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What’s trending: Power of Sale properties are popping up.
Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes
on 22 August 2024
Every sector in the Canadian economy has been impacted by the rise in interest rates, but few quite as drastically as the real estate market.The dramatic rise in the prime interest rate is having a devastating impact on household budgets, and as a result we are seeing more and more power of sales...
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Red flags that can arise in your title search
Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes
on 21 February 2024
In a real estate lawyer’s perfect world, sellers would have a title search done for their property before the listing goes live. But life isn’t perfect, and this isn’t usually the case. A title search is usually conducted just before the close of the property.Simply put, “title” refers ...
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My financing fell through two weeks until closing. What are my options?
Posted by McMurter & Associates
on 10 May 2023
You’re buying a home and the excitement, mixed with some nerves, starts to creep in a few weeks before closing. Even if this isn’t your first home, there are always issues that may arise in your real estate deal. The best course of action is to be aware of potential problems and have a plan i...
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The changing real estate market in Durham Region
Posted by McMurter & Associates
on 10 January 2023
Over the past few months, there has been a significant correction in housing prices in Durham Region. Prices have been changing from month-to-month, and even from week-to-week.As a buyer, what does this mean to you?If you are a buyer in this market, it’s possible that there will be a discrepanc...
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