Tag Archives: Real Estate Tips

CMHC Makes Buying Energy Efficient Homes More Affordable

When you are looking for a home, how important is it that the property be energy efficient? It should be a factor on your list of “must haves,”since an energy-efficient home will be much more economical to run once you move in. It’s Read More

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Tips for Staging your Home on a Budget

One of the keys to getting your home sold quickly is to stage it so that it looks more like a model home and less like your own residence. There are some simple ways to de-personalize your space and make it as attractive Read More

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Buying a House: What you Need to Know about Paying the Deposit

Part of buying a house is making a deposit on the purchase of the home. Before you take this step, you’ll want to make sure you know what it means and the implications of paying the money. Once you understand the rules involved, Read More

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Should you try to Time the Market when you Want to Sell your Home?

If you are thinking of selling your home, you may be wondering if there is a way to time the market to get the highest possible price. Unfortunately, there is no way to look at the market of a large area like the Read More

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How Sellers Can Negotiate Unreasonable Home Repair Requests

A potential buyer looked at your home several times, presented a reasonable offer, and you accepted. Sounds like the perfect scenario, doesn’t it? However, there are times when things are running smoothly and suddenly a home inspection occurs and buyers request a mountain’s Read More

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Curb Appeal 101: The Fall Dos and Don’ts of a Beautiful Yard

Creating curb appeal in the fall can be a challenge. Many of summer’s beautiful flowers have faded away and the trees are beginning to lose their foliage. However, with a  bit of creativity, you can still have a house that looks as beautiful Read More

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