There are many reasons why selling your current home before buying another one may be a good idea. But, once you’ve made that decision, you may still worry that you won’t find another home to buy after you sell.Fortunately, there’s plenty you can do to minimize that possibility.
For example, if ...
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It is advisable to do a thorough visual inspection of your home’s exterior, as well as any fences, sheds and other secondary buildings on your property, at least once or twice a year. Now, more than ever, extreme and unexpected weather events happen with greater severity and less predictable outcomes.So, ...
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Dreaming of a new home but feeling priced out? You’re not alone! A 2024 survey by Royal LePage found that 46% of Gen-Z and millennial Canadians who don't already own a home have doubts as to whether they’ll ever be able to afford one.1 According to data from Canada Mortgage ...
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When buyers view your property, they’re likely to visit each room and look around. Their imagination is turned on high. Often, within just a few moments in a space, they’ll form an impression — ideally, a positive one!
So, how do you ensure each room shows well? Here’s what buyers want ...
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There’s no doubt about it. The more “move in” ready your property is, the more attractive it will be to buyers. There is always an advantage when buyers can imagine living in the home without having to make any major repairs or improvements — at least for the short term.
But, ...
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The more consumers increase their use of online shopping using a variety of sites and payment methods, the more susceptible they become to fraud, including false threats or enticements from scammers posing as retail, bank and credit card companies.
With personal profiles being shared more frequently, it stands to reason that ...
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Owning a home is a significant milestone — and one bonus is that it can come with significant tax savings! However, making the most of offerings like the Principal Residence Exemption can be tricky, and you may not be aware of all available tax-saving strategies. This guide rounds up the ...
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There are few certainties in this world, but there are surefire ways to sell your property faster regardless of market conditions. These strategies have been proven time and time again. So, if you’re thinking of selling this year, take a good look at these recommendations:
1. Clean and tidy up. Making ...
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Remember the last time you were in a furniture store or other major home retailer? Remember the fully decorated displays of furniture, appliances and other products? Some of those may have even been organized as model rooms.
What did most of those displays have in common?
Chances are, they were well lit.
In ...
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Ask any homeowner about what they would like to change about their home, and most will say, “How much time do you have?
Home improvements or home remodeling projects can stem from a variety of motivations, like preparing your home to put on the market, adding space for a growing family, ...
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