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Georgian Bluffs Real Estate

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Buying a home is one of the largest financial transactions you will make in your life, so there are many important questions to consider when purchasing a home. As a CENTURY 21® REALTOR® I will go beyond the transaction and I will be there with you every step of the way.

Supporting you every step of the way

How I Can Help You Buy a Home

Whether it’s your first home or if you’re an experienced buyer, purchasing a home is a complex process. By working with me, you’ll find a home in the neighborhood where you want to live, one that fits your budget and meets your goals for features, quality and value. Once you’ve found the home that’s right for you, I will guide you through the process of making an offer; negotiating the terms of the sale; getting your potential purchase inspected, repaired and appraised; and closing the sale.

When you work with me, you will:

  • find the home that meets all your criteria
  • lessen the amount of time it will take to find your home
  • understand all the terms, processes and documents used when buying your home
  • have up-to-date market information that will allow you to make informed decisions
  • have a professional Realtor working on your behalf, one who is committed to looking after your best interests
  • enjoy peace of mind, knowing that all the details of your purchase are being taken care of by a knowledgeable professional
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HOME BUYER'S GLOSSARY

AMORTIZATION PERIOD

The number of years it takes to repay the entire amount of the financing based on a set of fixed payments.

APPRASIAL

The process of determining the market value of a property.

CLOSED MortgageS

A mortgage that can not be prepaid or negotiated for a set period of time without penalties.

Closing date

The date on which the new owner takes possession of the property and the sale becomes final.

Collateral

An asset, such as term deposit, Canada Savings Bond, or automobile, that you offer as security for a loan.

Deposit

A sum of money deposited in trust by the purchaser on making an offer to purchase. When the offer is accepted by the vendor (Seller), the deposit is held in trust by the listing real estate broker, lawyer, or notary, until the closing date of sale, at which point it is given to the vendor.

Equity

The difference between the market value of the property and any outstanding mortgages registered against the property. This difference belongs to the owner of that property.

MORTGAGE

A mortgage is a loan that uses a piece of real estate as a security. Once the loan is paid-off, the lender provides a discharge for that mortgage.

Term

The period of time the financing agreement covers. The terms available are; 6 month, 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,10 year terms, and the interest rate will be fixed for whatever term one chooses.