Your imagination is the most powerful tool you have to improve the value of your property – and it’s free. Here’s how: Step out of your own shoes and step into your potential buyer’s shoes. Then take a good, realistic look at your house and property, and consider: Is it appealing? Can you imagine yourself living there comfortably? Or do you imagine yourself putting in a lot...Read More

Of course you want to buy a home in Ottawa with zero down payment. Who doesn’t? Here’s exactly how you do it: Many people never buy the home of their dreams simply because they don’t think they have enough money for the down payment. They’ve been told through the years that they need 10 percent or 20 percent of the purchase price in order to buy a home. Well, this simply ...Read More

This article provides practical and effective techniques for securing your home and protecting your family from intruders. The report highlights the safety of doors, windows, alarm systems, and general security. Doors: Choose strong and sturdy solid wood or metal exterior doors. Mount the hinges on the inside, so someone can’t remove your doors from the outside. If there’s a mail...Read More

Most often, a move represents an important step forward for the adults in the family because of a new job, promotion, transfer to a different office, or financial success has allowed them to buy a more comfortable house in a different neighborhood. Moving from one house to another is seldom easy and enjoyable for adults (who chose to move), and can be especially troubling for children (who prefer...Read More

How Much Should I Offer? Clients often ask, “How much under the listing price should we offer?” The best way to understand market value is through comparative research. Professional real estate consultants review and study at least 40 to 60 listings, visit 10 to 20, and inspect 5 to10 properties to develop a sense of relative worth for properties in a given area. Additionally, a pro...Read More

  Sooner or later, most homeowners will be in a position to sell their home. This report summarizes the top five mistakes that home sellers make, simply because the experience is new to them. Mistake #1. Using a Real Estate Agent Instead Of a Realtor When you’re looking for help buying or selling property, it’s important to remember that the terms “real estate agent&r...Read More

If you’ve always rented a place to live, buying a home can seem like a monumental undertaking. This report breaks down this home buying process into clear steps. Seven Steps to Transition from Renter to Homeowner   Step One: Identify Your Needs and Wants Begin your search by considering the kind of home you need and want. Write down your specific requirements, such as the number of ...Read More

Thou shalt not change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job. Thou shalt not buy a car, truck or van (or you may be living in it)! Thou shalt not use charge cards excessively or let your accounts fall behind. Thou shalt not spend money you have set aside for closing. Thou shalt not omit debts or liabilities from your loan application. Thou shalt not buy furniture. Thou shalt not origi...Read More

  It is very important to price your property at competitive market value at the signing of the listing agreement. Historically, your first offer is usually your best offer! Discard: What you paid What you need What you want What your neighbor says What another agent says Cost to rebuild today Buyers & Sellers Determine Value The value of your property is determined by w...Read More