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Did You Know | Home Edition 7 Tips on How to Save on a Bathroom Remodel Looking to give your bathroom a fresh new look without breaking the bank? Here are some tips to help you save on your bathroom remodel: 1) Keep the layout the same to avoid costly plumbing and electrical work. 2) Shop around for affordable materials, fixtures, and finishes. 3) Consider refinishing or reglazing your bathtub or […]
Did You Know | Home Edition Should You Sell or Renovate? Staring at the same wallpaper and pondering if it’s time for a change? 🤔 Here’s a 5-point checklist to help you decide between selling your home or giving it a renovation glow-up: Whichever route you choose, make sure it aligns with your lifestyle and future goals. Need help analyzing which route may be best for […]
Did You Know | Home Edition 6 Curb Appeal Ideas for Every Budget Boosting your home’s curb appeal doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out these 6 ideas for every budget: 1) Add Greenery: Plants, flowers, and shrubs are a great way to add life to your home’s exterior. 2) Repaint or Touch Up: A fresh coat of paint on your home’s exterior can significantly impact you. […]
Did You Know | Home Edition Before You Even Start Shopping for Homes – You’ll Want This! Obtain a mortgage pre-approval letter from a lender! A mortgage pre-approval is a lender’s offer to loan you a certain amount under specific terms. Having a pre-approval letter shows home sellers and REALTORS® you’re a serious buyer, and can give you an edge over home shoppers who haven’t taken this step yet. Apply for pre-approval […]
Did You Know | Home Edition Why YOU Should Hire Your Own Buyers’ REALTOR® When you call the name on the for sale sign, they are already working for the Seller, so having your own representation on a purchase of a property is crucial. A Buyers’ agent will ensure your best interests are kept at top priority at all times. We are here to negotiate and advocate on your […]
Buyers Why You Shouldn’t Try to Time the Housing Market When it comes to buying a house, many people are tempted to try to time the market to get the best deal; don’t obsess over timing! They might hold off on buying until they think prices will drop, or rush to buy when they believe prices are at their lowest. However, attempting to time the […]
Give Your Home a Physical! Would you buy a car without checking under the hood? Of course you wouldn’t. Hire a home inspector. It’ll cost about $400-500 but could end up saving you thousands. A home inspector’s sole responsibility is to provide you with information so you can make a decision as to whether or not to buy. It’s truly […]
Did You Know | Home Edition How to Style a Shelf Styling a shelf is more than just throwing books and decor together. It’s about adding the right variety of colour, texture, and height to visually appeal to the eye. You want each shelf to be balanced and also vary slightly from the other shelves. For example, you don’t want every shelf to have three similar […]
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First Thing to Do When Packing to Move! You’re going to want to create an ‘open-me-first’ box! It will contain all the things you’ll need immediately after arriving in your new home. Everything in your survival box is specially selected to help you meet your basic needs during the first couple days after the move and turn your new place into a comfortable […]
Did You Know | Home Edition Did You Know a REALTOR® Can Help You With a New Build Purchase? If you want someone to be looking out for your best interest, you can hire a REALTOR® (at no charge!) to help you through the process. It’s VERY IMPORTANT to ensure you have your REALTOR® with you during your very first visit with any builder. If you do not have your agent present or have […]
Home Staging 3 Tips on Lighting Up Your Home As you set out to flaunt your home’s best assets, the most vital element might be the lighting tasked with accentuating it all. Think about it: we love parks, shopping centers, and other public areas that have bright, ample lighting. Potential buyers will appreciate the same glow coming from your home. A well-lit home appears […]
Five tips for keeping your home cool without air conditioning this summer It’s only June, but Calgarians have already gotten a taste of the 30-degree temperatures usually reserved for the peak summer days of July and August. This summer could be a hot one, and it’ll feel even hotter if, like many Calgarians, your home doesn’t have air conditioning. Here are five tips for keeping your home […]
Buyers Changes to Mortgage Insurance Rules October 17, 2016 is a critical date – changes to mortgage insurance rules were announced by the federal government and will take effect that day. Mortgage insurance rules will change to require all insured mortgages (anything less than a 20% down payment) to undergo a ‘stress test’ from the lender. That test will require the buyer […]
Buyers Steps to Buying a Home Buying a home is an exciting time in your life!  It is likely the largest purchase you will ever make, so you want to be sure you’re prepared and familiar with the processes. 1. Get Started Choose a professional who specializes in residential real estate.  Commit yourself to working with one agent who can learn your […]
Did You Know | Home Edition Calgary Housing Market: Renovations That Add Value Recently, Susan Ashton from Ashton Mortgage Solutions, came to me looking for my opinion as a Realtor as to which renovations add the most value. In my professional opinion, in a downward market, most homeowners tend to turn towards renovating or upgrading their current property over selling it for a new one.  When considering a […]