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14 - R e a l E sta te : T h e O a k v ille B e a v e r, Wednesday February 8, 2006 Understanding how your credit history can come to play Question: What are some recommendations you may have in order to assist us to better position ourselves to purchase ofir new home? Answer: Once you have decided you would like to purchase a new home, make certain you have a favourable credit history, and have established good credit habits. Hopefully you have already started saving for a down pay ment and closing costs, which will make it easier for you to qualify for a mortgage. It is also a good idea to read the many books that are available about owning your own home. Prior to commencing your search for your new home, do some research regarding the area you would you like to live in? Question: What is the best way to feel comfortable in a new neighborhood? Answer: You have finally moved into your new home, have unpacked and are beginning to feel like you belong here. In order to start to totally feel like you are part of the new neighbourhood, take the initiative and introduce yourself to your new neighbours. Reading the editorial p^ge in your local newspaper if an ideal way to get the know the concerns of your community. Going for a daily walk around the area and dis covering the location of parks, pools, libraries and schools is a great way to orientate yourself to your new neighbourhood. KATE'S KORNER Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. If you have a real estate question for Kate's Korner, please contact: Kate Vanderburgh, Sales Representative for Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., at (905) 338-3737. She can be reached via e-mail at katevanderburgh@sympatico.ca Sales Repr e s e n t a t i v e Sales R e p re se n ta tive GALE office. 905 338*9000 W W W .p 0 W e r 0 f t W 0 .C a PREMIUM PIE SHAPED LOOKOUT LDTil Stunning, beautifully decorated, 2 storey! 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