Be Prepared for Closing Costs

When you buy a home, you will need to be prepared to pay more than just the purchase price to close the deal. As a rule, be prepared to put aside two percent of the purchase price of the house you are buying Read More

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March 17th Newsletter

Greetings from the Wan team! The spring season beings this week on March 20th and I think we can speak for everyone when we say, ‘We’re ready to kiss this winter goodbye!’  Please join us in this week’s newsletter as we feature some exciting community Read More

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What You Need to Know About Land Transfer Tax

In Ontario, if you buy land (or an interest in land), you are required to pay land transfer tax. This amount must be paid whether the sale is registered at one of the province’s land registry offices. “Land” includes the following: Buildings Buildings Read More

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March 10th Newsletter

Greetings from the Wan team! March Break is in full swing and we could not be happier that spring is just around the corner! I know we aren’t the only ones that are ready to embrace warmer weather here in Bayview Hill! This week’s newsletter features some exciting Read More

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Looking for a New Home? Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage First

Buying a new home is an exciting time in your life. After all, it is probably the most expensive purchase you will probably make in your lifetime, and you want to do it right. You will spend many hours looking for just the Read More

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Markham Homes: Design Tips to Help Markham Homes Sell Faster

Now that you have made the decision to sell your Markham home, you want to make sure that it doesn’t sit on the market any longer than necessary. To increase your chance of getting an offer and making a quick sale, here are Read More

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February 24th Newsletter

Greetings from the Wan team! The Year of the Horse is off to a great start for us and we hope it’s been the same for you. This week’s newsletter features some exciting community events for you and your family to participate in, a Read More

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Investment Homes in Richmond Hill: A How To

If you want to diversify your investment portfolio, adding an investment home is a very savvy move. Mortgages rates are still very attractive, and housing affordability in the GTA, including Richmond Hill, remains well below the 39 percent ceiling mandated by the federal Read More

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Downsizing Tips for Seniors in Richmond Hill

Now that you’ve made the decision to move from your home to an apartment or a senior’s residence, you’ll have to decide which of your possessions will be going with you. This type of downsizing is not easy, since there is often a Read More

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February 3rd Newsletter

The Chinese New Year is just around the corner, and this year we’ll be celebrating the year of the Horse! The Chinese zodiac is represented by 12 animals, similar to the Western zodiac. However, the Chinese Zodiac, recognized by many East Asian countries, Read More

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