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Is this your Year to Get Gardening?
Whether you have a large backyard or a modest balcony, gardening is fast becoming one of the most popular pastimes across the land. Homeowners have become more focused on their property’s appearance and productivity, while also recognizing how gardening can contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Whether you are interested in nurturing ...
Continue ReadingWhen to Consider Buying a “Diamond in the Rough”
Let’s face it. When you visit a home during a scheduled viewing or open house, you’re usually seeing it at its best. The rooms are tidy. The sinks are clean. The closets are organized and uncluttered. Even the lighting is set to its brightest. That’s just good old-fashioned marketing. However, not every ...
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Market Value
When you decide to put your house up for sale, we will start by working together to determine the market value of your property. That’s important to know because if you price your home too much above its market value, you probably won’t get any offers. Alternatively, if you price ...
Continue ReadingWorried about Finding a Home if You Sell First?
There are many reasons why selling your current home before buying another one may be a good idea. But, once you’ve made that decision, you may still worry that you won’t find another home to buy after you sell.Fortunately, there’s plenty you can do to minimize that possibility. For example, if ...
Continue ReadingHOW TO PAY OFF YOUR MORTGAGE 10 YEARS EARLY AND SAVE $72,000 IN THE PROCESS
HOW TO PAY OFF YOUR MORTGAGE 10 YEARS EARLY AND SAVE $72,000 IN THE PROCESS A mortgage is the single largest debt the average Canadian or American will ever have to pay off. How about paying off your mortgage in 5 years…or 10 years? Well, that’s a goal many a homeowner ...
Continue ReadingWho Pays the Real Estate Agent When You Buy or Sell a Home?
For both buyers and sellers, the help of a knowledgeable broker is valuable, but who pays for the services of the real estate agent? If you're about to start your home-buying journey, you're likely thinking about hiring a real estate agent. Buyers and sellers are responsible for paying for different fees, so it's ...
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