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It might sound unbelievable, but it’s absolutely possible for someone to steal your house. It’s called title fraud, and it’s a problem that has been around for a while in Canada. And although exposure to title fraud is minimal compared to, say, debit or credit card fraud, the damage to its victims is considerably more severe. Title fraud is potential big money for perpetrators, and their schemes can be complex to say the least. Don’t underestimate the lengths to which they...

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We would like to thank you Graham, You went above and beyond as a Realtor, Understanding our needs and giving to us the best advice on the purchase of our first home. I will never forget that day when you personally came to my workplace to hand me our new home keys! Very Emotional!
We appreciated your hard work, professionalism and availability at all times!
We highly recommend Graham Ogden to anyone that is looking for an honest professional and real person to help them out on finding their...

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Working with Graham to sell our house was a very good decision on our part.  From start to finish, Graham’s advice on price, presentation and negotiation was invaluable.  We especially appreciated being able to hand over the process, thus alleviating our stress.  From start to finish we appreciated his professionalism and expertise.  Thanks again Graham!

 

16-Dec-15

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As you have likely already heard on the news, earlier this morning the Finance Minister announced changes to the minimum down payment on houses valued over $500,000. Effective February 15th 2016, the minimum down payment for new insured mortgages will increase from 5 per cent to 10 per cent for the portion of the house price above $500,000 (NOT THE FULL PURCHASE PRICE). The move is an effort to curb the rising real estate prices in Toronto and Vancouver.  


For example, under the new rules,...

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We would  recommend Graham to anyone buying or selling a house without hesitation  Graham has exceeded all of our expectations as a realtor. Graham was very patient and understanding of our wants and needs in buying a home.  He provided excellent insights and advice throughout the whole process. Graham is both very personable and professional, and always accessible with any needs or questions. We will definetely  be contacting Graham if we are ever in need of a realtor...

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Today’s Bank of Canada rate hold announcement marks almost four straight years that the key benchmark rate has remained unchanged, since September 8, 2010. Great news if you have a variable-rate mortgage or home equity line of credit; the prime rate stays at 3%.

 

The announcement noted that “the risks to the outlook for inflation remain roughly balanced, while the risks associated with household imbalances have not diminished.” With these considerations, the Bank is maintaining its monetary policy stimulus, and remains neutral with respect to the timing and direction of the next change.

 

The next rate-setting day is October 22nd.

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