Buying a home 101

Are we ready to move?

Thinking of moving but not sure if you're ready? For the majority of families, the right time seldom seems clearcut, sometimes even when you're bursting at the seams!
Information Gathering

Where do you begin, and what are the first steps in the process? We offer some simple guidelines.

Buy or Sell First?

This is a question that all prospective buyers/sellers should understand.  There are many factors that come into play here, a keen understanding of the market and how you are positioned is essential.
Choosing a Home

Choosing the right house in the right location is key. Here we give you guidelines on ensuring that you choose a home that would provide you with quality of life and a sound real estate investment. These go hand in hand!

The Offer Process

Hopefully, if you are more familiar with how it works, you will feel more confident and less stressed! Here we walk you through the offer process, including general guidelines for offers in competition.

Pricing Factors

When comparing houses that have sold, these are some factors that your agent will consider and make appropriate adjustments for.

Seasons for Buying & Selling

Wouldn't it be helpful to know the seasonal ups and downs of the market? Of course it's not etched in stone, but as you will see be by the graph, there tend to be patterns to the market!

Home Inspections

Home inspections are an integral part of buying a home.  How they work, what to look for and what the common issues are, are available in this link.
Working with an Agent

Here we discuss the benefits of working with a diligent agent. We recommend you take a look at it, as it also offers important information for you to consider when you choose an agent to work with. 

Real Estate Relationships

For information on what legal relationships you enter into when working with a realtor and how they are designed to protect the client's interests....
Buyers Toolbox

Here you will find valuable information that will help you in your endeavours to find that perfect home for you and your family!

Are we ready to move? | Information gathering | Buy or Sell First? | How to get top dollar! | Power of accurate pricing | Setting the price | Setting the stage | Selling privately | Choosing an agent | Commissions | The diligent agent | On being an 'expiry' | Return on renovation

 

"Because our homes are so important to our daily quality of life and  because  a sound real estate investment is key to a family's financial future, to me, helping  people buy and sell homes is a very big responsibility. It would be a privilege to help you"   Carol Jones

Sutton Quantum Reality Inc. Sales Rep  

905 844 5000, 905 616 3399  carol.t.jones@gmail.com