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Making Your Kitchen More Attractive to Buyers

November 13th, 2013
What's one of the most important rooms in your home? When it comes to selling your property quickly, and for the best price, the answer is clearly the kitchen. In fact, one of the most common explanations a particular buyer gives for not making an offer is, "I liked the house, but I wasn't too keen on the kitchen."  That doesn't mean you must do a major renovation. However, you should do what ...

Preventing Basement Leaks

October 29th, 2013
Preventing Basement Leaks   If you have a basement, or even just a crawlspace, the last thing you want is water infiltrating the area. Even a minor leak can cause damage to walls and flooring, and may even lead to mould issues. Here are some precautions worth taking: Every spring and fall, check the grading around your home. The ground should gently slope away from the fo ...

Cut To The Chase In Home Repairs And Enhancements

October 29th, 2013
Home Sellers: Cut to the Chase in Home Repairs and Enhancements   By Michael GiesbrechtPrudential Sussex RealtyNovember 2013    In what is a buyer’s market in many areas, home sellers must be on their toes to give their homes maximum appeal. Not only should sellers complete the home repairs they know must be made, they may also want to hire a certified home inspector to thoroughly an ...

Quick Tips For Selling Quickly

June 18th, 2013
  Quick Tips for Selling Quickly   By Mike GiesbrechtPrudential Sussex RealtyJune 2013  Patience is a virtue for just about any circumstance including selling your home. Yet sometimes you must sell quickly when a job opportunity arises or you face an abrupt lifestyle change. Assuming your home is in good condition and free of liens, here are several tips to help expedite a sale. 1. Pric ...

How To Be A Savvy Home Viewer

June 18th, 2013
If you're planning on finding your next dream home, then you're probably going to view several homes on the market that meet your criteria.  You will want to make the right purchasing decision for you and your family. So, it's wise to be savvy when viewing properties for sale. Here are some ideas on how to do that: * Bring a notepad. Take notes, not only of the home's characteristics, but al ...

West Vancouver Condominium Statistics

February 21st, 2013
There are currently 117 condominium apartment homes for sale in West Vancouver, ranging in price from $209,900 for a 470 square foot studio in Ambleside to $5,550,000 for a 4 bedroom, 4,305 square foot penthouse in the Park Royal neighbourhood. There have been 14 sales this year, with the average sale price for a 1-bedroom during that time coming in at $398,500 and the median sale price at ...

Intelligence

November 29th, 2012
"I not only use all the brains that I have, but all that I can borrow." -- Woodrow Wilson

What To Take With You When Home Shopping

November 20th, 2012
You will want to make the process of shopping for a home as productive and enjoyable as possible. After all, you'll be on a quest to find your next dream home. That's why it's important to take the right things with you:   A digital camera, so you can take pictures of the features you like in the properties you see. A notepad, so you can take notes. Measurements of your largest pieces o ...

Home Safety Is More Than Locked Doors And Alarms

November 15th, 2012
When it comes to home security, most homeowners think about door locks and alarms. These are, of course, very important. However, there is also a lot you can do around your property to prevent the possibility of a break-in. One important part of home security is outdoor lighting. Your home doesn't need to be lit up like a baseball diamond at night, but your exterior lighting should illuminat ...

Protecting Your Home From Burglars This Summer

June 16th, 2012
An excellent article from Peter Simpson in today's Vancouver Sun, with some simple precautions to foil summer burglars.Click here to read the article.
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