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Tips To Hire The Best Contractor
Are you looking to hire a contractor to help you with your home renovation project? It can be a daunting task, but with a little knowledge and preparation, you can find the right contractor for the job. Here are some tips to help you get started: Research: Start by...
What to Do With Your Pets During Showings
When you’re selling your home, it can be tricky to know what to do with your pets during showings. After all, you want your home to look its best, and you don’t want your furry family members to be stressed out.
Economical Curb Appeal Updates
From simple paint touch-ups to landscaping updates, you’ll be sure to find something that fits your budget and style. So, let’s get started!
Negotiating Tips From An Expert
Whether it’s a car, house, or something else, being a smart buyer and negotiating can help you when your looking to get the best price possible. Here are some tips and tricks to help you get better deals when negotiating.
Home Inspections Make a Bold Return!
When you’re preparing for a home inspection to be completed, it’s important to know what to look for to ensure the safety and quality of your new home. Here are some key items to ask about after your inspection.
Let’s Talk About … Mortgages
From fixed rate mortgages to variable rate mortgages and more, there are a variety of mortgage options to consider.
It’s a No Brainer – Use a Realtor!
Working with a real estate agent is incredibly beneficial, as they are knowledgeable and experienced in the real estate market and can provide invaluable guidance and assistance throughout the entire process.
Local Venue Spotlight: Walters Music Venue
Located in the small town of Bright, Walters Music Venue offers a unique and intimate atmosphere for both local and international acts.
What Should You Leave For The Buyers of Your Home?
To ensure your buyers have all the necessary items to get settled, there are a few documents and items that should be left for them.
Inexpensive Bathroom Updates
You don’t have to spend a fortune to transform the look and feel of your bathroom. With just a few simple changes, you can give your bathroom a fresh and inviting look. Here are some easy and inexpensive ways to update your bathroom.
Saving Energy, Our Planet, and Money!
Are you looking for ways to make your home more energy efficient without breaking the bank? If so, you’re in luck! Making simple, affordable updates to your home can drastically reduce your energy usage and lower your utility bills. Here are a few easy and affordable...
Save or Splurge? Commercial Grade Appliances
If you’re in the process of upgrading or updating your kitchen appliances, there is a recent trend that is becoming increasingly popular; the use of commercial grade appliances in residential kitchens.
5 Interview Questions for Realtors
When you are looking to sell your home, it’s important to find the right realtor for the job. As Realtors we are entrusted to help sell or buy your home, which is one of the largest if not the largest purchase you may ever make. I am a firm believer in interviewing to find the Realtor you want to work with.
To Open House or Not To Open House… that is the question!
The decision to hold an open house when selling your home is a personal one that should be based on your individual goals and needs.
Navigating a Buyers Market
Navigating a buyers real estate market can be a daunting task, but with the right information, it can be a smooth and successful process. To help, here are a few tips for buyers looking to make their way through the market.
Renting vs Buying
Renting vs buying a home in Ontario, can be a difficult decision. On the one hand, renting can provide you with short-term flexibility, but on the other hand, buying can provide you with long-term stability and investment potential. To help you decide which is better for you, let’s take a look at some of the pros and cons of each option.
Tiny Homes for Multi-Generational Living
Tiny homes are a great way to save money on housing costs and have the potential to be a great solution for aging family members. They are typically smaller than a regular house, but can still be equipped with all the amenities that make a home comfortable and functional.
Van Conversions – New Trend Offers Alternate Living
A growing trend gives young adults more freedom to see the world and to slow down from the hustle culture into the vagabond dream.
Right-Sizing Your Home!
Right-sizing your home doesn’t have to be a negative experience. Think of it as a new opportunity for a new chapter, and betterment of your finances. When your ready, let’s chat.
Money Moment: Interest Rates 101
At its most basic level, the interest rate is the cost of borrowing money. When the demand for money increases, the cost of borrowing money (the interest rate) goes up.
Meet Njord, A Carbon-Neutral Residential Superyacht
The Agency is the first to release Nomadic Luxury Listings with this state of the art Superyacht.
REBLOG: Why 1970s Interior Design Is Trending Again
For those who know me, and know me well, I was meant to be born in the 70's. From the carefree, free range childhoods to the music scene that still to this day does not hold a match to any other decade. The decade of my dreams, more than likely because I was...
The Perils of Selling Your Home Without A Realtor
Selling your home without a realtor can be a risky endeavor. While it’s true that you don’t have to pay a realtor’s commission, there are many potential pitfalls that can cost you time, money, and even your home. Here are some of the potential perils of selling your...
Packing & Moving – Tips & Tricks
Moving to a new home can be an exciting yet stressful experience. To make the process easier, here are some helpful tips for packing and moving: Make a plan and stick to it. Make sure to plan ahead, create a timeline, and keep track of all the details. Get rid of what...
Common Questions: First Time Buyer Edition
Are you a first-time home buyer looking to purchase a new home? If so, you may have a lot of questions about the process and how to make sure you make the best decisions. To help you get started, we’ve put together a list of the most common questions home buyers ask...
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