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2018 

Commission StructureMost Sellers I encounter have no idea how the Selling Commission is structured or how it is allocated. Many consumers believe their agent's expenses are covered by their Brokerage, but in fact agents are responsible for ALL their expenses.Here is an excerpt below from my bookl...
01/23/2018
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE BUYING Over the course of my 30+ years as a real estate agent, I have been on the listing and selling side, representing buyers who wish to purchase a home listed under Power of Sale.  I sold a home a few years ago in STREETSVILLE under Power of Sale and I had many cli...
01/22/2018
Viewing HomesThe Home Shopping ProcessAs your real estate agent, my most important job is to make the home shopping process pleasant and rewarding for you.I do that in a number of ways.I regularly recommend properties for viewing that closely match your needs and wants, that suit your lifestyle, ...
01/22/2018
WE JUST SELL HOUSES, RIGHT? In actual fact, NO.  That is the end result of what we do..  What we really do is:PROVIDE THE SOLUTION TO YOUR PROBLEM!Real estate agents provide solutions to your problem. There can be many reasons why people sell their home and the sale of your home is the end result...
01/21/2018
Get a Mortgage Pre-Approval BEFORE You Look For Your Next HomeAn important ingredient in a successful home search is knowing how much you can afford. You don’t want to fall in love with a property only to find out it’s outside your price range.Before you contact your Real Estate Agent to book app...
01/21/2018
Help Your Realtor Get Your Home SoldIn my 30+ years as a real estate agent, I can usually tell when I pull up in front of a home I'm about to show what the inside of a home will look like based on the exterior.  If the exterior is unkept then you can bet that the inside is generally the same.Curb...
01/20/2018
Some renovations can significantly increase the market value of a home. Others can cost more than you’ll ever get back. So, when choosing a “fixer-upper”, look carefully at the work that needs to be done. General painting, and bathroom or kitchen renovations typically increase the resale value o...
01/19/2018
Closing the SaleMaking Sure Your Move Goes SmoothlyThere are few things I enjoy more than telling a client, “Your house is sold.” That means I have found them a qualified buyer, got them the price they wanted, and negotiated a great deal.That doesn’t mean my work is finished. Far from it.As your ...
01/18/2018
Selecting the Right AgentWhy Sell with Me?There’s no doubt about it. Your real estate agent has a huge impact on whether or not your home sells quickly, how much you get for your property, and your experience throughout the process.So you’d be smart to ask, “Why should I sell with you?”The best w...
01/16/2018
Buying A Home With A Pool?Are you considering purchasing a home with an in-ground pool?  Do you imagine hot, lazy afternoons, lounging by your pool with friends and family?  Become an informed buyer, do your research, and ensure your real estate agent includes the appropriate clauses to protect y...
01/16/2018
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I have been a licensed Real Estate Agent since 1987. Let me put my knowledge and experience to work for you in your next real estate transaction. Visit my website for lots of real estate information for both buyers and sellers. Please contact me with any questions or information you may require at gvalvasori@gmail.com Website: www.mississaugarealestateonline.com