Condos-Townhouses

Condo sales lag behind single-family homes

I got an email from Realtor.com this week that talked about how in July, condo sales were down 12% nationwide compared to a year ago… down even more in the...
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Condo Financing

Are you thinking about buying a condo? Financing a condo involves more than just your income and credit, the association also has to be approved. Here is a list of...
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HOA insurance changes could lead to inability to buy or sell units

There have been changes in homeowners insurance because of an increase in claims due to severe weather such as wind and hail. Last fall I wrote about how overhanging tree...
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An Overview of HO6 Insurance… coverage and benefits

HO6 insurance, commonly referred to as condo or townhouse insurance, provides essential coverage to property owners. Unlike traditional homeowners insurance that covers the entire structure, HO6 insurance is designed to...
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Having an idea of where you will go next can be key to getting ready to sell

Selling your home without knowing what is next can be very unsettling, stopping the process before it ever gets started. Plans to sell and move often start with a conversation,...
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Downsizing… and buying in the Windsor Green community

We got a call from Shar and Norm when they decided it was time to sell their house and downsize to a townhome community when they didn’t want to have...
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Are you ready to become part of a CIC?

If you purchase a property that is part of a CIC (Common Interest Community) you automatically become a member of the community homeowners association and agree to live by its...
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Which one is better? Townhouse vs House vs Condo vs Apartment

Deciding where to hang your hat can be difficult when there are so many options and variables to consider. Should you rent? Should you apply for a mortgage? City or...
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