Michael Giesbrecht, West Vancouver/BC real estate: Blog

Showing Your Home On Short Notice

January 13th, 2023

Unless you’re selling in a strong sellers’ market, you should take advantage of every opportunity to show your home. Say, for example, an interested buyer would like to see your property tomorrow evening. If you say no, they might see another listing in the meantime — and make an offer! So, being prepared to show your home at the drop of a hat is important. That doesn’t mean you should a ...

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4 Ways To find The Time To Sell Your Home

January 6th, 2023

Are you thinking about selling your home this spring? If so, one factor that may be holding you back is time. You might be worried that you won’t find the time in your busy schedule to sell your property successfully. If so, here are four strategies that will help: 1. Understand what needs to be done Do you know what you’ll need to do to sell your home? Do you understand the steps involved ...

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Painting Tips For Getting The Job Done Faster

December 23rd, 2022

Unless painting a room is a passion, you probably want to finish the task as soon as possible — while still doing a quality job. Here are some tips for doing just that: One-coat paints. Having to do a second coat is time-consuming. Fortunately, there are several “one coat” paints that can get the job done, well, in one coat! They don’t work for every type of project. But, if your wall ...

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How Buyers Often Find Out About Your Listing

December 20th, 2022

There are many ways buyers can find out about your home for sale. Some will see the lawn sign. Others will notice the listing on MLS. Still others might find out via an advertisement or social media post. But, there is one other way buyers will discover your listing — and it can be pivotal to the success of your sale. The agent can make sure they know. In some cases, buyers shopping for ...

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5 Easy Steps To Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly

November 14th, 2022

These days, people are more environmentally conscious. When it comes to their homes, that often starts with being more thoughtful about heating and cooling so they’re consuming less energy. With that in mind, here are some tips for making your home more eco-friendly: Install a smart thermostat. Modern thermostats come with various features that help you manage heating and cooling, so you ...

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Viewing Homes When You Have Little Time To View Homes

November 7th, 2022

Have you ever had to go last-minute gift shopping? If so, you know what that can be like. You don’t have time to amble casually through numerous stores in hopes of coming across something suitable. The clock is ticking. You need to find the right gift, now! A similar thing can sometimes happen when shopping for a new home. You may not have a lot of time available in your schedule. Yet, you ...

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Tips On Buying The Right Video Doorbell

October 12th, 2022

Video doorbells have become so popular that it’s not uncommon for visitors to smile as they come up to the door. They want to make a good impression on the video! These doorbells are definitely convenient. Depending on the model you purchase, you can see who’s there and even speak to that person before opening your door. Some systems even allow for recording. If you haven’t purchased a vi ...

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Check Internet Service Availability Before You Buy

October 6th, 2022

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Should You Sell Your Home in "Move-In" Condition When You Sell?

October 1st, 2022

Imagine you’re shopping for a car. You find one that’s a suitable model, a recent year, and hasn’t been driven a lot. The price is right, too. But, there’s a caveat. The paint is worn off in several places. The driver’s seat upholstery is torn and requires repair. And, the tires needed to be replaced… a long time ago. Would you still buy it? You might. However, unless you enjoy fixing u ...

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Small Upgrades That Make Your Home Sell Faster

September 29th, 2022

If you’re thinking of selling, you’re probably planning to do a few minor improvements to make your property more appealing to buyers. That’s a smart idea. So, what are the best small improvements to make? Here are a few ideas: Cabinet hardware. Upgrading the hardware on kitchen and bathroom cupboard doors and drawers can have a surprising impact on the look of those rooms. The best par ...

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Mike Giesbrecht

Royal LePage Sussex West Vancouver

Blog by Michael Giesbrecht

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Showing Your Home On Short Notice

4 Ways To find The Time To Sell Your Home

Painting Tips For Getting The Job Done Faster

How Buyers Often Find Out About Your Listing

5 Easy Steps To Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly

Viewing Homes When You Have Little Time To View Homes

Tips On Buying The Right Video Doorbell

Check Internet Service Availability Before You Buy

Should You Sell Your Home in "Move-In" Condition When You Sell?

Small Upgrades That Make Your Home Sell Faster

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