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Category: Buying
Your Nanaimo Selling Roadmap: From Listing to SOLD
Selling a home can feel like a complex process with many moving parts. But with the right knowledge and a professional team by your side, it becomes a smooth, predictable journey. This roadmap is designed to demystify the process, outlining the key phases and what you can expect as we move from listing your Nanaimo home to handing over the keys.
Seller’s or Balanced? What Nanaimo’s Key Real Estate Metrics Mean for Your Home
Headlines often talk about “hot” or “slow” markets, but what do those terms actually mean for you as a seller? Understanding the key metrics is crucial for success.
Subsidized Rental Housing Development Advances Near Downtown Nanaimo
Ballenas Housing Society, will introduce 116 much-needed rental units, with a substantial majority being subsidized to ensure affordability.
Preparing to Buy a Home During Wildfires
This guide will provide essential steps on how to prepare for home buying in Nanaimo when wildfires are a factor in the region.
HUGE First-Time Home Buyers GST Exemption
Hey Nanaimo! If you’ve been scrolling through listings, dreaming of that perfect first home by the ocean or tucked away in a quiet neighbourhood, you’re in for some fantastic news. The federal government just dropped a major game-changer that could make Nanaimo homeownership a much more attainable reality for many of you: a brand-new GST […]
First-Time Home Buyers Guide
Steps First Time Home Buyers MUST Make in their Your Path to Homeownership Welcome to the exciting journey of homeownership! At DG & Associates, we’re here to guide first-time home buyers through every step of buying your first home. Whether you’re in your 20s or approaching retirement, our comprehensive guide will help you navigate the […]
Real Estate Terminology Explained
One of the most complex transactions most consumers will ever complete is buying a home. Therefore it is very important to understand what you are getting into. The following is a list of some common real-estate terminology and their definitions to help you on your way…
Joy of Downsizing
Downsizing a home can seem very overwhelming but there also can be a certain joy in scaling back and decluttering one’s life. Going through the process can actually be very satisfying. Think of it as a walk through history, a wonderful opportunity to be generous and a chance to discover less is more! The joy of downsizing can be a very rewarding new chapter in your life to do the things you really want to do without the commitment a house and yard can bring.
6 Things to Consider When Downsizing
The kids have moved out and retirement may be on the horizon, so the idea of simplifying your life and minimizing your living space is only natural. Things like lower maintenance costs, less space to keep clean and financial freedom may have their advantages, but be sure to thoroughly examine what downsizing might look like before deciding if it’s the right decision for you.
Real Estate “Titles” Explained
When lawyers and other real estate professionals talk about “title,” they are referring to who has legal ownership and the right to use a piece of property. Although the idea of legal title can be applied to anything, people most often use it in reference to real estate and automobiles, because those are substantial purchases which can have complicated ownership arrangements.
Top FOUR Reasons You Should Hire a REALTOR®:
A professional REALTOR® can assist you through your entire buying experience, creating a good experience. This is a core value of dg|associates and we understand that when you are buying your home, you will be professionally guided through the entire process.
