Selling Tips

3 Ways to Attract Buyers to Your Open House

When it comes to open houses, there are a number of conventional ways to attract potential buyers to come out and see the property. While many methods work (after all, who doesn’t enjoy putting some cinnamon buns in the oven?)…

How Much Is My House Worth?

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One of the many benefits of owning a home is having the ability to sell it one day – hopefully for a healthy profit, which can then be leveraged to purchase a larger home, an investment or recreational property, or help finance... Read More

liveability factors to consider when buying or selling a home

Key Liveability Factors When Buying or Selling a Home

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When buying or selling a home, it’s important to think big. Look beyond the home itself. What does the neighbourhood have to offer? These features factor into the “liveability” of a community and help contribute to a home’s appeal (translation:…

Holiday Hacks to Try This Month

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The hectic holiday season is in full swing. The shindig begins at Thanksgiving and continues through to New Year’s Day. If you're attempting to sell your home in the midst of all the festivities, you've got your work cut out for you. Between the parties, the cleaning... Read More

How to Stage Your Home During the Holidays

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The holiday season gives most people the feels – "most" being the operative word. It's important to keep this in mind when selling your home during the festive season. It's easy to go overboard. (If you're not sure what we mean,... Read More

8 Tips for Selling in a Buyer’s or Balanced Market

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In a balanced or buyer's market, getting your property to stand out on the street will take some creative know-how. In a seller's market, demand for homes is lower as listings outnumber potential purchasers. This means sellers will have to work a... Read More

Haunted House? How Stigmas May Affect Its Value

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Superstitions, stigmas and the supernatural – whether you believe in them or not, they can have a very real impact on how long it takes to sell your home and the price you'll get for it. While the thought of a haunted... Read More

Carson Arthur’s Tips For Killer Curb Appeal

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When it comes to real estate, "love at first sight" is a thing. For the home seller, a great first impression can mean thousands of extra dollars in your pocket. On the flip side, poor curb appeal can yield low-ball offers or worse,... Read More

5 Big Secrets to Selling a Luxury Property for Top Dollar

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With so many uncontrollable factors at play, selling a luxury property can be more of an art form than a science. That being said, there are a handful of steps you can take to make sure your high-end home gets... Read More

Tips for taking great listing photos

Buying & Selling, Selling Tips

The National Association of Realtors conducted some research that solidifies what we already know: most people these days shop for homes online. If the listing doesn’t appeal to prospective purchasers in their initial online tour, they won’t waste their time... Read More