Summer is already here and the warmer weather offers the opportunity to complete a few jobs around the house. There are several simple tasks you can do without working up a sweat and spoiling your relaxation time. As experienced local real estate agents, we’re firm believers in tackling the small jobs ultimately adds up to…
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Selling a home to first-time buyers is one of the great pleasures of my job as a local real estate agent. But to make the dream of home ownership a reality, it’s important to form a strategy to manage your money in this new chapter of your life. See a professional financial adviser or consult…
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The kitchen is said to be the heart of the home – and that’s why so many buyers focus on it when searching for property. A great kitchen can reward you with a higher sale price and reduce the time your home stays on the market. As a rule, it’s the first room owners consider…
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The American real estate scene is blessed with a system in which buyers have an agent as a trusted adviser on their journey to find a new home. Your agent not only locates the most suitable properties but validates the quality of each one, organizes buildings inspections and takes on the task of negotiating the…
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Finding a great tenant can be a challenge for any landlord. If you’re going to the expense of investing in a property to rent, then it is always a smart decision to use an agent to help you find suitable candidates. A wrong decision can mean missed rental payments down the track or damaged property…
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Working from home is going to become a permanent part of many professional lives, regardless of when this pandemic ends. Some companies are already scaling back on commercial rents and telling employees they’ll not be returning to their offices and cubicles. Many Americans are now expected to use their home as their office whether they…
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When we talk about the benefits of home improvements, the spotlight inevitably falls on how a new kitchen or bathroom refit can increase the potential sale price. These two rooms more than any other can offer the best return on investment if you’re thinking of ways to maximize the value of your home. Of course,…
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If you’re considering whether it’s the best time to sell your home, you’re probably wondering whether a quick renovation will maximize your property’s value. This is a tempting thought when you’re in no hurry to make a move and can invest both your time and cash. As your neighborhood real estate agent, I speak with…
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It’s a great feeling when you’ve worked hard to prepare your property for sale, and you see prospective buyers expressing a genuine interest in a purchase. You can start to imagine all the possibilities of finding your new home and beginning a new chapter of your life. But you’re not out of the woods yet.…
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Wine cellars have a wow factor. But that shouldn’t be a convincing argument to spend thousands of dollars creating a temperature-controlled room to store wine. Even at the luxury end of the market, a wine cellar is quite rare. You’ll be far more likely to find a state-of-the-art media room or comfortable home office facilities.…
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