With the increasing prices of home ownership, it is a popular time for many people to be considering downsizing. If you have been giving it some thought, here are four reasons to get to know if downsizing may be the right move for you. 1. Saves you Money There is no question, that having a smaller home means a smaller cost of living. Not only does it cut down on your rent or mortgage costs. It also means smaller electricity …
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For many first-time buyers, it is safe to say that lavish spending after buying that first house may not be within their budget. The cost of owning a home is always more than the purchased price. From lawyers, home inspections, to moving trucks, there are many hidden costs involved that add up and by the time you move in there may not be enough in the budget to allow for decorating and furnishing that first home. But despite the need …
It is hard work getting a house ready for sale. This is especially true if you are still living in it. However, all that hard work can pay off big time if you do a good job of staging the home to sell. Unfortunately, many people are anxious to show potential home buyers what they have done with the property, and this can create some problems. In fact, it’s best to make your house as “generic” or “plain” as possible …
If you are in the process of buying a house, sooner or later you may start to have some questions about “what are home inspections” and “how can they benefit you”. Performed by the home buyer in the early stages of buying a house; home inspections is your chance to give you an accurate overall picture of a house. You are going to want to know. Is the structural integrity of the home sound, is the furnace in working order, …
Is having open houses with your real estate agent still relevant in an era where online photo galleries and video tours make it easier for buyers to view properties for sale? One has to wonder as Buyers are spending more time searching for real estate listings online to find that perfect home. A Home Buyers and Sellers survey by the National Association of REALTORS® revealed that over 90% of home buyers begin their searches online. With today’s technology, Buyers have an …
When it comes time to sell your home there is a lot to look after. From appointments with real estate agents to getting your to-do list of home-repairs completed. All of this can be overwhelming, especially if you try looking after everything when listing your home for sale. If you know you are going to be selling your house in the near future, do yourself a favour now. Try committing to these regular home maintenance tasks set below to keep …