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The ethics of “bidding” for Saskatoon real estate
I came across an interesting “Letter to the Editor” in yesterday’s Star Phoenix which I wanted to touch on. The letter was submitted by Maureen Shebelski, a Saskatoon resident and mother. Maureen’s decrial of the current state Read More...
Posted: Saturday, June 02, 2007 7:24 PM by Norm Fisher | 2 Comments
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Head check: One question you must ask before you write your offer
I met with one of my newer agents the other day to review an offer he had written for one of our clients. The offer was beautifully prepared and technically perfect. The buyer had left no doubt that they wanted this house offering a full $20,000 above Read More...
Posted: Tuesday, March 20, 2007 9:02 PM by Norm Fisher | 6 Comments
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Tips for buying a home in a hot Saskatoon real estate market
Cass poses a question in another post regarding the hot Saskatoon real estate market . By the time I finished my response I realized that I had written a whole new post so I brought it up front for the rest of you. If any of my real estate friends have Read More...
Posted: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 5:05 PM by Norm Fisher | 2 Comments
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Saskatoon real estate bidding wars: How much is too much?
If you’ve been shopping in the Saskatoon real estate market for longer than a couple of months I don’t have to tell you that the rules have changed this year , and they’ve changed dramatically. At the close of 2006, resale inventory Read More...
Posted: Wednesday, February 21, 2007 4:15 PM by Norm Fisher | 6 Comments
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Who Actually Pays the Commission on a Saskatoon Real Estate Sale?
This topic has come to mind a number of times over the last couple of weeks, first through Ardell’s post titled, “ Transparency – The Buyer Agent Fee .” I thought it was time that I touched on the topic. I was speaking with a mortgage Read More...
Posted: Saturday, January 20, 2007 8:05 PM by Norm Fisher | 1 Comments
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Special Considerations for Saskatoon Condo Buyers, Part 2
This is part two of Special Considerations for Saskatoon Condo Buyers. Part one is here. In part one of this post , I discussed the various documents that are normally available for your review when purchasing a condominium. These documents are traditionally Read More...
Posted: Saturday, January 06, 2007 7:04 PM by Norm Fisher | 0 Comments
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Special Considerations for Saskatoon Condo Buyers
When you purchase a condominium you’re buying more than just a home. You’re also purchasing shares in a corporation which is responsible to manage the affairs of the property. Your “share” of the corporation is normally based on Read More...
Posted: Friday, January 05, 2007 8:11 PM by Norm Fisher | 1 Comments
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Can't Find a House? It's Time to Get Ugly
An agent I know listed a charming little home, in a beautiful location. The house had seen numerous upgrades in recent years including new windows, heating system and a host of cosmetic upgrades. The kitchen and bathrooms were renovated, hardwood floors Read More...
Posted: Sunday, November 12, 2006 10:45 AM by Norm Fisher | 7 Comments
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Property Condition Disclosure
If you’re a fan of “ The Colbert Report ” you may recall a recent installment of “The Word,” a regular feature on the show where Steven, in talking about the James Frey’s book, A Million Little Pieces defined the Latin Read More...
Posted: Tuesday, November 07, 2006 10:50 PM by Norm Fisher | 6 Comments
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