Sell Now? Should I Sell my Real Estate in London Ontario?

April 24, 2012, 3:55 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

It seems that no matter where you look in the real estate investment game someone is saying it’s time to sell. The bubble is going to burst! The market is falling! With these doomsayers hitting every major magazine and newspaper across the country, what’s an investor supposed to think? Well, it depends on why you own your investment property in the first place. Those who bought a house with the intent to own it for quite a while have little to fear. The housing market is similar to...

Richfield Minnesota Real Estate Agent Steve Schneeberger Discusses Life in MN

November 17, 2011, 6:23 am, by Steve Schneeberger

Beyond the mere beauty of the lakeshore, Seasons in Richfield Minnesota rests on a beautiful way of life. The residents and guests of Seasons are privileged to enjoy a private resort-style club tucked magnificently beside the lake, framing inspiring panoramas and offering an array of amenities to enhance the experience of all-season living in Richfield Minnesota. Because at Seasons, living is on the lake, steps from town and delivered with the moon and the stars.On nine acres of lakeshore, a...

Top 3 Mistakes London Ontario Investors Make when Buying Foreclosures, by Investing Expert Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

November 7, 2011, 7:36 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

Foreclosures have the reputation of being very profitable investments for real estate investors. While that can be true, they can also be very dangerous investments where you can lose a lot of money. In this article, weíll go 3 of the most common pitfalls London Ontario investors make, so you can avoid these mistakes if you decide to invest in foreclosures.Pitfall #1 All Foreclosures are Good DealsThis simply isnít true. Foreclosures are often in terrible condition. For that...

What You Can do to Help Your London Ontario Home Inspector -How it Will Help You Immensely

October 20, 2011, 5:32 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

So you have decided to get a London Ontario home inspector check your home. That’s a smart choice. And, of course, you want to get the most out of this hired professional’s services. But, wait. Before going out there and scrutinizing your London Ontario home inspector’s work, maybe you should start with yourself first? What is your role in all this? What do you have to do to make your London Ontario home inspector’s work easier and therefore make your investment even more

How Can Your London Ontario Home Inspector Help You

October 14, 2011, 10:27 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

It is always the case that your home is the most important and most expensive purchase you will ever make. However, unlike the other purchases that buyers make with a guarantee attached to it, your home often comes WITHOUT a money-back guarantee or even a return policy. This is true even if you are not satisfied with your purchase. So once you buy a home, you are on your own in its maintenance, repair, problems, and bills payment. And THIS is the reason why you have to know as much about your...

Finding a Home in London Ontario using the Internet

August 4, 2011, 12:00 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

  If you are searching for a home in London Ontario there are many ways that you can get started. The more that you know about this process the better off you will actually be when it comes to finding your dream home. This is not to say that you are guaranteed of anything, but at the very least you should be able to get some ideas as to what is available in London Ontario. When searching for a home you will most definitely want to use the Internet to your advantage. Many years ago this may

Making Sure your London Ontario Home Inspector is Doing his Job to the Fullest

July 24, 2011, 12:00 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

Dig Through the TrashIn a typical home inspection, septic systems are not usually included. However, you should note that the system is a major cost component of a home and should therefore be inspected prior to purchase. These inspections are made not just to ensure that you are making a good purchase on your home, but for the protection of the environment. All Them BugsGetting a termite inspection is essential if you are buying a single or multi-family home, a townhouse, or a lower level...

Tips for Crafting the Best Purchase Offer for London Ontario Property, by London Ontario Real Estate Expert Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

June 5, 2011, 12:00 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

Once youíve found piece of London Ontario real estate that you like, the next step is the purchase offer. Buyers are oftentimes intimidated by what seems to be a complicated legal document. In reality, the purchase offer is much simpler once itís explained and properly understood. In this article, weíll give a brief overview of the purchase offer process, including the most important clauses to include in your purchase offer.The purchase offer is a binding legal document...

Certified Home Inspector in London Ontario.

May 23, 2011, 12:00 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

So you’re planning to buy a home and you’ve found just the perfect house in London Ontario. Now, you’re real estate agent tells you that you need to hire a certified home inspector, and you go “huh?” So what is home inspection anyway? And what does a certified home inspector in London Ontario do?Examining Your HouseBefore buying a new home in London Ontario, a home inspection is needed because sometimes a house may look all right visually only to find out later,...

What Area of Ontario Should You Buy In?

May 14, 2011, 12:00 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

What Area of Ontario Should You Buy In?   Buying a London Ontario home is a serious matter, so you want to make sure that you purchase the right MLS real estate in London Ontario in the right location. But exactly where is the right location? By using a few tools you can easily decide that.   First, you have to determine how far out you are willing to commute. Start at your job's location and circle outward the maximum distance that you are comfortable commuting. If you live in a...