Canadian
Mansions for Sale
Buying a house can be an exciting and
life changing experience. Finding the perfect place to raise a family, be part
of a community, entertain friends or design to your individual taste, can
fulfill many dreams. When looking at Canadian mansions for sale, there are many
things to consider. A good real estate agent, who understands your goals and
knows how to achieve them, can be worth their weight in gold. Purchasing a home
is one of the biggest financial and personal decisions you can make so it’s
important to have the right person at your side to guide you through it.
Location,Location, Location
We’ve all heard it before, where you
buy really does make all the difference. Deciding where to settle down can
depend on many factors such as jobs, lifestyle, friends and family. Canada is a
great place to live, offering a myriad of opportunities. The Greater Toronto
Area is an exciting, multicultural, mosaic of wonderful neighbourhoods. However,
houses in the downtown core are often small, with tiny back yards and surrounded
by congested traffic. To get more value for money spent, buyers are looking to
growing communities such as Brampton, Mississauga or Vaughan. These
neighbourhoods offer luxurious homes and properties that are spacious, yet
still surprisingly affordable.
What
to Look for in a REALTOR®
We’ve all heard horror stories about REALTORS®who haven’t had their clients’ best interests at heart. Whether it’s an agent
who was representing two clients bidding on the same house, or one who was attempting
to buy a house at the same time as their client, there are many tales of deals
gone wrong. That’s why it’s important to do some research before selecting a REALTOR®.
Here’s what to look for:
- A REALTOR®who has repeat business, with strong testimonials on their website.
- A REALTOR®with strong connections to the community you want to live in.
- A REALTOR®who has experience, sales awards, and strong knowledge of the business.
- A REALTOR®who is approachable, answers all your questions and is available when you need
them.
Also look for real estate brokerages
that are licensed members of reputable industry associations such as The Ontario Real Estate Association,The Real Estate
Council of Ontario or more local organizations such as
the Brampton Real Estate
Board. These associations encourage
integrity and professionalism within the industry and also offer a good source
of information for consumers such as a buyer’s
checklist that offers advice about budgeting and
agreements.
Don’t strictly consider bigger firms,
but consider the smaller boutique firms that have deep roots in their
communities. The Brampton-based, family-run brokerage JN Asensio Realtyhas been getting rave reviews for their personalized, client-focused service.
In today’s hot real estate market, it’s
important to know your budget and expected costs before looking for that
perfect home. Legal fees, the Land
Transfer Tax and home inspection costs should all
be spelled out by a potential REALTOR®.
There have also been recent changes to Canada’s
down payment requirements that should be taken into
consideration.
There are some spectacular Canadian
mansions for sale. It’s an exciting time to purchase a new home. Be sure you
have the right REALTOR® to guide you through
the process, helping make your dreams a reality.