Most of us have spent more time at home over the past months than we could ever have imagined, especially those who now count themselves among the work-from-home community. Frustration at some of the flaws in your home may well have surfaced. It’s an emotion that I see frequently as your neighborhood real estate agent.…
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Home improvement has become a popular pastime during the pandemic, and lumber yards and hardware stores are reporting significant growth in orders from DIY enthusiasts. It’s no wonder that folks are picking up hammers and drills when they have time on their hands, and property prices continue to remain healthy. After an initial blip, prices…
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Once you’ve decided to sell your home and climb the property ladder, it’s time to focus on what you can do to maximize the value of your biggest financial asset. The challenge is to improve the property only in ways that will help increase its value and asking price. As an experienced real estate agent…
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Selling your home can be stressful even when the process is well organized and going as planned. There’s a lot going on at a psychological level that can make you feel deeply uncomfortable even when things are under control. Let’s take a look at why you might be feeling unsettled and how to reduce the…
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Doing a major remodel of your home may seem like an easier and more affordable solution than selling, but be warned. It is a huge commitment and has significant downsides including stress, dust and mess, scope-creep and budget overruns. There is also the risk of over-capitalizing on your property. Ask yourself what your home will…
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Remodeling rather than buying a new home can be a tempting strategy if you love your neighborhood and don’t wish to move. Yet, upgrading your home can be taxing to your stress levels. There is a lot to think through and coordinate with contractors. Some homeowners come away from a remodel scarred and so unhappy…
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Few improvements to a home make a bigger impact than brand new flooring. It offers a wonderful sense of renewal in an existing home and can be a high-value purchase to help sell a property. Flooring trends come and go slowly, so your investment will not look dated when it’s time to sell and move…
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The marketing plan created by your real estate agent to sell your home reveals their strategic approach to how they will get the price you expect within the timeframe you’ve nominated. While your agent will cover the costs of advertising and promoting your property, it pays to ask for details about their marketing plan so…
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Setting a sale price for your home is more than just intuition about what you think is going on in the market. You need in-depth research and the experience of someone who knows your neighborhood and how to extract the best value from the current market. It’s human nature to assume that your home will…
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Condo and apartment designs are always moving with the times, embracing new technologies that enhance lifestyle while never losing sight of providing the modern idea of a comfortable, stylish home. Global best practices are quickly implemented by local designers who pick up the latest buzz of excitement in new home living. New trends can either…
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