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Seven tips for lining up your finances before a purchase

There are many tricks and tips to buying a property, but there’s one essential element that no one can avoid – getting your finances in great shape. Knowing what you can afford is a critical element of finding your first home or the next one that takes you higher up the property ladder. As an…
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Six Instagrammers who will inspire your next remodel

Finding inspiration for a remodeling project in the home is a challenge for most owners – and it’s not for the reason you might think. There’s too much inspiration and information, and it can quickly become confusing; even overwhelming. A clear vision of how your home will feel overall  is essential if you are to…
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Six home improvements buyers value

Home improvement is a challenge that is faced by almost everyone who participates in real estate – the seller, buyer and especially those who want a bargain to fix and flip. It’s often assumed any remodeling will automatically add to the value of a property. As your neighborhood real estate agent, I know that can…
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Seven tips for buyers seeking their first property

With real estate prices strengthening, I’m often asked by first time buyers for advice on the best way to enter the market.Their anxiety to buy a first home is understandable. Aside from the obvious practical benefit of having somewhere to live, real estate is a great investment and can help set you up for life…
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Why winter sales campaigns are real winners

That chill you can feel in the evening air carries a message of certainty – winter is on its way. If you’re a homeowner who wants to sell but didn’t feel this summer with all its challenges was the right time, don’t worry. Winter is actually a great time to sell property so long as…
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10 hot tips to get your kitchen cookin’

The kitchen is the heart of any home, so it’s no surprise it’s the favorite room to remodel. You can enjoy the upgrade for many years, and it helps maximize the value of your property when you decide it’s time to sell. As your local real estate agent, I believe remodeling your kitchen will likely…
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Tenants still need to pay rent despite eviction ban

The US Government has sought to issue a nationwide, blanket ban on residential evictions until the end of the year. The moratorium has come from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its legal merit is yet to be challenged in court at the time of writing this piece.  Known as the Coronavirus Aid,…
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How to find peace of mind as an investor

An insurance company slogan once famously claimed, “No one can surely predict the future, but we can protect it” – a pitch to give today’s property investors reason to think. You never know when disaster might strike and you need to repair damage, cover a liability claim after a tenant’s injury or suffer a loss…
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9 tips to be winter-ready

The nights are drawing in and that chill in the evening air tells us summer is over, and it’s time to begin a few home maintenance tasks before winter arrives. Preparing for cold weather can help reduce your heating bills as well as mitigate against structural damage caused by rains, snow and freezing temperatures. Perhaps…
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10 cost-effective ways to make a high-end impression

Finding a professional company to dress your home so that it’s ready for sale is a great way to maximize a final sale price. If your budget allows, you will find this an excellent investment that will give you additional funds to finance your next home. As your local real estate agent, I have seen…
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