From The London Ontario Lender's Point of View

February 28, 2012, 12:00 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

It's a hard fact but although lenders may be friendly, they are not your friend. This doesn't make them bad; it just means that they - like you - are engaging in business, not social relations. Though they will often decide in your favor on a borderline case if you have a long-term working relationship, this is not charity, but an intelligent business judgment. They have good reason to believe you will be able to repay the loan at a profit to them.That last sentence is key to understanding...

Getting Ready to Purchase a Home in London Ontario

February 13, 2012, 5:24 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

Financial Preparation For Home Purchases in London Ontario     Before they approve you for a home mortgage, lenders want to be sure that you will be able to repay it. They will take a detailed look at your financial situation to determine this. There are several things you can do to improve your chances of getting approved for a home mortgage. Not only will these actions help your approval they will also prepare you for managing your home mortgage payments once you obtain the...

Real Estate Investing Expert Kathy Mendham-Meathrel's Guide to Investing in London Ontario Real Estate

January 31, 2012, 4:59 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

Real Estate Investing Expert Kathy Mendham-Meathrel's Guide to Investing in London Ontario Real EstateInvesting in London Ontario can be a very profitable business for the wise investor. Unfortunately, you can also lose a lot of money in London Ontario real estate if you don't know what you're doing. In this article, I'll go over several tips to help you ensure a profitable investing career in the London Ontario real estate market.Pick a SpecialtyWhen you're going in to real estate investing,...

London Ontario Real Estate Professional and Investor Discusses Important Facts to Know About Financing London Ontario Investment Property .

November 9, 2011, 12:13 pm, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

Obtain the best loan for an investment property in London Ontario.  It doesn't matter if your getting a loan for a rental property or another type of property in London Ontario that you are going to keep or one you fix up and flip for a profit. Read this series to learn more about how to start your investment financing journey.SPECIAL REPORT FOLLOWS:Kathy Mendham-Meathrel DiscussesHow to Finance Your Investment Property in London Ontario.Searching for investment opportunities in London...

Things To Do After Closing: A Checklist From Real Estate Expert Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

November 7, 2011, 7:38 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

Things To Do After Closing: A Checklist From Top Real Estate Expert Kathy Mendham-Meathrel  When you walk out of the closing as a new London Ontario homeowner, a flood of emotions is running through you. Your main concern is making sure that you do everything to protect your new investment. So how do you do that?   The first thing you will want to consider is changing the door locks. Even if it is a new home you won't have any idea who may have a key. It is best to make...

Advice About Pre-Qualifying for a Loan from London Ontario Real Estate Agent Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

November 7, 2011, 7:35 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

Advice About Pre-Qualifying for a Loan from London Ontario Real Estate Agent Kathy Mendham-Meathrel   Buying a home in London Ontario is an exciting experience.  Since it is a major investment you have to be sure that you are ready financially for the added responsibility.  But before you start looking at London Ontario homes you have to get a lender to qualify you for a purchase price.   If you have either been a homeowner, or have never bought a home before you can't...

Real Estate Agent Kathy Mendham-Meathrel Explains Why Buyers Need Representation in the London Ontario Real Estate Transaction

November 3, 2011, 5:20 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

Real Estate Agent Kathy Mendham-Meathrel Explains Why Buyers Need Representation in the London Ontario Real Estate Transaction   One of the most common questions that London Ontario home buyers ask is why do they need a real estate professional to help them buy a home? It might seem like it would be a lot easier to just go out on your own, drive around London Ontario and find the house that you're interested in. Many buyers do this and just call the listing agent directly to proceed...

Real Estate Agent Kathy Mendham-Meathrel Addresses Concerns About Whether There are Good Deals to Be Had in London Ontario for Real Estate Investors

November 1, 2011, 6:09 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

Real Estate Agent Kathy Mendham-Meathrel Addresses Concerns About Whether There are Good Deals to Be Had in London Ontario for Real Estate Investors   Over the last several years the idea of investing in the London Ontario real estate market has garnered a lot of interest from buyers all over the country. Although recently we've had some hiccups in the real estate market and economy, now more than ever buyers are seeing the huge opportunity available to them to create wealth through...

Five Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a Buyer's Agent in London Ontario

October 31, 2011, 9:32 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

A buyerís agent is a real estate agent thatís representing the buyer rather than the seller. Hiring a buyerís agent can be tricky, especially when there are so many real estate agents in London Ontario. What are some questions you can ask to make sure you make the best choice? In this article, Iíll show you five of the most important questions you should ask when hiring a buyerís agent.Question #1 ñ Whatís the Most Youíve Negotiated...

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

October 24, 2011, 8:29 am, by Kathy Mendham-Meathrel

It seems that no matter where you look in the real estate investment game in London Ontario 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...