Are you a first-time home buyer looking to purchase in 2023?   Buying a home for the first time can be an exciting, but also overwhelming experience. Here are some important things to consider as a first-time home buyer : 1. Affordability: The most important thing to consider as a first-time home buyer is your budget. It’s important to determine how much home you can afford by considering factors such as your income, credit score, and outstanding debts. It’s also important to factor in additional costs such as property taxes, insurance, and maintenance. 2. Location: Consider the loca ..read more

Thinking about buying new construction real estate in 2023? Buying new construction real estate can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it’s also important to consider a number of factors before making a decision. Here are some things to keep in mind when buying new construction real estate. Location: One of the most important things to consider when buying new construction real estate is the location. Make sure you research the area and consider factors such as the proximity to schools, shopping, transportation, and other amenities. It’s also important to think about the long-term p ..read more

Discover Guelph – What Can This Urban Place Offer You Guelph is a city in the Canadian province of Ontario with more than 130,000 citizens and it is ranked as one of the top 20 places to live in Canada. Guelph is located about 100 kilometers west of Toronto making it a growing urban center that offers lots of amenities to its residents. Real Estate The real estate in Guelph is one of its most valuable assets, due to its rich and unique architecture, which is present throughout the Guelph community. Taking part in the various events hosted by the city is one way you can experience a great atmos ..read more

When selling your home, you want to get the best selling price possible. The DiLoreto Team can certainly help you do just that, but there are a number of things you can do yourself to maximize your return. So before you sell, here are a few things you can do to increase the value of your home in order to can the highest price possible. Professional Visit Invite a realtor or home stager over to walkthrough your home. They can suggest ways to make your home more appealing and inviting to potential buyers, such as painting tips or furniture placement, which ultimately can make your home look and ..read more

Enter for the chance to 1 of 3 $100 gift cards to a local business! PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL DILORETO TEAM PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST! Please choose one of the categories below to enter: 1. Most Creative Pumpkin made by a child – #trickortreat 2. Most Creative Pumpkin made by an adult – #spookyseason 3. Best Carved Pumpkin – #jackolantern   CONTEST RULES 1. Only one entry per household 2. Must be following us on Instagram @diloretoteam * If you do not have instagram you can enter by sending a picture of your pumpkin to info@diloretoteam.com * 3. Post a picture of your entry on ..read more

Is your home Fall ready? – Do you still need to winterize? Have you started getting your home ready for the colder months? Winter is on its way and it’s important to winterize your home before it’s too late. Leaky outdoor pipes is not a nice surprise on a cold morning (we know from experience ). Here are some simple tips to prepare your home for the cold months ahead! Drain/turn off exterior faucets Seal drafty windows and doors Insulate your windows (heavy curtains or insulation film can help with this) Clean rain gutters Test and maintain your furnace Replace furnace filters Clean dry ..read more

Freehold Townhouse vs. Condo Townhouse, what is the difference?! In simple terms, a freehold townhouse is a house that is attached on both sides (or one side if an end unit) but the same rules apply as with a traditional detached or semi-detached house.  This means there are no condo fees and no common areas. The home owner is responsible for all maintenance and costs associated with the home and property. With a freehold townhouse, you own both the home itself and the plot of land it sits on. A condo townhouse differs in the sense that you own everything inside the un ..read more

  What You Should Know as a First-Time Home Buyer Buying your first home is an exciting step, it is often the biggest purchase a family or individual will make in their lifetime. To help avoid the stress that can be associated with buying your first home, here is some important information you should know to ensure you are prepared. Before you begin your search for a home, it is important that you are aware of what you can afford. Don’t become attached to a potential home before you calculate all the associated costs with being a homeowner. Expenses associated with home ownership suc ..read more

CHECK OUT THESE 8 SIMPLIFIED STEPS TO SELLING YOUR HOME! 1. Interview real estate agents. There are a lot of agents out there, some offering different services than others. Make sure to hire an agent that is knowledgable and suits your needs. 2. Establish a price. Your real estate agent should compile a Comparative Market Analysis for you gathering the neighbouring sales in your neighbourhood. Using this information and the condition/updates/quality etc. of your home, an accurate price should be established. 3. Prepare your home for market. This can mean decluttering, painting, gardening and m ..read more

Top 10 Things to Do in Guelph During the Winter! Guelph is situated in southwestern Ontario and located about 100km from Toronto. Its relatively close access to Toronto makes Guelph a popular place to visit or to settle down in. Guelph is named as one of Canada’s most livable places. Guelph offers lots of attractions and things to do. Here are the top 10 things you can do in winter: Ice Skate at Market SquarePut a pair of skates on and enjoy a night of ice-skating at the magnificent Market Square. At night, the place gets lit up with lights of many colors making it a great place to bring your ..read more