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To Rent or To Buy: Making the Right Decision in Today's Housing Market
In today's housing market, it's not always easy to determine whether renting or buying a home is the better choice. The answer often...

Team Pinto
Mar 15, 20236 min read


How the 4 Cs of Credit Impact Your Mortgage Loan Approval
Often when people write about, or read about, what it takes to get a mortgage loan approved they focus on credit scores. This is not a...

Team Pinto
Mar 13, 20234 min read


Location, Location, Location: How to Find the Best Waterloo Region Neighbourhood for You
When you are in the market to buy a new Waterloo Region home it helps to remember one of the golden rules of real estate: You’re not just...

Team Pinto
Mar 10, 20236 min read


How to Buy a Waterloo Region Home in a Higher Interest Rate Environment
As interest rates rise, some homebuyers have stepped back from the Canadian real estate market to wait it out. But if Waterloo Region...

Team Pinto
Feb 3, 20235 min read


Mortgage Tips: Do's and Don'ts for First Time Buyers
Choosing a mortgage in Canada can be a daunting task, with a variety of options available and different terms and conditions to consider....

Team Pinto
Jan 25, 20234 min read


FHSA Canada: What It Is and How It Works
Are you a first time home buyer who is looking to buy a new Waterloo Region home within the next year? Well, there’s some good news for...

Team Pinto
Jan 6, 20235 min read


2023 New Year's Resolutions for Waterloo Region Homebuyers AND Homesellers
New Year's resolutions aren't limited to health and fitness. They can go beyond making vows to eat healthier, quit smoking, and read at...

Team Pinto
Dec 30, 20225 min read


Mortgage Preapproval Vs. Mortgage Prequalification; What You Need to Know
One of the first things that most real estate agents will discuss with homebuyers they are working with - or should anyway - is the...

Team Pinto
Dec 21, 20226 min read


Are You Ready to Stop Renting and Buy a Waterloo Region Home?
There is no denying the flexibility that renting offers—you can move relatively easily when you want, and you do not have to carry a...

Team Pinto
Dec 4, 20227 min read


5 Reasons To Take Out a Smaller Mortgage Than You Qualify For
Whether you’re buying your first home or your fifth, being approved for a larger-than-expected mortgage can be exciting and even a bit...

Team Pinto
Nov 10, 20223 min read


Why You Need a Real Estate Agent to Buy a Waterloo Region Home
If you're considering buying a Waterloo Region home, you might be wondering if you need a real estate agent. There are lots of resources...

Team Pinto
Nov 7, 20226 min read


Top 5 Reasons to Hire a Local Waterloo Region Realtor
In 2022, do you even need a Waterloo Region real estate agent? Like other sectors, the real estate market is changing swiftly. The amount...

Team Pinto
Oct 31, 20225 min read


Contingency Clauses in Real Estate Contracts and What They Mean To You
If you are considering buying or selling your Waterloo Region home you may have heard or read about contracts that include contigency...

Team Pinto
Oct 24, 202212 min read


Fixtures and Chattels - What They Are and Why You Should Care
In modern Canadian property law, the archaic terms "fixture" and "chattel" are still in use. Fixture is a pretty modern word, but...

Team Pinto
Sep 12, 20224 min read


A Local Real Estate Agent's Guide To Fall Waterloo Region Outdoor Fun
There are a lot of advantages to working with a local real estate agent, whether you are buying or selling a home, and that is as true in...

Team Pinto
Sep 9, 202211 min read


Team Pinto Guide to Avoiding Big Home Inspection Mistakes
Are you getting a home inspection for the first time? When purchasing a Waterloo Region home, the inspection can reveal a variety of...

Team Pinto
Aug 28, 20225 min read


Team Pinto is Now Part of eXp Realty -Here's Why It Was a Great Move For Us and Our Clients
If you've visited our main site - Teampinto.com - recently, you might have noticed a small change - Team Pinto has joined eXp Realty....

Team Pinto
Aug 25, 20226 min read


What Makes a Great Neighbourhood to Buy In?
When you’re in the market for a new place to live, it helps to remember the golden rule of real estate: You’re not just buying a home —...

Team Pinto
Aug 24, 20224 min read


Credit Hygiene Explained: How to Keep Your Credit Score as High as Possible
A good credit score is a must if you are hoping to secure a mortgage to help you buy a Waterloo Region home. However, your credit score...

Team Pinto
Aug 15, 20225 min read


How to Buy a Waterloo Region Home Following Bank of Canada’s Interest Rate Hike
In July of this year, the Bank of Canada raised its benchmark lending rate a full percentage point, bumping it up to 2.5 per cent. This...

Team Pinto
Aug 12, 20224 min read
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