Remember little things when preparing an offer
Posted on Oct 10, 2019 in Buying a house
When you’re making an offer on a property, it can be easy to take for granted things that fall in the category of “what’s included.”
So it’s important to put everything in writing.
When your offer is being prepared, make sure that your realtor knows everything that you want to be part of the purchase.
Some things are obvious — kitchen appliances, wind...
Real estate requests for the election candidates
Posted on Oct 07, 2019 in Government and real estate
In two weeks, Canadians will go to the polls to vote on a new federal government.
Now is a vital time for candidates to be quizzed on what they will do in many areas, including real estate and the shortage of affordable housing.
Here is what the nation's realtors are being encouraged to do:
• ask political parties, at rallies or in door-to-door visits...
Making picture on the wall look 'just right'
Posted on Oct 03, 2019 in Home improvements
There are easy, and inexpensive, ways to make your home look nicer, which is especially important if you’re thinking of putting it on the market.
One way is picture hanging.
A few years ago, an interior designer offered two tips that stand the test of time about how to hang pictures.
The first was: Don’t go high.
Most DIY picture hangers make the mista...