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Friday, March 23, 2012
Monday, March 19, 2012
Beautiful Weather
Wow, I guess it’s time to start writing my “spring” newsletter! I usually wait until the middle of April, but with this weather.....
It’s just amazing....not only has the weather prompted an early return to birds chirping, grass greening, and everything spring has to offer, it has also prompted an early market in real estate! The sold signs are going up and the inventory is running thin! Call me today to get your house value before the flood of listings.
Call Jason Steele 519-377-2147 on my cell!
P.S. - Please remember not to keep me a SECRET! Don't forget to mention Jason Steele to your friends or family that have expressed interest in buying or selling a home anywhere in Ontario! Follow my BLOG for real estate information.
Jason Steele
Broker Scan here
Coldwell Banker, The Property Shoppe Real Estate, Brokerage
(independently owned and operated)
519-377-2147 cell
519-389-4444 office
Not intended to solicit persons/properties currently under contract with any other representative or brokerage.
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012
SAUGEEN SHORES HOUSE LISTINGS
LISTING ALERT!
The Saugeen Shores area is currently experiencing a shortage of good listings for residential and some commercial. If you know anyone that has spoken of the potential of wanting the move up or downsize, now is the time. Even if they don’t want the hassle of listing, organizing, showings etc, I have buyers waiting and can possibly get them a sale before even listing. PLEASE HAVE THEM CALL JASON STEELE ASAP....YOU KNOW THEY WILL BE IN GOOD HANDS. I SPEND THE TIME LISTENING, CARING AND DEFINITELY GOING THE EXTRA MILE (OR TWO!).
I am always “thankful” for your support and referrals. Without customers and friends like you, my business would not have grown to where it is today. For that, again, I thank you.
Typical properties in need by my buyers are :
1) 4-5 bedrooms under 250,000
2) Westside Port Elgin cottage under 200,000 (with little work needed)
3) Waterfront cottage under $500,000 in the area of Gobles Grove or south of Port Elgin
Typical properties in need for regular MLS listings are:
1) 2 or more bedroom single family homes under $225,000(not condo)...there are currently only 6 listed.
2) Single family homes $226,000 - $275,000 ...there are only 16 listed and only 5 are detached homes (semi’s and cottage are the rest)
3) Single family homes $276,000 - $400,000...currently 23 listed and a high percentage of those are brand new Barry’s construction homes.
COMMERCIAL:
Storefront on Goderich Street, and Commercial/industrial with highway exposure.
P.S. - Please remember not to keep me a SECRET! Don't forget to mention Jason Steele to your friends or family that have expressed interest in buying or selling a home anywhere in Ontario!
Follow my BLOG for real estate information.
Jason Steele
Broker Scan here
Coldwell Banker, The Property Shoppe Real Estate, Brokerage
(independently owned and operated)
519-377-2147 cell
519-389-4444 office
Not intended to solicit persons/properties currently under contract with any other representative or brokerage.
This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Please notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. If you are not the intended recipient you are notified that disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited.
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012
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Tuesday, March 6, 2012
DID YOU KNOW.....
For example at the earliest convenience, we must give you a form called "Working with a REALTOR®" and/or explain the different agency relationships.
There are differences in the level of service, and relationships one can have with a real estate representative.
Customer Service for example allows the representative to work with you treating you fairly, with honesty and due dillegence. In customer service, the representative does not have to show you each and every property that is available; and sometimes, if they have the listing that you want to purchase, they are working for the seller and not the buyer under this type of agency.
Client Service - this is the utmost level of service that a representative can offer. It is contracted by way of a Buyer Representation Agreement. Under this agreement the real estate representative and the Brokerage for which they represent owe you full fiduciary duties within the law. For example, if you tell me that you would like a 4 bedroom home under 250,000 then I have to give you the opportunity to see every home that meets that criteria, even if it is a private sale. This also means that every staff member at the brokerage owes you that same professional duty.
Multiple Representation - this is the agency relationship where the Buyer and the Seller are both represented by the Brokerage. It falls under the same sort of representation as Client Services except for a few points. 1) we can't discuss money with either party; this includes what to offer, what to accept, what to counter offer 2) we can't discuss the motivations of either party 3) we can't discuss the terms of any other offer on the house being offered on
Seller Representation - this is a similar capacity of Client Services with the Seller being under contract with the Brokerage to market and sell the home
There is a Seller services as well that doesn't fall under representation. That is when I have a buyer, and knock on someones door to sell their home (or a private sale) that my Buyer likes. I would sign this seller up to a Commission Agreement. In this capacity, I do not represent the Seller but can still draft up and offer and present it to them.
Jason Steele is a professional Broker in the real estate business for 6 years. He services Port Elgin, Southampton, Kincardine and surrounding areas of the Bruce Peninsula and Grey County. Contact Jason Steele for all of your real estate needs.
Looking for a home for sale in Port Elgin, you know who to call!
Friday, March 2, 2012
REAL ESTATE 101
Presented by:
Jason Steele – Broker 519-377-2147 cell
Coldwell Banker, The Property Shoppe Real Estate Brokerage
Seller obligations for closing week:
So you sold the house! Congratulations! Whether it was a long journey, or a short one, you can breathe a sigh of relief. Ok, hold that breath! Let's go over a few things first:
A week or so, give or take a few days, prior to closing you will be called by your lawyer to sign documents and make last minute preparations for title changes. It doesn't stop there. Don't forget to call the movers or the moving truck rental company to confirm times and locations etc. And, call your buddies to be sure of what kind of ale they drink on moving day. (after the move of course, or nothing will get done!)
Here is a simple checklist of some (not all) of the things you should check and double check before the day of closing:
- Left over paint in the house...is it the 20 year old stuff, or the stuff you just used last month? Get rid of any old paint...chances are the new buyer is going to make the home their own masterpiece!
- Oils, solvents, cleaners under sinks, in garages should be disposed of as well. Check with the municipality for disposal requirements of toxic and poisons.
- Junk – Red Foxx may have wanted it, but unless specified in the Agreement, the new buyer doesn't want your junk! Old renovation projects, like drywall, cut/trim wood, etc hiding in storage in the rafters, or basement needs to be removed. I know they don't want the old toilet plunger either!
- Make sure all systems in the house are working as they were the day that the Agreement was accepted. For example, an element on the stove stopped working, or when moving the piano, you scratched the hardwood. If anything like that happens, notify your lawyer right away. You don't want closing day hold ups, and that will likely happen.
- Switch your mail delivery
- Be sure your utility companies have been notified and read the metres on the day before closing
- About 1-3 days prior to closing, the Buyer's will likely want to make one final inspection of the home. This is normal and is to ensure that no damages have taken place and the house is as it was when they made the offer.
On the Day of Closing:
- Please clean the home, it is courtesy. No need for a professional clean, but be sure the cupboards are wiped out, the fridge, stove, washer, dryer are clean, and the floors swept and mopped through.
- Leave the extra keys on the kitchen table (be sure the lawyer has the other set)
- Leave and warranties, maintenance folders and garage door opener on the kitchen table as well
- Your lawyer will call to let you know that the Transaction has closed (providing there were no issues) normally by around 3pm on closing day. We normally say, morning is for moving out, afternoon for moving in.
- Lock up behind you and say goodbye to the neighborhood.
- Wait you forgot Scruff! Pretty sure the new owner doesn't want any of your pets, so don't forget to bring them with you!
Remember, this is only a short list. Talk to your lawyer or ask your REALTOR® any questions you may have.