When homeowners decide to put their home on the market, there are many considerations that must be taken in to account before going through with such a monumental decision. As such, it’s understandable that something like staging your home for…
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There are two types of homes– those with swimming pools and those without. Most homes don’t have pools, so the question often asked is this: does having a swimming pool increase the value of a home? A swimming pool can…
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Selling a home yourself is a lot of work. If it was easy, more people would do it. It has been said that selling a home is like a full-time job in itself, as many, many hours are committed to…
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Alberta is doing well these days. In particular, the City of Edmonton continues to see prices rise in its real estate market. Indeed, since 2013, resale prices have increased by 4.4 percent according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. In…
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People are living long lives these days, and seniors in their 60s, 70s and 80s are often looking for the ideal place to call home. Homes where everything is on one floor are most appealing to seniors. The fewer stairs…
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As winter approaches every year, it’s time to think about preparing your home for the cold and potentially windy, snowy days ahead. Weather stripping is your friend. You can install weather strips around your door and window frames to help…
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One of life’s biggest purchases is a house. And if you’re a first time home buyer, you’ve got some things to think about before you invest lots of time, money and energy into finding and buying a new place. First,…
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Moving into a new home can be an extremely stressful and exciting time. It not only brings excitement for new beginnings, but it also provides a fresh canvas for decorating – and for some, that’s quite intimidating. But, it doesn’t…
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Sure, looking at houses online is certainly convenient, but are you really getting the whole picture? Not so much. Viewing a home online is so much different than seeing it up-close and in person. You might like the pictures, but…
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You’ve seen a house that meets your needs: it’s the right size, the right location, and it’s in good condition. You want to make a bid on the house so you can “win” it. After all, if you love it,…
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