When house hunting, the various designs that have been either created or adopted in America can become a blur, and you’d be forgiven for not appreciating the architectural value of each property you visit. Being able to identify the styles of most American homes will also help you focus efficiently on the type of property…
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You’ll read a lot about the importance of presenting a quality kitchen and bathroom when selling your home, but one area is often neglected: the laundry. Today’s buyers put significant value on a well-presented laundry that can accommodate a washing machine and dryer, and still offer sufficient space for storage and a work area. If…
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Making your kitchen upgrade a five-star feature is one of the best ways you can improve the value of your home. Even small kitchens can be expensive to renovate if you’re planning a rip-and-replace strategy. So, it’s important to take time to understand all the latest gadgets and design improvements that are being offered. Recent…
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Creating an exciting first impression for buyers when they visit your home is one of the most important elements of preparation when selling. As an experienced agent in your neighborhood, I’ve known buyers to turn straight around at the first sight of an unkempt property that they’d traveled across town to view. Those moments are…
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A key plank in any investor’s strategy is thinking long-term about their property portfolio. While the economy has high and low cycles, a successful landlord will always stay the course, confident that real estate will continue to produce capital growth while benefiting from rental income and a few tax breaks. For potential property investors, or…
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Summer is a favorite time to break out the paintbrushes and give your home a new look. Choosing the colors for your project can be testing if you’re not super-confident with paints. The colors you select for your home will affect your mood and relationship with your home, so choosing the right shades is far…
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Buying your first home can be a confusing experience. You’ll receive so much advice from family and friends, all of it well-meaning no doubt, that you’d be forgiven for hesitating about any decision. Finding an agent who knows the local market, along with a great mortgage broker, is invaluable and can relieve much of the…
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One of the summer’s less pleasurable activities for homeowners is the endless lawn mowing. It only takes a rain shower and a few days of sunshine for the grass to look unkempt again. A popular strategy to avoid mowing is to make one of your children do it. But is that a great idea? How…
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When the number of potential buyers exceeds the available inventory of homes, it can create a competitive environment. So, to win this game, focus on sales and marketing if you want to attract multiple buyers and receive competitive offers. Photography You cannot beat great photography: it’s essential for every media channel. Don’t skimp on this,…
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Market conditions can sometimes create unique opportunities for homeowners looking to upgrade their living situation. When there’s a scarcity of available properties relative to buyer demand, it can be particularly advantageous for those considering selling their homes. In times of low housing inventory, several market indicators may reflect this shortage: Decreased sales volumes compared to…
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