Starting your Kingston Home
Search
Start the Search
Once you figure out what you can afford to pay for a house
and obtain a pre-qualified mortgage, you are ready to start
your search. There are a variety of sources you can use to
find the home that is right for you:
- Word of mouth. By telling everyone you
know that you are looking for a house, you might hear about
homes that are just becoming available on the market.
- Newspapers and real estate magazines. Check
the new homes section in daily newspapers or look for real
estate magazines available at newsstands, convenience stores
and other outlets. These free publications feature pictures
and brief descriptions of a variety of homes.
- The Internet. Check out real estate websites,
such as http://www.Kingstonliving.ca
for information and pictures of a wide range of properties.
This site allows you to narrow your search by location,
price, number of bedrooms and other features.
- "For Sale" signs. Drive around
a neighbourhood that interests you and look for “For
Sale” signs. This is a good way to find homes that
are being sold by the owner.
- Visit new development sites. If you
are looking for a newly built home, this will allow you
to see the different models available and to get information
from builders.
- Work with a real estate
agent. For most buyers, a real estate agent
is key to finding the right home.
Useful Tips for Your Search
- Keep records. Whether you work with a
real estate agent or search by yourself, it's a good idea
to visit lots of different homes before choosing one. Don't
forget to consider the home's utility costs, property taxes
and major repairs, as these will affect your monthly housing
expenses. Ask to see copies of bills. You should also be
ready to compromise. Chances are you won't find a home that
has everything you want.
- Check out the existing financing on the property.
It may be possible to take over a favourable existing
mortgage from the vendor or even obtain a vendor take back
mortgage in order to help close the deal.
- Think twice. Even if a home seems perfect,
go back and take a closer, more critical look at it. Visit
on different days and times, chat with prospective neighbours
and look beyond cosmetics.
Kingston Home Buyers Guide
Kingston Living is Kingston's premier online
resource for everything about your home. We provide comprehensive
Kingston real estate and rental listings, for home buyers, home
owners, and renters. We also have a comprehensive home services
directory for your home shopping and renovation needs. Our
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