What Your Real Estate Agent Won’t Tell You – Part I

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What Your Real Estate Agent Won't Tell You - Part I

Buying a house -  The realistic approach

This article is not about the secrets of buying a rental property for no money down and half the price of the market value of the house. I am not Tom Vu or Don Lapre and I am not in jail.

In Canada, the no money down home did use to exist, but not anymore. Some banks and/or lenders were willing to lend you the 5% down payment so that you don’t have to pay a dime out Continue Reading

For Agents And Brokers: Simple Guide To Selling Your Commercial Real Estate

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For Agents And Brokers: Simple Guide To Selling Your Commercial Real Estate

If you are just starting out as a real estate agent, it can be difficult to get started selling commercial real estate. However, commercial real estate is the big money maker in the real estate business. Since commercial real estate has become quite popular since it is such a money maker, it can be difficult and expensive to get started in this type of real estate. There are, however, a variety of ways that you can get started Continue Reading

Alphabet Soup? Nope, Those are Real Estate Agent Designations!

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Alphabet Soup? Nope, Those are Real Estate Agent Designations!

What do the letters behind a real estate agent’s name stand for? Real estate agents, like doctors, lawyers, and other professionals can ear designations, certifications, and other credentials. These are usually shown by putting a series of initials after the agent’s name. The most common designations and certifications are: Broker, REALTOR, e-Pro, CHMS, GRI, ABR, and CRS.

What does an agent have Continue Reading

Myths About Real Estate Agents

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Myths About Real Estate Agents

There are some myths about real estate agents, many of which are not so flattering. But when it comes down to it, real estate agents are not too out there, and there is a logical explanation to each misconception. Let’s straighten out a couple myths and facts.

Myth #1: They have big hair.

Fact: Though occasionally real estate agents do have big hair, most are regular people who get up in the Continue Reading

7 Reasons to Use a Real Estate Agent

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7 Reasons to Use a Real Estate Agent

Some people choose to use a real estate agent and some people choose to go it alone. One thing I have noticed over the years is that a number of seasoned investors looking in a new city will seek out a good agent while novice investors will frequently go it alone. I have even had a number of successful real estate agents seek out my help when they are moving to our city. Why do some of these seasoned investors choose to work Continue Reading