Investing in real estate isn’t just about finding a great property. You’ve got to make the numbers work or you’ll be seriously out of pocket. Many investors choose to be a landlord in their own neighbourhood while others buy further afield to take advantage of strong capital growth and rental yields. The first step is…
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When you’ve set your heart on a property, the last thing you want to do is get into a bidding war with another prospective buyer. The uncertainty and potential stress on your finances can become all-consuming and, for many buyers, this erodes the initial delight of finding their dream home. You need to keep a…
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The kitchen is the heart of any home, and prospective buyers will usually spend more time there than in any other room during a viewing. Discerning buyers will check out the age and quality of appliances, the workflow of the area and even open cabinet doors to judge the storage available. It’s no surprise then…
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Selling a home is an intense undertaking at the best of times, but your nerves can be strung even tighter when your prospective buyer sends around their building inspector. Most Contracts of Sale will make a successful transaction contingent on the building report. Detrimental findings in a property inspector’s report encourage the buyer to return…
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Painting your home is a budget-friendly improvement that anyone can do, whether you’re about to sell, or just want to freshen the place up a bit. A bright home is right at the top of buyer expectations these days, and creating a fresh, beautiful color scheme will turn heads. It can also go a long…
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Like many areas of life, the real estate business has its fair share of sayings and clichés. The most common is “location, location, location” because a great location can be worth just as much, if not more, than an amazing house. Other popular phrases represent essential elements of buying and selling property. Here’s a few…
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Even if you’ve been through the experience before, remodeling your home can still be a scary idea. You’ll know all about the stress of keeping the project within budget and on a time schedule. Upgrading a home is a mixture of science and art, and you need to be on top of the quality of…
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Homeowners often ask me what happens to their home’s value if they spend $50,000 or so on a new kitchen. Could they add the renovation cost onto the asking price, and maybe something extra for the inconvenience? If only it was that easy! The value of any property is determined by far more than a…
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There’s never a better time to sell your home than in the warmer days of Spring when there is a sense of renewal and optimism in the air. Even despite lockdowns and Covid, buyers retain a bright view of the future of property, which has helped keep prices strong. This year, buyers are looking for…
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Big home improvement projects usually percolate in our heads for months, maybe even years, before we finally take action. The motivation to break out the tools, or to start hiring contractors, can vary from wanting to prepare your home for sale, or simply rewarding yourself with some creature comforts, such as a landscaped garden, swimming…
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