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My name is Edi Shimonov and I’m your go-to guy for real estate in the Greater Toronto Area. My goal is to help you find the best property for you and to turn your dreams into reality. There is always something new and exciting around GTA to suit your lifestyle or business needs.
Things to Pay Attention
Before Buying a Property
Buying a property is a big step. It’s important to pay attention to the details and make sure you’re getting exactly what you want. If you’re thinking about buying a property, here are some things to pay attention to before making your purchase:
PRICE
When looking at properties, make sure you get a detailed breakdown of all the costs involved in buying that particular property: price, taxes, commission fees, and legal fees or building permits.
LOCATION
The location of the property is important because it will affect how much you spend on utilities, transportation, and other expenses that come with owning a home.
SIZE
You should consider what kind of space will suit your lifestyle and needs best when buying a property. The size of the house will impact everything from its costs to its resale value.
CONDITION
You should always check the condition of any property before buying it to make sure there are no hidden maintenance costs or safety issues that could become expensive down the road.
How to Prepare Your Property for Sale
Preparing your property for sale is a great way to ensure you get the most out of your sale. Here are some tips on how to make sure you’re ready!
PAINT
Whether it’s a fresh coat of paint or just touch-ups, painting is one of the best ways to add value to your home. The right color can make a place seem brighter, more welcoming, and more modern—which is exactly what potential buyers are looking for!
DECLUTTER
This is an easy way to create the illusion of more space in your home without actually having to increase the size. When buyers come into an uncluttered space, they tend to feel more comfortable and less anxious about making an offer on your home.
CLEAN
This often goes hand in hand with decluttering and painting. If there are stains on carpets or grout lines in bathrooms, these can turn off potential buyers.
CHECK
Check your property for damage, wear and tear. If you find any issues that need fixing—from a broken window to a cracked floor tile—get those fixed before you list your home.
ENHANCE
Furnish your home with items that are not only beautiful but also highlight its best features. Add an accent wall in a statement color, or add some greenery to your space with a few plants.
Property As An Investment
What is property as an investment?
Property as an investment is the process of buying real estate to generate income. The value of your property increases with time as it becomes more profitable due to increased demand for its use. This means that over time, your initial investment will increase in value, which means you can later sell your property at a higher price than what you paid for it initially.
What are the benefits of buying a property?
There are a lot of good reasons to buy a property. Here are just a few of them:
- Making money off of your investment
- Building equity in your home
- Having a stable financial future
- Helping you get better rates on loans in the future
Things to Look Out for When You Are Renting
It’s always smart to do your research before renting a place, but here are just a few things to look out for:
- Make sure that your lease has all of the terms spelled out clearly.
- Check out the landlord and make sure they have good references, including previous tenants who have rented from them.
- Make sure that your rental is in a safe neighborhood and that it's close to the amenities you want.
- Ask about any pets (and if they are allowed).
- Find out how much deposit they want and whether they require it upfront.
- Ask about what utilities are included.
- Inquire about when to expect rent increases.
- Ask about any additional costs that might be included in the rent.
- Find out if there are any special requirements for renting (such as a background check or credit check).
- Ask about maintenance issues and when they should be reported.
What You Need to Know
Before Renting Your Property
Renting your property is a great way to make some extra money, but it also comes with some important responsibilities. Here are the top things you need to know about renting your property:
Know your tenant: This is one of the most important things you can do when renting out a property. Check references and make sure they have good credit and references from previous landlords
Make sure you have a written lease: This will help protect both parties in case there’s any dispute or disagreement over the terms of the lease agreement between you and the tenant.
Have an inspection done on the property before signing any leases: This will allow both parties to know exactly what condition the property is in. Make sure that if there are any issues with the property, they are resolved before signing any lease.
It was such a pleasure working with Edi who seemed to have all the answers to our real estate questions. I would highly recommend him and his support team who made our transaction all so easy and painless. Thank you Edi.
As a fellow real estate investor, I have gotten to know Edi quite well. He's detailed oriented, hard working and focused on the customer. If you are looking for someone to help you with a real estate situation, Edi would be an excellent choice.
Nobody knows Toronto and GTA better than Edi.
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