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Evaluate Your Credit Unless you are part of the crowd with hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of cash sitting around, you willl need a loan, and a loan means good credit. You are entitled to a free credit report every 12 months from each of the three major credit repo orting agencies: TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax. Alll can be accessed at AnnualCreditReport.com. A good credit score (the 3-digit number that rates your creditworthiness) means better lending options, better interest rates, and a better chance for being approved for a morrtgage. Shoot for 620 or above.

If you ha av ve something lowerr, then work on getting your credit sc core higher before you pursue a home. Actions such as pay ying bills on time, lowering your debts, and keeping cards with a zero balance open will alll boost your credit score.

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Moonthlly Expenses Do you have stable employment? Is your paycheck dependable and steady?

Figure out what you can comfortablly afford monthly for a home mortgage before com mmitting to one. A generall rule of thumb is that your mortgage payment shou uldn’t exceed 28% of your monthlly income. For example, if you bring in $480 00 a month, your mortgage payment should be around $1340 or less. There is wigg gle room on this numberr,, but it’s a good baseline to follow so that you don’t

morrtgage calculatorr, like the one we found on QuickenLoans.com to help crunch the numbers.

Upffront Costs Mon ney, of course, is a must have when it comes to home buying. A downpay yment is an n important variable in this equation, but not as cruciall as you ma ay y think. Folks with hout bookoos of cash in hand for a down payment have loan options, such as the FHA loan which requires only 3% down. The downside to not saving up the stan ndard 20% of your home’s price is that you will end up paying PMI, or private morrtgage insurance, which tacks right on to your monthly expenses. There are also o other costs to consider when homebuying that sometimes get overlooked during the planning process, such as costs for the appraisal, home inspection, and closing fees.

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to yo our current life hot spots. Where is your job? Will this house grow with your family? Is it located in a good school district if you plan to have children or alrea ady ha av ve them? Consider the neighborhood and the sort of lifestyle habits that your neighbors have. This residence may be more permanent than your mos st recent rental, so your neighbors and the overalll atmosphere of the location matter. Typicallly, home buying is more of a permanent situation than renting beca because ause of the costs and time associated with the process. ocess

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the excitement of house hunting and have ended up with lemons. Go into the process levell headed and see through the home’s staging to the bones of the house. Never buy a house just for the view, but for the land itself. After all, if you don’t own the view, it could change rather quickly. Understand the life expectancy of major appliances and systems of the home to have a grasp on what to expect while you do your search. For example, the average lifespan of an asphalt roof is around 25 years. The expectancy of a hot water heater is between 8 to 12 years. A properly maintained HVAC unit can live for around 15 years. These willl all be things that come straight out of your own pocket when the time comes for repair, so the younger the systems, the better.

This guide is a great jumping off point as you begin the exciting season of

and you are sure to have a great experience.

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51 . TOP MARKETING TIPS FROM TOP4. MARKET AGENTS GOOD PHOTOGRAPHY YOUR HOME

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To your be sure your ison sold quickly andasfor the best price, ask agent these questions before listing your crowded space, and and your home should be home on asbe many sites as possible. crowded space, home should as many sites possible. ing in a home and keeping it ready to show is a challenge, butshow it will is paya challenge, but it wi ing in a home and keeping it ready to Make sure your agent also takes advantage of targeted print when adverhome with them: off when buyers find your home more attractive than others they may Make sure your agent also takes advantage of targeted print when adveroff when buyers find your home more attractive than others they tising your home. More on this later... be considering. tising your home. More on this later... be considering.

How will you market my home to local buyers?

What types of media will you use to advertise my home?

Real estate remains hyper local. In 2016, the National Association of

the web. Stats say that 65 million shop for homes in the U.S. every month.

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MARKETING PLAN

a Today, buyer we starts signing a contract.

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Yourlocal home should have a marketing plan that includes mobile tools as a phone right away.

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While many potential buyers will be local, depending on your home and surrounding area, out-of-market buyers could also prove to be a valuable audience. While ensuing that your home is listed on one of the many MLS services online is a great start, it doesn’t constitute an aggressive marketing program for your home.

simply, don’t wait  Put around for homebuyers

To get the best results, successful agents must use outbound, direct marketing and other avenues to reach buyers in other areas.

to find you. Get out there and find them through advertising—both online and offline.

How will you market my home to other local top agents?

Holding open houses is always a good investment. Both agents and local home shoppers can actually see the unique character of your home versus just looking at online photos. It engages other local agents, which can also bring you a buyer more quickly. Additionally, professional quality printed materials like flyers and postcards keep your home in front of them long after they walk out the door.

between your expectations as a seller and the price for which your home will realistically sell.

If an agent overprices your home, it may ultimately sell for less than it would have if priced correctly from the beginning. It could also create conflict with the bank’s appraisal when the buyer tries to secure a mortgage.

Ask to see a comparison of list price, sold price, and number of days on market for your agent’s ten most recent transactions. Homes that sit on the market too long and go through multiple price reductions are typically overpriced.

Calculate the commission you pay to get your home sold and we think you will agree that you have the right to expect a very aggressive campaign.

The best agents in your town will meet or exceed the expectations that we’ve laid out here and you deserve to work with only the best.

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By Talaia Whisenant

Modern kitchen islands are exceptionally versatile and useful additions to your home! They are also incredibly popular and top the kitchen renovation list for most homeowners. Yet, designing the perfect kitchen island takes both careful planning and proper execution. While this addition can transform your kitchen into an absolute dream, a poorly constructed kitchen island can create a whole new set of problems. Whether you are remodeling your kitchen or looking to add a brand new kitchen island, these design tips should steer you in the direction towards form and function!

Divine Proportions?

While you figure out which appliances and features are right for your kitchen island, it is also important that you work within the existing space constraints.

Many tend to believe that lavishly large kitchens are blessed because of the available space they offer. While that

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is often true, huge kitchens also create some unique design challenges. Your island must always be proportional to the size of your kitchen. If it is too big, then you will inevitably feel closed in, and a diminutive island is both ungainly and a waste of precious space.

The Right Aisle Space

Demarcate the space in your kitchen that you wish to utilize for the island and check out how close it is to your counters. Most homeowners tend to forget about leaving enough aisle space, as they are too focused on the kitchen island itself. If you have a small kitchen, then experts suggest that a minimum of 36 inches is an absolute must, while 42 inches between the counters would be ideal. Having too much space between the counter and the island is not ideal either, as you would be wasting too much time and effort scurrying between the two!

Innovative Shapes & Designs Remember all those times when were told to think outside of the in order to find a solution to your sign conundrum? This is another

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of these moments. The image of a square kitchen island is so popular that many of us automatically gravitate toward this textbook idea. However, there are plenty of other designs and styles available, such as an L-shaped or T-shaped addition, a lovely circular installation, or a cool elliptical island inspired by the surfboard; the possibilities are simply endless! Let your kitchen dictate the shape and size of the island and do not fall prey to the stereotypical conventions.

Storage and Cabinets

Storage units and smart cabinets are an essential part of the modern kitchen island. They allow you to tuck away the mess, organize your kitchen in a better fashion, and make sure that everything you need is handy. If you desire a well-organized space, there are quite a few alluring options, and once again, the choice of shelving units and cabinets should be determined by the specific needs of your kitchen. Small kitchens with limited shelving will benefit from extra-deep drawers and large fold-away inserts that will provide you with ample storage.

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Sales Representative

BODENDISTLE

THOMSON

165 Main St. S. Mount Forest, ON N0G 2L0

Bus (519) 323-4145 1-877-666-5436

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