New apartment buildings and condos are offering a lot more than just a couple of bedrooms, a lift and a hotel-style bathroom. As an experienced real estate agent, I’ve become familiar with fashions and trends that come and go with new apartment buildings. The innovations we’re seeing right now are a great response to what…
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When it comes time to sell your home, usually you have two goals. The first is to get as much as possible money for it; the second is to get the sale done as quickly as possible. Having your property professionally staged can help you achieve both these goals – delivering a higher price and…
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Downsizing your property is often regarded as a logical and practical lifestyle change but it can also be an emotional experience. It signals a new phase in your life but can also represent the end of what used to be. Turning your back on a family home of decades can be upsetting. Motivations to downsize…
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Selling property as part of a divorce is one of the most stressful transactions anyone can go through so it helps to have a good agent on your side. Disagreements between you and your partner are likely to emerge in this type of sale. Arguments can arise about the asking price, how to handle buyer…
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Downsizing from a detached home to a condo is an alluring option for couples whose children have flown the nest. It is the perfect time to simplify your life and unlock your disposable income. Bouncing off the walls of a large family home, with all the cleaning and maintenance it demands, can seem an expensive,…
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A condo can be a great option if you want a low maintenance lifestyle and improved security, or you want to be able to afford to live in an area that would be out of your budget if you had to buy a house. Here’s what to look for in your condo: A great location…
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Once you’ve decided it’s time to sell, it’s only natural to start thinking about how you can get the highest possible price for your home. All sorts of renovation ideas will come to mind, but only some of them will be valued by local buyers and therefore give you a return on your investment. As…
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Buying off the plan is a tempting prospect, especially in a rising market. You’ll buy at today’s prices with a 10 per cent deposit and then reap the rewards of higher value when construction is finished. Two types of buyer really benefit from this arrangement. If you’re seeking a new home with lifestyle benefits, it…
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Nothing fires the imagination of a buyer than recognising the potential of your property. When that magic happens, you can be confident of attaining an optimum price and dodging the distress of your property staying on the market longer than anticipated. Styling a property, also known as home staging, is a great way to inspire…
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Downsizing from a detached home to an apartment is an alluring option for couples whose children have flown the nest. It is the perfect time to simplify your life and unlock disposable income. Bouncing off the walls of a large family home, with all the cleaning and maintenance it demands, can seem an expensive, time-consuming…
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