but the majority of people who have title insurance are likely not aware that they have a homeowner’s title insurance policy, while many who have a lender title insured mortgage transaction believe that they are an insured title insurance policyholder. What a conundrum! Why is this the case, you […]
Archives for December 2014
How to tell fact from fiction: Real Estate Council of Ontario survey finds many home buyers and sellers have more to learn about the real estate process
The Real Estate Council of Ontario kicks off Financial Literacy Month by encouraging Ontarians to do their homework, ask the right questions and work with a registered real estate professional when buying or selling a home. November 5, 2014 (Toronto, ON) – A new survey by the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) reveals 41 […]
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Home’s closing date can change in estate sale
Making interested buyers wait may deter juicy offers
Hold‐back strategies can fuel bidding wars but also work against the home seller  Home sellers who want to use a hold‐back strategy for offers must request it in writing. I’ve heard that sellers sometimes try to generate interest by holding back offers until a certain date. But what if a really strong offer comes […]