Aside from being a huge financial decision, buying a home is an emotional roller coaster.   It’s easy to make mistakes when you’re swept up in the excitement of it all.  There are many common buyer errors to be aware of – here are just a few to look out for (more…)

One of the best ways to protect your Condominium Investment is to join the Board of Directors. This position is often overlooked and is of extreme importance. The Condominium Manager takes direction from the Board. Condos have different declarations, rules etc. Generally Boards set the budget which is ratified at a AGM meeting. Unit owners are often not aware of the power a Board has and how much discretion they use.

Often Boards  seem to have experience however they can lack common sense. I  have seen Boards spend money on ” flower bed Maintenance ,  (more…)

Condo living is very different from typical home ownership. You’ll need to consider the various advantages and disadvantages to determine whether or not condominium living is for you. It’s important to also take your personality type into account as well as your daily living preferences. (more…)

I have just  had my website designer update my website with my new blog and some new features. www.carlstars.com . Please review if you need your website updated you can email me and I will gladly put you  in contact with my designer. (more…)

In a diffulcult market people need maximum exposure. This particular home was on the market for a month and did not sell and attracted lowball offers. I listed the home at a higher price and successfully sold the home. (more…)

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One area of specialty is I had the opportunity to successfully manage Condominiums for a few years. I learned a great deal and it has complimented my Real Estate Business. I focus my marketing on Condominiums. I have been active in  Real Estate for 8 years and pride myself on my referral business that has grown consistently over the years. If you require information on Status Certificates, Rules and regulations and what type of Condominium would be best suited for you feel free to contact me.  Whether I sell you a house or a condo, one thing for sure is your phone call is always returned

I welcome the do not call list. I have registered and my phones have become quiet. I feel it will force many industries to improve on their marketing and relationships they are building. When I am  hosting an open house. I would always cold call and invite the neighbors and most people would actually appreciate the phone call and ask about their home values.

Now of course we can still call as long as we check our registry. Fines for a Realtor in Ontario could be $1500.00 and the Broker $ 15,000.00 I question whether Real Estate  Brokers in Ontario would want to carry this amount of Liability ? Are we covered under Error and Omission Insurance?

I am still looking in to this but I guess the issue is really like Photo Radar… Its only a problem if you speed…  The Motor Cycle Helmet Law ….. Its only a problem if youre not wearing one !! You get the picture. I do not like excessive regulation but the DNC list is long overdue.

It is funny to me how the government exempted themselves and Newspapers as well. Political Parties and the Media got a pass.

However this is one more little rule I can live with.

It is important to make sure your lawyer and client when buying a Condo does not  bypass the rules and regulations section.  It amazes me  how people only focus on the financial stability of a condo , when sometimes a solicitor ignors the rules sections that could effect the use and enjoyment of the home.

As a former Condo Manager I thought it would be great to start my blog with this friendly tip of the day !!

” always read all the rules and regulations of a Condominum that you buy” Seems obvious but a necessary footnote   www.carlstars.com