October 2018

6 Things Sellers Do That Obstruct The Sale Of Their Home

Posted on Oct 03, 2018


I can almost guarantee that if your house isn't selling, you are guilty of at least one of the following reasons.  So hold tight for some honest talk: 

1. This could possibly be THE biggest mistake and definitely the most popular - not listening to the market (or your agent about the market!!!). If you price your home low, you could end up with multip...

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Can I Negotiate The Commission Charged By My Realtor

Posted on Oct 02, 2018



Have you ever heard the phrase "you get what you pay for"?  Well it applies here too.  

Its funny because there really isn't another industry whereby we think its ok to ask for a discount for professional services; if you receive advice and help from a lawyer, you pay their fees. If you hire a plumber or electrician, you pay their fees. If you have a...

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5 Easy Ways To Spruce Up Your Home Before Selling

Posted on Oct 02, 2018



A little staging can go a long way in making your home appeal to Buyers and you don't always have to pay for a professional stager.  Sometimes just a bit of sprucing is all that is needed.

Here are 5 inexpensive and simple items to invest in before listing your home:

1. Pillows and throws are a cheap and easy way to add a dose of colour to your couche...

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How To Choose The Right Colour For Any Room

Posted on Oct 02, 2018



So, you’ve decided it’s time to paint one of the rooms in your home. You head out to the paint store with a clear picture in your head of what you want the room to look like when it’s finished. As you begin looking through all the colors and brands of paint available, a panic sets in. Which one do you choose? Before you go off the deep end trying t...

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What Happens If My Buyer Pulls Out Of The Sale Of My Home?

Posted on Oct 01, 2018



There are two types of offers that can me made on your home:

  • A “Firm” or “Subject-Free” Offer – means that the potential buyer, is willing to purchase your home as it is, no conditions involved. With this type of offer the Buyer is legally obligated to purchase the house. If they don’t, they may lose their deposit. The deposit is a way for the Buyer...

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I Am Selling My Home After Pot Becomes Legal. What Do I Need To Know?

Posted on Oct 01, 2018


On October 17th, 2018, it will be legal for adults 19+ years of age to possess up to 30 grams (one ounce) of marijuana – that’s equal to about 40-70 joints, depending on the size of the joint.

It will also be legal to have up to 4 pot plants per residence (one plant grown indoors can yield ¼ pound of pot, depending on the lighting source and growing...

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