No man (or woman) is an island, as the saying goes, and that is never more true than when you purchase property. You need to surround yourself with people you can trust and great professionals who can guide and support you through one of the most significant purchases you’ll ever make. With so much at…
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You only get one chance to make a first impression – and that’s why curb appeal is so important when you are preparing to sell a house. Prospective buyers have been known to drive to a home, take one look and keep driving, having convinced themselves in a microsecond that this is not the property…
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If you’ve been glued to the endless stream of home improvement shows on TVs during the pandemic, then you may be thinking about what you should do to improve your property. They inspire you to be creative and often encourage you to address issues with your home that have been bugging you for months, maybe…
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Today’s buyers prioritize the kitchen more than any other room in a home – it’s where the family gathers and memories are created. And while other factors, such as location and the number of the bedrooms, will always be big influences, there’s no doubt a great kitchen wins hearts of prospective buyers. As an experienced…
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Working with my clients – walking through their homes during a buyer inspection or as part of a valuation before sale – I get to learn some pretty interesting cleaning hacks. Every smart homeowner knows it’s a good move to declutter and clean up before either a prospective buyer pays you a visit, or you…
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When you’re hunting for a property, you may come across a couple of terms that will be unfamiliar to you – the “short sale” and “foreclosure”. What’s the difference, you may ask. Each term refers to a property that’s for sale, but the process of completing a deal is very different. If you find a…
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If you’re thinking about downsizing your home and upsizing your life, then you’re on the brink of an amazing adventure. As an experienced real estate agent in our neighborhood, I’ve helped many couples form a strategy for where they want to live, and what else they want to experience in life as they head into…
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It’s so easy to walk around kitchen showrooms and go crazy with excitement at the possibilities. Their designers seem to have thought of everything – and you want it all! There’s no doubt that a beautiful kitchen enhances the enjoyment of your home and adds value to the property when it’s time to sell. But…
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Your decision to downsize from the family home often starts with a nagging thought in the back of your mind. Perhaps your family home is starting to feel empty, or a little too big, and its maintenance may be becoming a real chore or cause for stress. It can be hard to face up to…
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One of the great pleasures of buying a new property or renovating an old one is to be able to tap into your imagination and creative spirit to decorate and furnish your dream. If you follow the basic rules of interior design, then you will be more than delighted with your final result. Some of…
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