Winnipeg's Real Estate Blog

Condominiums Part 2: Fees, Funds, Bylaws and

Condos have been around for a couple of decades. I recall when they first came into being, some of the misconceptions around them. Its important to realize that if you are buying a condo, you are buying a part of the whole project. Also, the owner is regulated in what they can, or can not, do in and with their condo. Here are some of the major points to consider when condo-shopping.

Please be sure to visit my website at :  www.WinnipegHomeFinder.com

Condominiums Part 1: Styles and Features

Condominiums have been steadily gaining in popularity in the past few years in Winnipeg.  At least part of this is due to the fact that while buyers have a tough time finding a nice house under $150,000, condos are still available in this price range. Whether you are a first-time home buyer, or an 'empty-nester', there is a condo which will fit your needs.  Here is an overview of available styles and some of the features to look for.

Please visit my website at www.WinnipegHomeFinder.com

Listing Expired? What to do next?

As Winnipeg is going from a super-hot Sellers Market to a more balanced one, "Expired Listings" are more evident. Here are some of the reasons why a Listing might not have sold, and what you (the Seller) can do to avoid the problem from recurring.

For a detailed look at my marketing plan, click on www.WinnipegHomeFinder.com/selling.html

The Power of the Canadian M.L.S.

Home owners and buyers alike benefit from our MLS...our Multiple Listing Service. Here is what makes our system unique,....and very powerful.

To get a look at the MLS search system, click on www.realtor.ca

To get more info on this or other subject, and to see my personal listings, click on www.WinnipegHomeFinder.com

Closing Costs: Things a Buyer needs to know

When purchasing a home in Winnipeg, there are a number of costs and expenses for which a buyer needs to budget. Here are the main 'closing costs' involved when purchasing a house or condo.

As always, I invite your comments or feedback on this or any other subject.

For more info, be sure to visit my sebsite at www.WinnipegHomeFinder.com/buying.html

"Why List Your Home with a Realtor"....the video

4 minute video presentation explaining the differences between "Do-It-Yourself" and "Listing" your home with a Real Estate Agent. Home-owners have several options when it comes to selling their home. In hot markets, it sometimes seems that it's easy to sell your home on your own. In a more level market, the advantages of listing with a Realtor become very clear and pronounced......don't miss out on potential buyers by going it alone....list with a Realtor.

For more details, click on www.WinnipegHomeFinder.com/selling.html

Selling Privately vs. Listing with a Realtor

In a hot market, there are a number of ways you can sell your home: word of mouth, private sales company or thru a Realtor. In this episode we will take a look at these methods, and why listing with a Realtor remains the most popular method, no matter what type of market. This will be especially true in a slower, more level market as we are seeing now.

For more info, click on www.winnipeghomefinder.com/selling.html

Using a Realtor when Buying a Home

Looking to Buy a house or condo? Here are some common misconceptions among buyers, and reasons why you should be using your own Realtor when buying a home!

For more details, click on www.WinnipegHomeFinder.com/buying.html

As always, I invite your comments and suggestions.

Intro. to Winnipeg's Real Estate Podcast

Introductory Episode for Winnipeg's Real Estate Podcast. Future posts will feature information and tips for home buyers and sellers in our changing market

New Monthly E-Newsletter available FREE

Hello Faithful Readers:

 

I wish to announce something new for 2009.  A monthly newsletter, titled "Real Estate Update" is available to anyone who wants to read it.........no charge, no strings,...no kidding!

You can see the current version by clicking the link below, and of course there is a way to 'sign up' to have any new issues delivered to your inbox directly, as soon as they are released, which will be the 15th of each month.

 

"Wait a minute" you say......"I sign up and you'll sell my e-mail info to other companies".  Absolutely Not:  In fact, I'm paying extra to make sure that:

• your e-mail address is protected and never sold or given out to 3rd parties
• you WILL NOT be receiving spam or unsolicited ads thru me
• plus: signing up is totally optional.  If you prefer you can simply click on this link each month and see the latest version

 

Why am I doing this?   Quite simply for two reasons:

1. I LOVE what I do.  Real Estate is a passion. 
2. This is an excellent way to educate the home buyer and seller, and an educated customer makes for the best client.

 

What will you find in the newsletter?

    Each month there will be 7 or 8 articles aimed at the canadian home-buyer and seller.  In addition, I will have a monthly "Market Update Report" from the Winnipeg market.  Current interest rates will be displayed, along with a link to a Monthly Featured Listing.

 

For the current issue, go to:  www.realtytimes.com/c/bokauffmann

 

If you like it, let me know.  If you know of ways to improve it, I'm listening.....(or reading).

 

Enjoy.......and have a great and safe holiday season!