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5 buying mistakes to avoid in a hot market

Buying property successfully needs a calm, patient approach when you’re in a seller’s market like we find ourselves today.  For buyers, it can feel pretty tough at times. There can be a lot of competition for property, but it’s essential you keep your cool. Here are a few mistakes you’ll want to avoid.  Bidding beyond…
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How do passion projects affect your sale price?

Rooms with a specific purpose are great conversation starters with prospective buyers as they walk through a home for the first time. Fancy kitchens for the would-be Michelin-starred chef, or a home theatre with all the bells and whistles, will grab attention and make your home memorable against standard homes in the same price range.…
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8 hidden costs to uncover before a bathroom upgrade

A bathroom remodel is an excellent strategy to increase your property’s value before sale or add modern luxury to your existing home.  Together with a kitchen, the bathroom is the most complex room to upgrade because it requires attention to detail. You’ll need to coordinate at least four contractors – usually a builder, electrician, tiler…
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3 secret buyer tips that no one tells you

Not many Americans will conduct enough property transactions in their lifetime to claim absolute expertise in making a residential real estate deal. Market dynamics are rarely the same from one year to the next. Your experience as a seller or buyer will be very different when competition isn’t so fierce. So, understanding the characteristics of…
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8 ways to turn off buyers that you should avoid

Your home is your greatest financial asset and there’s nothing more wasteful than failing to ensure it’s dressed to impress when you put it on the market. First impressions are essential for buyer inspections to be a success. At the very least, you want the front of your home and the interior to look neat,…
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5 outdoor features every buyer wants as days warm up

If you’re planning to sell your home right now, then you’ve probably got a Spring or Summer sale on your mind. And that’s great news because these times of year are the most popular time for buying property. With America’s real estate market red-hot – and it’s no different in our neighborhood – then you’re…
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7 jobs around the house to complete in Spring

If you can feel a hint of warmth in the air, then you’ll know Spring is upon us and there are a few tasks around the house that should get done now Winter is over. Spring is a great time to undertake those irritating maintenance jobs that may be playing on your mind. It’s the…
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6 ways to downsize worry-free

If you’re a parent with adult children who’ve successfully launched, statistics show you’re among the most likely to contemplate whether you should downsize. Downsizing is one of the most popular reasons to move home for those aged 53-64, according to the National Association of Realtors. As an experienced local agent, I work with many couples…
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How Global Events Can Impact the U.S. Housing Market

Global economic and political events can sometimes cause concern among American families about their standard of living and personal wealth strategies. It’s natural to wonder how such events might affect significant assets like property values. When major international events occur, many homeowners and potential buyers question the potential impact on the real estate market. After…
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8 tips for first-time buyers who want a ‘fixer-upper’

An excellent strategy for the first-time buyer is to find a bargain and fix it up.  These properties are usually cheaper because they need work, but they allow you to enter the market with a larger property than you might have expected.  It can also prove to be a more valuable investment because of the…
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