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Staying Cool the Green Way

Posted on Mar 15, 2016

It’s cool to be green, and green can keep you cool – especially in hot weather.

Here are ten tips for maintaining a comfortable home without relying on the air conditioner this summer.


1. Heat rises so make sure your roof is well-ventilated. Consider installing a temperature controlled attic fan that switches on when the mercury rises.

2. Ensure prope...

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House Hunting

Posted on Mar 15, 2016

Top ten tips to make your house-hunting experience stress-free:


Courtesy of: www.royallepage.ca(click for official website)

1. Hire a real estate agent – Engage the services of a Royal LePage agent. As residential real estate experts, their wealth of experience, technical know-how and familiarity with the community will be invaluable, and is by far t...

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Elements of an Offer to Purchase

Posted on Apr 15, 2015

Putting it in writing for the seller

After much deliberation, you have finally selected the home of your dreams. What now? Do you knock on the seller’s door with a sack full of cash and demand the keys?

Not quite. Buying real estate isn’t like buying a pack of gum down at the variety store. There is a process to be followed, and the first step is to...

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Organizing Your Finances

Posted on Apr 14, 2015

How do I begin to plan my financing?


House hunting begins at home... with planning. Before you hit the streets with your favourite Royal LePage REALTOR®, you need to know what you can afford to make the most of your house hunting experience. Knowing your affordable price range will save you time and energy.

Here’s where a Mortgage Specialist can help...

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Royal LePage named nation’s 2015 Outstanding Corporate Citizen

Posted on Apr 14, 2015

A first for the real estate industry

TORONTO, APRIL 14 – Royal LePage Real Estate Services has been named the 2015 Outstanding Corporate Citizen by the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA). Royal LePage, Canada’s largest and oldest real estate firm, received this award for demonstrating sustained support for the local communities through its network...

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Types of Home Ownership

Posted on Aug 09, 2012

Freehold, condo or co-op?

Here’s a quick guide to help you determine your type

As you embark on your hunt for housing and begin perusing real estate listings,you will no doubt encounter a strange new lexicon. You’ll encounter words and acronyms like “chattel”, “estoppel” and “MLS”. And when it comes to types of home ownership, the words look a bit mo...

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