Buying a home can be one of life's most fulfilling experiences and one of the most challenging. The more prepared you are at the outset, the less overwhelming the buying process will be.

From selecting a real estate professional to finding out what type of home you can afford, the following CENTURY 21® tips help take the anxiety out of buying a home.

Don't forget to check out how you can earn AIR MILES® reward miles with your purchase.

Choosing the BEST Realtor:

Choosing the right realtor is a crucial first step in the home buying process. You will find a valuable ally in your CENTURY 21® real estate professional, who is trained and committed to answering all of your questions and providing the highest quality services and expert advice possible.

The CENTURY 21 Customized Home Search System offers exclusive marketing tools to provide you with superior service when purchasing your home including:

  • AIR MILES® Reward Program (Exclusive real estate sponsor)

  • Global Referral Network

  • The CENTURY 21 Buyer Service Pledge®

  • CENTURY 21 Recreational Properties®

  • CENTURY 21 Fine Homes and Estates®

  • CENTURY 21 Internet Marketing Programs

CENTURY 21 real estate professionals provide comprehensive services that take the anxiety out of buying a home and give you the peace of mind you deserve.

 

One Stop Convenience

The CENTURY 21® System offers convenient connections to the best in real estate related products and services and rewards you with bonus AIR MILES reward miles.

From finding a mortgage to closing your transaction, CENTURY 21 Connections offers you one stop shopping.

It's just one more way that your CENTURY 21 real estate professional takes the anxiety out of buying a home.

Find out more about valuable services available to you through CENTURY 21 Connections.

 

What You should Know !

Do you know how much money will be needed in order to close your deal? Besides the basic purchase price, buyers face legal fees (plus GST) and disbursements (plus GST), which are the out-of pocket expenses a lawyer/notary incurs. Then there are closing adjustments with the seller - taxes, rental income, condominium maintenance, and some utility charges. And don't forget about the costs of arranging a new mortgage which can include application and appraisal fees. For a resale home, these "extras" can easily add 1½% to 2% onto the basic purchase price.

Do you know what needs to be done after the deal is closed? Once your offer has been accepted the work has just begun. Future steps include arranging for monthly mortgage payments and property taxes, finding the right insurance coverage, transferring your utilities and arranging for your move, among others.

Avoid any surprises by having a CENTURY 21® real estate professional guide you through the necessary steps. Rely on their expert advice to keep you informed and prepared. It's just one more way that your CENTURY 21 real estate professional takes the anxiety out of buying a home.