As a real estate agent, I often encounter clients unfamiliar with the acronym MLS, and even those who’ve heard of a Multiple Listing Service are not always certain what it does. Put simply, an MLS is the backbone of the real estate industry in North America – a powerful database of properties for sale. When…
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Our pets are cherished members of the family and when you’re looking to buy your next home it’s natural to consider their needs, too. A recent survey by the aggregator website Zillow found that 61% of dog owners would only choose a new home if it were suitable for their pets. Many of my clients…
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Are the bare walls of your home starting to feel blah? Have you been reading some of the popular home interior magazines and discovered the new super-cool wallpapers that are all the rage? And are you just itching to start hanging wallpaper? If you are, I can’t blame you! Wallpaper selection and quality have improved…
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There’s still time to catch the property market’s summer vibes if you’re ready to put in a little extra effort to quickly prepare your home for sale. It’s a myth that there are better seasons than others to sell your home. Each has advantages, but that doesn’t stop many folks thinking they’ll find more buyers…
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For buyers, especially those about to make their first purchase, a home walk-through can be nerve-wracking. But bringing a checklist can help. Make sure you take a notebook and measuring tape, and it’s a good idea to wear comfy shoes and smart but comfortable clothes if viewing multiple properties. Floors, walls and ceilings should be…
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Buying a home at a time when high interest rates are putting pressure on buyers can be frustrating – but there is a solution. A deposit bond can be a valuable tool for securing your dream property, even if you don’t have the full cash deposit upfront. It can potentially bridge your financial gap and…
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Everyone wants to sell their home quickly and for top dollar! Maximizing the value of your home doesn’t happen by accident, of course. You need to identify your property’s key target markets, such as young families or downsizers, and then sell the features that will attract their interest. As an experienced real estate agent in…
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As an experienced real estate agent, I know that buying a home for the first time can be intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be! A great buying journey often depends on the questions you ask the seller and their agent when visiting the house or apartment. Below, I’ve listed five helpful questions to help you…
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In March, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) announced that renewable energy – primarily solar power – had outpaced fossil fuel energy for the first time. The US solar industry installed 32.4 gigawatts-direct current of capacity in 2023 – “a remarkable 51% increase over 2022,” the SEIA noted. “This was the industry’s biggest year by…
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If you love real estate and want to earn profits from making deals and building a property portfolio, the allure of house flipping is undeniable. Who hasn’t dreamt of transforming a diamond in the rough into a stunning home, reaping a tidy profit in the process? Given the number of people in the market for…
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