Buying a Condo : Advantages versus Disadvantages

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Buying a Condo Advantages versus Disadvantages

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Given the number of new condo projects in
Vancouver and Toronto, it is no wonder more and
more people are taking the plunge of buying a
home by purchasing condos.

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Unlike traditional home ownership, the Condo
Lifestyle does have its own advantages and
disadvantages, which you should carefully weigh
and consider before signing a purchase agreement.
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Advantages of Condo Ownership1.  Affordability 
Condos tend to cost less than semi-detached and
detached homes. Plus, it is often easier to
secure financing with a smaller down payment.

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2.  Amenities  Condos come with a wide array of
onsite amenities for the residents, such as
health centers, swimming pools, dog spas, dog
runs, outdoor private parks and grilling areas,
book clubs, and more. Many of these added perks
would be financially out of reach for first-time
buyers considering a traditional home.

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3.  Maintenance  Condo ownership provides you
with a laid-back lifestyle where you do not have
to worry about most types of maintenance, from
landscaping to exterior and roof maintenance.
Plus, many communities provide maintenance for
heating and cooling systems, electrical wiring,
plumbing, and other interior mechanics.

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4.  Security  Condo owners feel safe and secure
in their homes thanks to onsite security guards,
security gates, security doors, in-home security
alarms, and other such safety features.
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5.  Easy Access to Public Areas  Many condo
communities are conveniently located near
entertainment, dining, shopping, community parks,
bike and jogging trails, public transport
stations, and other businesses.

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Disadvantages of Condo Ownership1. Association
and Maintenance Fees  All those added perks do
come at a cost, but they are divided among all
the residents. Although, in some communities,
these fees also include hydro bills and property
taxes.

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2. Rules and Regulations  Condo boards will
have rules and boundaries for just about
everything outside the home, from the accepted
usage of common areas, appropriate community
behavior, guidelines for making renovations to
your home, and more. While the rules might seem
like a hassle, they do benefit you when you have
inconsiderate neighbors.

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3. Less Privacy  Condo Living is similar to
living in an apartment. Your neighbors home is
often built right up against yours. This could
result in some added noise, but your association
does have rules in place that specify quiet
times and acceptable noise levels they regulate
within reason.

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4. Home Value Appreciates Slower  Compared to
traditional homes, the value of condos can take
longer to appreciate. However, with the housing
market constantly changing, this is not always
the case and many condos in highly sought after
neighborhoods in Vancouver and Toronto have
appreciated must faster.

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Even though there can be drawbacks to buying a
condo, the number of people opting for this
lifestyle is steadily on the rise thanks to the
numerous benefits they gain.

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Additionally, many condo boards are willing to
approve interior and exterior improvement
projects to allow people to put their own
personal touches on their homes, such as adding
outdoor deck tiles to the balcony or patio.

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