The decision of whether to spend marketing dollars on “staging” your home when you’re ready to sell depends on your individual circumstances and available budget. Naturally, you’re looking to maximize your home’s appeal and achieve a higher sale price. So, asking a company to style your home and rent additional furniture for the sales campaign…
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Aging populations are a concern for countries all over the world, and you might think there would be lots of property options from which our more senior citizens can choose to enjoy their final years. Yet, as an experienced agent, I know some folks struggle to find suitable downsizing accommodation. Many do not want to…
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As owners become increasingly aware of their environmental impact, many believe creating an eco-friendly home is no longer a trend but a responsibility. Using sustainable practices contributes to a healthier planet and promotes a healthier and more fulfilling lifestyle. So, what is an eco-friendly home? It’s designed and operated with minimal environmental impact, incorporating sustainable…
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In the exciting whirlwind of purchasing a property, it’s easy to get caught up in the emotions and overlook crucial details. One step should never be skipped – the professional building inspection. It will uncover hidden problems and potential risks, saving you from costly surprises down the track. A thorough inspection is not just a…
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Buying your first home is a truly memorable and exciting experience – but it’s when you go shopping for furniture that you start to enjoy retail therapy. But beware! There’s a skill to buying furniture for your first home. Don’t simply rock up to Ikea, or another furniture store, and begin picking out your favourite…
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As rising property values across Australia stabilise – for the moment at least – investors have a great opportunity to expand their portfolios before interest rate cuts finally arrive and buyers return in force. While values may currently be favourable, investors should be aware that the stellar growth in rental income since the pandemic is…
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What’s the true secret to a successful home sale? Is it location, size, design, price or presentation? Of course, it’s a combination of all of these facets of a property. The most powerful factor will depend on the individual buyer. However, there’s one element homeowners often underestimate despite the advice of their agent: the importance…
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Purchasing your first home can feel like you’re about to climb a mountain that will confront you with challenges you’ve never faced before. Any fear of being overwhelmed is understandable, but it doesn’t have to be that way. After all, more than 500,000 property purchases are projected to be made in Canada this year, according…
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As Canada looks to new political leadership and a general election later this year, there’s no denying the lack of affordable housing has weighed heavily on the Trudeau Government. Property values are more than 30% higher than in April 2020 – a direct consequence of government economic stimulus during the pandemic and a near-zero benchmark…
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Predictions of a turnaround for the Canadian property market follow a quiet transaction period as we ended 2024. And while last December may seem a lifetime ago now, the transaction trend in many urban centres suggests there’s excellent buying opportunities if you can make your move before the 2025 market really springs into action. As…
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