Helpful Real Estate Related Links
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Helpful Real Estate Related Links
Hi everyone
Here a link which recently came to my attention which may be of interest to anyone thinking of selling their home. It has some great tips which might be helpful
HGTV Homes and Gardens: Selling your Home
http://www.hgtv.com/real-estate/10-best ... index.html
Can't believe we are in June already!
Here a link which recently came to my attention which may be of interest to anyone thinking of selling their home. It has some great tips which might be helpful
HGTV Homes and Gardens: Selling your Home
http://www.hgtv.com/real-estate/10-best ... index.html
Can't believe we are in June already!
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Helpful Real Estate Related Links
Hi everyone
Here is link which may be of interest
http://www.hgtv.com/real-estate/essenti ... index.html
Here is link which may be of interest
http://www.hgtv.com/real-estate/essenti ... index.html
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Selling your home: What not to do!
Hi everyone
Here is another link which might come in handy
http://interiordec.about.com/od/homesta ... gnonos.htm
Happy Sunny Sunday!
Here is another link which might come in handy
http://interiordec.about.com/od/homesta ... gnonos.htm
Happy Sunny Sunday!
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CMHC (Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation) offers a step by step guide for home buying. Some very useful information can be found at this link such as ...
Step 1: Is Homeownership Right for You?
Step 2: Are You Financially Ready?
Step 3: Which Home is Right for You?
Step 4: The Buying Process
Step 5: Now That You're a Homeowner
Words to Know When Buying a Home
Worksheets
http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/co/buho/hostst/index.cfm
Step 1: Is Homeownership Right for You?
Step 2: Are You Financially Ready?
Step 3: Which Home is Right for You?
Step 4: The Buying Process
Step 5: Now That You're a Homeowner
Words to Know When Buying a Home
Worksheets
http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/co/buho/hostst/index.cfm
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Two more articles regarding tips for purchasing a home and increasing the value of your home ...
http://www.hgtv.ca/urbansuburban/articl ... e-you-buy/
http://www.hgtv.ca/urbansuburban/articl ... ale-value/
http://www.hgtv.ca/urbansuburban/articl ... e-you-buy/
http://www.hgtv.ca/urbansuburban/articl ... ale-value/
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We came across this article on a BC Real Estate Law Blog written by Peter Borszcz (who is a Kelowna Real Estate and Business Lawyer) ...
If you are purchasing property that is in an interface area, you should be aware of Wildfire Covenants.
http://bcrealestatelaw.com/2012/09/14/w ... d-to-know/
If you are purchasing property that is in an interface area, you should be aware of Wildfire Covenants.
http://bcrealestatelaw.com/2012/09/14/w ... d-to-know/
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Homebuyers Turnoffs
Hi everyone
Just some wee tips for you to think about if you are thinking about selling your home:
Five Mistakes Sellers Must Avoid
Turnoff #1 - No Listing Photos
Eighty percent of buyers look at homes online before they decide to view them in person. From the ones they see online, they choose to visit in person only 45 percent. Great photos will tilt those numbers in your favor. Our standard is 21 high resolution, professional photos of every property.
Turnoff #2 - Unrealistic Pricing
Many homeowners are tempted to list their property at the top of the range of what's selling, thinking they'll lower the price if no one bites. In this market, that's a huge mistake. Potential buyers will either ignore homes priced at the high end for a neighborhood or make a low-ball offer. Price the home as competitively as possible. You'll get the most traffic and the best chance for a quick sale close to your asking price.
Turnoff #3 - Botched Home Improvements
A couple thought they would make some home improvements before listing their house. Thinking they were "neutralizing" the home's many colours, they painted every room white. Instead of making the home more appealing, they simply made it look cold and uninviting. Color is okay in a home for sale, it just has to be the right colour.
Turnoff #4 - Dirty or Cluttered Interiors
When potential home buyers walk into a messy, cluttered home, one of two things happens: they either turn around and walk out, or they walk through with a heightened awareness to look for problems. If you don't care enough to keep the home clean, neat and clutter free for showings, they may think you don't care enough to do the necessary regular maintenance every home needs.
Turnoff #5 - Hovering Homeowners
A sure way to run buyers off your property is to be home during a showing. You might think you're being helpful by pointing out all the wonderful features of your house, but buyers would rather be left alone. The longer they stay, mentally arranging their furniture, the better off you are. If you're hovering, they're more likely to beat a hasty retreat without making an offer.
Have a great day everyone
Just some wee tips for you to think about if you are thinking about selling your home:
Five Mistakes Sellers Must Avoid
Turnoff #1 - No Listing Photos
Eighty percent of buyers look at homes online before they decide to view them in person. From the ones they see online, they choose to visit in person only 45 percent. Great photos will tilt those numbers in your favor. Our standard is 21 high resolution, professional photos of every property.
Turnoff #2 - Unrealistic Pricing
Many homeowners are tempted to list their property at the top of the range of what's selling, thinking they'll lower the price if no one bites. In this market, that's a huge mistake. Potential buyers will either ignore homes priced at the high end for a neighborhood or make a low-ball offer. Price the home as competitively as possible. You'll get the most traffic and the best chance for a quick sale close to your asking price.
Turnoff #3 - Botched Home Improvements
A couple thought they would make some home improvements before listing their house. Thinking they were "neutralizing" the home's many colours, they painted every room white. Instead of making the home more appealing, they simply made it look cold and uninviting. Color is okay in a home for sale, it just has to be the right colour.
Turnoff #4 - Dirty or Cluttered Interiors
When potential home buyers walk into a messy, cluttered home, one of two things happens: they either turn around and walk out, or they walk through with a heightened awareness to look for problems. If you don't care enough to keep the home clean, neat and clutter free for showings, they may think you don't care enough to do the necessary regular maintenance every home needs.
Turnoff #5 - Hovering Homeowners
A sure way to run buyers off your property is to be home during a showing. You might think you're being helpful by pointing out all the wonderful features of your house, but buyers would rather be left alone. The longer they stay, mentally arranging their furniture, the better off you are. If you're hovering, they're more likely to beat a hasty retreat without making an offer.
Have a great day everyone
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This article in the Vancouver Sun takes you through the whole process of purchasing a home in BC. It does centre around first time buyers, but I think also it's a good read for those new to the province.
http://www.vancouversun.com/business/Ti ... story.html
http://www.vancouversun.com/business/Ti ... story.html
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