Category Archives: Real Estate Tips

Outdoor Improvements to Get for Your Home

Beautiful backyard at twilight that includes a pizza oven and fire pit.

More and more people are jumping on the outdoor living space bandwagon these days, and there is no wonder why! Everyone agrees that aside from energy-efficient tweaks, projects that have to do with outdoor living change the landscape of new home design. They Read More

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Hosting Your First Open House

Young female realator opening front door of home

You are done preparing your property – counters are cleared, clutters are ditched, grasses are trimmed, and walls are painted fresh. You have even done a bit of staging to achieve the perfect mood! What’s next? Mission: Open House! You are now opening Read More

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Dealing with Mortgage Payment Difficulties

Depressed woman reading bank refuse papers about delay of payment

Unexpected financial circumstances may affect your ability to pay your regular mortgage responsibilities. When that happens, it is important that you take prompt action. With the right plan and work with your mortgage professional to resolve these difficulties.   Whatever the reason may Read More

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Tips to Save Water in Your Lawn and Garden

A photograph of a sprinkler watering a newly laid lawn

During the summer months, water used by a household usually gets doubled. This is because this is the time when we water our gardens and lawns, wash cars, and fill swimming pools. We make the most of the great weather to do these Read More

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7 Things to Make Your Buying Process a Positive Experience

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Is this your first time to buy a property? Then you have probably heard stories from friends and relatives that it is a very challenging time. You need not be scared off by what you hear from others. There are many factors that Read More

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How to Prepare for a Relocation

Hand holding keys in front of new building

Moving to a new city is not an easy task. You should remember that there are factors that may affect your future when you relocate to a new city. It can be exciting, sure, but it can also quickly turn into chaos if Read More

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Choosing the Right Home Inspector

Home inspector looking for possible problems for a potential buyer, looking for needed repairs

You may be buying your first home or selling your old one. Either way, you are going to need the service of a home inspector. Not all people are aware of just how important home inspection is for the whole real estate process. Read More

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How to Protect Your Home before Your Vacation

young blond woman activates an alarm in the house. Introduces a code using the keypad

Summer could be a very exciting time, especially if you have planned a special trip for you and your family. It is a time for you to enjoy and be worry-free. That is why you should be careful not to let anything dampen Read More

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Condo VS Townhouse – Which is a Better Purchase?

A row a new townhouses in Richmond, British Columbia

If you ask a buyer who’s currently house-hunting what factors are important in a property, you would probably hear about the three Ps – PRICE, PRIVACY, and PARTY SPACE! If you are considering purchasing either a condominium or a townhouse, then these three Read More

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How to Score High with the Appraiser

Image of beautiful new single family home

Who has been in this situation? You have your home on the market and you already have a buyer who is willing to pay your asking price! Exciting, isn’t it? The problem is, before you seal the deal, the mortgage lender appraises your Read More

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