Vince Gratta, team leader of the Gratta Real Estate team began his career in Real Estate many years ago. With a background in Real Estate construction and completing his degree in Sociology at McMaster University, becoming a Real Estate agent was the perfect fit. “My passion for helping others is what drives me” - Vince Gratta. This statement is a true testament to Vince’s dedication.He strives to be an authority in the Real Estate industry, providing clients with the highest degree of honesty, integrity and results.Living a life principled on giving to others may be the reason for his success in the industry. Vince is one of select RE/MAX agents to receive the top 30 under 30 award, Hall of Fame award, and Platinum awards. RE/MAX is the largest Real Estate company in the world. With over 100,000 Sales Associates in more than 6,300 offices, operating in more than 78 countries worldwide.With a commitment to setting the bar in customer service and delivering quality, industry-leading, innovative Real Estate experiences, Vince continues to outperform the competition. A proven effective marketing plan and negotiation strategies ensures that each client receives the best results in their buying and selling process. Not only does Vince strive for a stress-free buying and selling experience for everyone, but he also values building relationships with clients for life. If you are ready to embark on your Real Estate journey, get in touch with Vince!

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Every realtor will tell you to make sure that you are pre-approved before you even start looking for a new home, and although that is a crucial step, there is so many other things to do as well!Consider homes with rental opportunities, as a way to make some extra money. Whether you rent out a room in the home you'll be living in or you go for an entirely separate Airbnb property, this is definitely something to consider before making your big purchase. Another big thing to consider is moving cities, this can be a great way to get more property for less money. This is an especially great option for those who work remotely. However, if don't work from home be sure to consider if the costs of commuting is worth the money you'll be saving. Lastly, make sure you love the neighbourhood you are going to be living in. You want to make sure that you love your living conditions and overall quality of life that your neighbourhood can bring you. It would be a lot better to know if your home is at the centre of loud late night gatherings sooner rather than later.

What to Know Before Buying a Home

There is a lot that goes into selling a home that you may not realize until you are in that scenario. By using a realtor, you save yourself a lot of stress and time. On top of selling your home as quick as possible, an agent will take care of:1. Pricing your property2. Timing your sale with the current market3. Marketing your listing4. The endless paperwork5. Negotiating the deal6. Staging advice7. Putting you firstThe convenience of having an agent makes selling your house seem like an easy task!

Reasons to Use an Agent to Sell Your Home

Deciding whether or not now is the time to move can be a tricky decision to make. Here are some of the most common reasons that people decide to make the move.1. Out of necessity, whether it be for family reasons or to lessen the commute to work.2. Planning around interest rates is common in order to lock in a competitive mortgage before a spike.3. Finding a great fixer upper for the perfect price to get yourself into the market.4. Market trends are often a big part of the decision.5. The time of the year can be a big factor with spring often being the peak of the year for housing inventory!Summer is just around the corner, so if you've been considering moving there is no better time than now!

Reasons to Move

Cosmetic renovations like changing the paint colour or updating your flooring don't change your insurance rates, but bigger and more impactful renovations can. Here are some examples of renovations that can affect your insurance:- any changes to square footage- updates to your roofing- changes or updates to your plumbing or wiring- the addition of a fireplace- building a new deck or pool- the addition of a home office or workshop for your own business that could require additional liability insuranceThese are just a few examples, so it is important to check with your insurance provider before beginning any big house changes!

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Property Tax:	$0.00
Common Expenses:	$0.00
Title Insurance:	$400.00
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Mortgage Broker Fees:	$1,500.00
Land Transfer Tax:	$0.00

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