Things you need to know before
you buy or sell
1- Select a real estate agent that can help you achieve your real estate goals
2- Speak with your financial institution to help determine budgets and finance options based on your current needs and credit history. All financing is not created equal. We are pleased to offer some options for you to consider. (link to financing specialists).
3- Do your research! Pick an agent that knows the neighbourhood.
4- Ask your real estate agent for a comparable marketing analysis to determine pricing and affordability for you.
5- Understand your legal obligations, select a real estate lawyer for the real estate transaction you are about to enter into. Contracts can be quite lengthy, ask to preview an offer of purchase.
6- Some properties may have in addition to the purchase price GST, special assessments, land transfer tax etc. Your agent can help you to determine which of these may apply to the purchase and the amount of money needed for closing.
7- Agency- Understanding of buyer and seller agency and how it can save you time and money.
8- The vast majority of homes bought and sold in Winnipeg are done through the assistance of the MLS (Multiple Listing Service).
