It’s a common misconception that the moment the holidays begin, the real estate market freezes. While the Canadian market has been brighter days but improving all the time, buyers are out there and motivated. They are often driven by job relocation, a significant change in family needs or a critical financial shift. When we look…
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It’s a common misconception that the moment the holidays begin, the real estate market freezes. In today’s market, which is characterized by a shortage of for-sale inventory, that old thinking can lead to a missed opportunity. Buyers are out there and motivated. Forget the myth that buyers only make their move to accommodate school schedules.…
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Once you’ve gone through all the time and effort required to get your home on the market, it can be frustrating when the offers don’t roll in. If your house or apartment isn’t selling, there’s always a reason – and a solution. There can be many reasons for the challenge, such as the state of…
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This is the time of year when many executives and professionals get confirmation that they’re being promoted and transferred to another part of the country. It’s an exciting time – new opportunities beckon both professionally and personally. This new chapter will usually include selling your existing property and buying a new home. Often, the clock…
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If you’re still recovering from Thanksgiving, the idea of putting your property on the market before the holidays or shortly afterwards is achievable. You may well be weighing up the value of holding off a winter sales campaign and going in spring, which has the reputation of being the prime selling season. Spring can actually…
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Even in winter, the desire to improve your garden to add some color can be irresistible. Just because the skies are slate-gray doesn’t mean that your garden should be a matching color. A great idea at this time of year is to plant small trees that offer both seasonal color and a new focal point…
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The power of color can be transformative for your property as you prepare it for sale. When your house or apartment is listed, your favorite palette has to shift from personal taste to investment strategy. The right hue doesn’t just refresh a room, it impacts on buyers’ perceptions, digital photography and, most importantly, the final…
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Lemon is often cited as the ultimate cleaner, its sharp acidity cutting through household grease and dirt better than most retail products. Unfortunately, as many first-time buyers find out once they’ve moved into their new home, the humble lemon can also permanently damage expensive materials. If you’re looking for a natural cleaning product, lemon is…
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When you step into a potential new home, it’s easy to let the existing furniture and decor distract you from the true potential of the space. Many buyers get stuck on the seller’s furniture choices and their layout of the living room. For example, if a TV is sitting in front of a fireplace, most…
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As winter draws in, the importance of maintaining your roof so it’s in great condition becomes increasingly obvious. We rarely think of our home as being under threat from the elements until the storms and snows arrive. Of course, weather is a constant challenge, and it’s imperative to be proactive so small issues don’t turn…
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