Mike Giesbrecht

  Thinking of having a yard or garage sale? It’s a great way to dispose of unwanted items and other clutter, especially if you’re thinking of moving. In addition, yard sales have a charm that selling items on the internet can’t match. That’s why they’re still so popular. If you’re planning a yard or garage sale, here are some helpful tips: Two-thirds of garage sale shoppers will find you ...

  When you plan to take a journey somewhere, you hope it will be smooth sailing all the way. That simply means the trip will be relatively trouble-free, and without stress or hassles. Well, selling your property is like a journey. So, how do you ensure that adventure will be “smooth sailing” for you? While no one can guarantee there won’t be a challenge or two to overcome on the road to se ...

  If you're like most people, you hope that you’ll receive your online orders within a few days. Sure, a purchase might occasionally arrive later than expected. That's just the reality of online shopping.   But, what if you need an item delivered quickly, without risk of delay?  Here are a few suggestions:  Check if the product is in stock. That's usually indicated on the web page, but ...

Imagine you've been waiting for the right moment to sell your home and you're finally ready to pull the trigger and list it. But, just as you're about to put up the sign, you notice that a few other FOR SALE signs have unexpectedly popped up in the neighbourhood.  Oh no! Now there are competing listings. Does that mean you should put your plan to sell your property on hold?  Not necessari ...

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  Spring cleaning can seem like a great idea until you actually get started. Then it often turns out to be more work than expected!  The good news is, there are proven techniques to make the job easier so you can get it done faster.  Before you begin the project, make sure you have everything you need: hammer, boxes, tape, garbage bags, etc. Think of the supplies you’ll need on hand and ...

  When you set a budget for a new home, you’re obviously hoping — maybe even expecting — to find the ideal property within that price range.  But, it doesn’t always work out that way.  In fact, there are many circumstances in which you might have to rethink your budget and possibly even increase it, to get the home you want.  For example, you might find that properties in neighbourhoods y ...

  When searching for a new home, many buyers will focus only on the list price and what they may need to offer to get the property. For example, a buyer might think, “We can get this house for $XX. That’s within our price range!”  Of course, the selling price plays the pivotal role in whether or not you can afford a particular home. But, carrying costs should also be considered.  Carrying ...

  Imagine you want to take the “trip of a lifetime” this fall. Would you leave it until the summer to start planning, booking dates, and generally getting ready? Probably not. A trip like that is a big deal. You’d want to start making arrangements now, so by the time you’re ready to go to the airport, everything will be set for you and your family to have a great time. The same is true whe ...

  When you’re selling your home, you may find buyers who want to see it later in the evening, when it’s dark outside. In that circumstance, effective home lighting becomes more important.  The best place to start is with exterior lighting. If you have soft ground lamps on the walkway, make sure those are turned on. That will make for a more pleasant and inviting trip up the walkway.  Do yo ...