July 20th, 2016
As the housing market continues to rebound from the depths of the Great Recession, many homeowners find themselves ready to make a move. There are several things driving home sales. … [read more]
July 19th, 2016
For older adults who may be tired of the upkeep and maintenance of a property, want more companionship, or simply need a little more help to remain independent, retirement living … [read more]
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July 19th, 2016
Owning a home is an overwhelming experience full of mixed emotions, including happiness, stress, and even slight confusion. Statistics show that over four million new people purchase homes every year, … [read more]
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July 19th, 2016
Selling your first home is definitely an exciting event, but it can also be a little confusing and overwhelming. Many first time home sellers end up making mistakes that keep … [read more]
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July 18th, 2016
Should you use a realtor when buying a new pre-construction condo? The answer for this is a definite YES. Toronto realtor Matt Smith, who specializes in helping buyers navigate through … [read more]
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July 18th, 2016
It’s important to understand that not all home upgrades are valuable. While you might think some are super valuable, many in fact don’t add to your home at all. Before … [read more]
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July 17th, 2016
How a first time home buyer can utilize their first home as a stepping stone to get to their second home. Leveraging equity and options of generating income from the … [read more]
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July 16th, 2016
The Federal government has recently announced that $740 million dollars in funding will be granted to British Columbia for transit and of that, $370 million will be going to the … [read more]
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July 15th, 2016
Pricing your home based on data, not emotion, can mean a swift sale. You don’t need to be Bob Barker to know when the price just isn’t right. Just ask … [read more]
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July 15th, 2016
Housing price appreciation across the country will be more than it has been in the last 16 years, according to a new forecast from one of the country’s largest real … [read more]
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July 14th, 2016
The real estate industry operates on being paid only upon a successful result. This means that if your property does not sell or close, you do not pay. The fact … [read more]
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July 14th, 2016
Housing prices in Metro Vancouver increased 24.6% in the second quarter compared to the same time year previous, according to data from a Royal LePage national house price survey. Metro … [read more]
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July 14th, 2016
Summer has finally arrived across the US, which means we’re moving our lives outdoors – gardening in the yard, jumping in the pool, firing up the barbecue, dining al fresco … [read more]
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July 13th, 2016
In 15 years of real estate, I can honestly say that I’ve seen it all. Toilet seats up in listing photos, shag carpet covered with dog hair, bedrooms doubling as … [read more]
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July 13th, 2016
Finding the right realtor is important when selling your home. The problem is it’s really hard to find a good realtor. Here’s what savvy homeowners have done to find one … [read more]
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July 12th, 2016
Today’s home shoppers see dozens of homes before making an offer, and probably a few dozen more before they find the one that sticks. While you’re shopping, be on the … [read more]
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July 12th, 2016
Luxury real estate development has flooded new housing inventory across the country, particularly in major cities such as New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco. These upscale homes have not … [read more]
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July 11th, 2016
Maybe you chose a real estate agent to sell your home for the wrong reasons — they promised to get you a really high price, they’re your mom’s best friend’s … [read more]
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July 11th, 2016
When it comes to the bid price on a home, your most important consideration is probably how far away your bid price can be from the asking price. You don’t … [read more]
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July 11th, 2016
Average farmland values around the globe increased by 6.6% during the past five years and 14.8% since 2002, recording far less volatility than other commodities, new research shows. At a … [read more]
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July 9th, 2016
One of the first and most vital steps in the home buying process is often overlooked – hiring a qualified home inspector. Everyone knows that buying a home is a … [read more]
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July 8th, 2016
Some home owners are beginning to see value in spick-and-span listings. But are appraisers on board? Jennifer Chateauvert of San Jose, Calif., insists that two weeks of deep cleaning is … [read more]
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