First Time Buyer

RRSP Home Buyers’ Plan

One great source of funding for your mortgage down payment is a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). The Canadian government’s Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP) allows first time home buyers to borrow up to $35,000 from...
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First-Time Home Buyers’ Tax Credit

The First-time Home Buyers’ Tax Credit was introduced as part of ‘Canada’s Economic Action Plan’ to assist Canadians in purchasing their first home. It is designed to help recover closing costs such as legal expenses, inspections,...
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Your Home Search
July 9, 2020

Your Home Search

I love helping buyers find their dream home.  That’s why I work with each client individually, taking the time to understand their unique lifestyles, needs and wishes.  This is about more than a certain number...
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Buyer Representation (vs. Customer Service)

Very few people are aware of the differences between Buyer Representation and Buyer Customer Service.  As your Representative I can: Protect You Keep information confidential Educate you on property values Notify you first on newly...
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Federal First-Time Home Buyer Incentive

Purchase Price                                  $400,000 Downpayment – 5%                       $20,000 3% – 25yr amortization                  $1,798.33 (PI) Federal Incentive – 5%                  $20,000 Reduces Monthly Mortgage        $1,703.68 (PI) Annual Savings                                 $1,135.75 ($28,393.75 over 25yrs) The incentive...
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Making an Offer
July 9, 2020

Making an Offer

Once you have found the property you want, I will write a purchase agreement.  While much of the agreement is standard, there are a few areas that we can negotiate: The Price What you offer...
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Frequently Asked Questions

How will I tell you about the newest homes available? The Multiple Listing Service Website provides up-to-date information for every home on the market.  I constantly check the New on Market list so I can...
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