FOR BUYERS

It's not just another pretty lake!

 

Deciding to purchase a waterfront property represents a significant financial investment. That very special cottage has the potential to offer up some great times and cherished memories, as well as significant monetary returns. To achieve this end, you need to purchase the right property under the right set of circumstances. There are many issues and many potential pitfalls that need to be addressed if the correct choice is to be made. This is why it is so important to select an experienced and knowledgeable Realtor who will help you through each step of the buying process.

Don has the experience and expertise that you are looking for. As a past cottager and current full time resident of Lake Muskoka, with almost $200 million in sales on the Muskoka Lakes, Don has an understanding of both the area and the market that is second to none. Choosing the right Realtor to guide you through the buying process is the key to a successful and positive experience. To this end, Don will work with you to help you get a clear understanding of the following key aspects associated with buying in Muskoka.

• Explain the concept of "Agency" to ensure that you fully understand the obligations and duties owed to you by your Realtor.
• Help you prioritize your wants and needs in a property such as topography, access, privacy, exposure and lakeview to ensure you make an informed choice.
• Inform you of the current market conditions and anticipated trends and review past and recent sales in order to help you understand market values.
• Show you a variety of properties meeting your specific criteria.
• Explain the nuances of the different neighborhoods on the Lakes and how they impact the value of a particular property.
• Review with you the many unique aspects associated with buying waterfront property such as septic systems, water treatment devices, shoreline road allowances and leased waterfront lots.
• Advise you on the ramifications of the various building regulations of the four different Municipalities that have jurisdiction over cottage properties on the three Muskoka Lakes.
• Draw upon his extensive real estate and business background to help you negotiate a fair and equitable purchase.

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